We have included below information/ideas of things to do in and around Belfast.  We are happy to suggest other ideas in reposnse to sepcific requests - just drop us an email at info@belfastshortlettings.com

Entertainment

Please note all details below were taken from internet sources – please phone or check websites for up to date information.  These are just ideas, not personal recommendations!

Cinema

Queens Film Theatre

20 University Square, Northern Ireland, Belfast BT7 1PA
028 9097 1097

www.queensfilmtheatre.com

Independent cinema at Queen's University, dating back to 1968, showing new and classic movies

Movie House

14 Dublin Rd, Belfast BT2 7HN
028 9024 5700

www.moviehouse.co.uk

This multiplex cinema branch screens the latest big-name movies and comes with secure parking

Odeon

Unit 13SF, 1 Victoria Square, Belfast, County Antrim BT1 4QG
0871 224 4007

www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/belfast/170/

State-of-the-art chain cinema for blockbusters in 2-D or 3-D format, plus family and student deals

 

  

Theatre/Concerts

Grand Opera House

2-4 Great Victoria St, Belfast, County Antrim BT2 7HR
028 9024 1919

www.goh.co.uk

Imposing, restored 1895 theatre and opera venue staging touring musicals, comedy, dance and drama

The Belfast Waterfront Hall

2 Lanyon Pl, Belfast, Antrim BT1 3WH
028 9033 4400

www.waterfront.co.uk

Stylish, modern conference space, gallery and auditorium staging music, opera and comedy shows

Ulster Hall

34 Bedford St, Belfast, County Antrim BT2 7FF
028 9033 4400

www.ulsterhall.co.uk

Imposing Victorian music hall staging orchestral works, pop concerts, talks, plus gallery and cafe

The MAC

10 Exchange Street West, Belfast, BT1 2NJ2
028 9023 5053

www.themaclive.com

We select, create and mix up music, theatre, dance and art – bringing you the very best of local and international talent, all under one roof.  Our world-class building is situated in the heart of Belfast’s bustling Cathedral Quarter, right behind Saint Anne’s Cathedral.  We are home to international art exhibitions, the very best in live theatre, experimental works and all manner of weird and wonderful goings-on.

Odyssey Arena

2 Queens Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ
028 9076 6000

www.odysseyarena.com

Indoor stadium with 10,000 seats, hosting ice-hockey matches, ice shows, music and comedy events

 

Family Entertainment

Bowling

Odyssey Bowl

2 Queens Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ
028 9045 2100

 

www.odysseybowl.co.uk

 

Ice Skating

Dundonald Ice Bowl

111 Old Dundonald Rd, Castlereagh, Belfast BT16 1XT
028 9080 9100

 

www.theicebowl.com

Children’s’ Activities/Family Fun

We Are Vertigo

1 Cedarhurst Rd, Belfast, Castlereagh BT8 7RB
028 9064 1229

www.wearevertigo.com

Northern Ireland & the UK's premium indoor ski slope, climbing centre, & adventure park in Belfast

Funtastic

Carryduff Business Park, Comber Road, Carryduff, Belfast BT8 8AN
028 9081 5678

www.funtastic-play.com

Children's indoor play centre located in Carryduff (5 miles from Belfast). Funtastic play offers a range of fun for 0-11 including soft play, multi-sensory room, party rooms and a restaurant. Open 7 days a week Mon-Sun 10am - 6pm (last entry 4.30Pm). ASD sessions run on the first Monday of each month from 5-7pm. Last entry on this day will be 3.30Pm

Funky Monkeys Cityside

Yorkgate,Belfast BT11 1WA
028 9074 4370

www.funkymonkeys.co/location/cityside-belfast

Indoor play centre

W5

The Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ
028 9046 7700

www.w5online.co.uk

W5 is an Interactive Discovery Centre in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and is Ireland's award-winning science and discovery centre at the Odyssey in Belfast

Belfast Zoo

Antrim Rd, Belfast, Antrim BT36 7PN
028 9077 6277

www.belfastzoo.co.uk

Located in a relatively secluded location on the northeastern slope of Cavehill, overlooking Belfast's Antrim Road

Cave Hill Country Park

Cave Hill,
Antrim Road/Innisfayle Park junction, BT15 5GR

www.belfastcity.gov.uk/leisure/parks-openspaces/Park-6622.aspx

The park is home to Cave Hill Adventurous Playground, archaeological sites, Cave Hill Visitor Centre, ecotrails, walking and orienteering routes.  Refreshments are also available in the Cellar Restaurant inside Belfast Castle

Streamvale Farm

38 Ballyhanwood Rd, Belfast BT5 7SN
028 9048 3244

www.streamvale.com

A family run dairy farm situated on the edge of Belfast, with play area, extra animals and beautiful views over the city and its surrounding hills

 

Ulster Museum

Botanic Gardens, Belfast, County Antrim BT9 5AB
0845 608 0000

www.nmni.com/um

Come face to face with dinosaurs, meet an Ancient Egyptian Mummy and see modern masterpieces with a visit to the Ulster Museum

 

Lisburn Leisureplex

12 Lisburn Leisure Park, Lisburn, County Antrim BT28 1LP
028 9267 2121

www.lisburncity.gov.uk/lagan-valley-leisureplex

Based at Lisburn Leisure Park just outside the city centre, the LeisurePlex boasts the largest leisure pool of its kind in Northern Ireland, with some of the fastest, longest and wettest water rides in Ireland.

 

Other Attractions/Places of Interest/Things to Do

Crumlin Road Gaol

53-55 Crumlin Rd, Belfast, Antrim BT14 6ST
028 9074 1500

www.crumlinroadgaol.com

Jail that closed in 1996 and now hosts public tours, live music and paranormal investigation events

City Hall

Donegall Square N, Belfast, Antrim BT1 5GS
028 9032 0202

www.belfastcity.gov.uk/tourism-venues/cityhall/cityhall-about.aspx

Public tours available, Titanic Memorial Gardens

Titanic Belfast

1 Queens Rd, Titanic Quarter, Belfast BT3 9EP
028 9076 6386

www.titanicbelfast.com

Titanic Belfast is the world's largest Titanic visitor experience and a "must see" visit in any tour of Belfast and Northern Ireland. It is located in Titanic Quarter, right beside the historic site of this world famous ship's construction. Housed in an iconic 6-floor building, this state-of-the-art visitor experience tells the story of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through her construction and launch, to her famous maiden voyage and tragic end.

CitiGolf

Cromac St, Belfast, County Antrim BT1 4NB
028 9023 2232

www.citigolfbelfast.com

Fully licensed city centre venue with indoor Golf, Big Screen Wii / Xbox, Karaoke, food and drink. Great for parties, team building, stag and hen dos

Botanic Gardens

Botanic Avenue, BT7 1LP

www.belfastcity.gov.uk/leisure/parks-openspaces/Park-6614.aspx

In addition to the Palm House and Tropical Ravine, there is a children's playground, beautiful walks around the grounds and a bowling green. Botanic Gardens is often used for events, such as Garden Gourmet, as well as band recitals, concerts and opera performances.

St Georges Market

12-20 E Bridge St, Belfast, Antrim BT1 3NQ
028 9043 5704

www.belfastcity.gov.uk/tourism.../stgeorgesmarket/stgeorgesmarket.aspx

Friday Variety Market

The Friday Variety Market is open 6am to 2pm. Around 248 market stalls sell a diverse range of products from Atlantic shark and zips, to antiques and fresh fruit. The fish section alone contains 23 fish stalls and holds the reputation for being the leading retail fish market in Ireland.

Saturday City Food, Craft and Garden Market

The Saturday City Food and Craft Market is open 9am to 3pm. Enjoy the best food tastes and smells brought by local producers, as well as a fusion of tempting continental and speciality foods from around the world. Customers can sample the produce, relax with a coffee and a newspaper against a backdrop of live jazz or flamenco music.

Sunday Food, Craft and Antique Market

The Sunday Market is open 10am - 4pm and is a mixture of the traditional Friday Variety Market and Saturday’s award-winning City Food and Craft Market. It has a special emphasis on local arts and crafts, offering more local craftspeople the opportunity to show off their talents. Live music from top local bands and solo artists also ensures that visitors are kept entertained. Products on sale include local, continental and specialty foods, scented candles, clothes, handmade jewellery, antiques, art and souvenirs.

A free market bus runs every 20 minutes between the City Centre (outside Boots the Chemist, Donegall Place or HMV, Castle Place) and the market. Bus departs 8am on Friday and every 20 minutes thereafter. Bus departs 9am on Saturday and every 20 minutes thereafter.

Nearest customer parking at Hilton Hotel car park opposite the market

Ulster Folk and Transport Museum

Cultra, 153 Bangor Rd, Holywood BT18 0EU
028 9042 8428

www.nmni.com/uftm

The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum is situated in Cultra, Northern Ireland, about 11 kilometres east of the city of Belfast. It comprises two separate museums, the Folk Museum and the Transport Museum

 

Tours

Belfast City Sightseeing Tours

72 High Street, Imperial Buildings, Belfast BT1 2BE
028 9032 1321

www.belfastcitysightseeing.com

Belfast City Sightseeing bus tour info: Our hop on / hop off city tour provides you with a comprehensive look at our very special city.

Boat Tours (Including Titanic Tour)

Apartment 48, St John’s Close, 2 Laganbank Rd, Belfast, County Antrim BT1 3LX
028 9033 0844

www.laganboatcompany.com

The world's only provider of boat tours around Belfast Harbour where Titanic was designed, built and launched

Game of Thrones Tour

Game of Thrones Tours
Suite 180
21 Botanic Avenue
Belfast BT7 1JJ

028 9568 0023

www.gameofthronestours.com

On the Game of Thrones Tour in Belfast you will get the chance to see 7 iconic sites from Series 1 to 4 from your very own Maester.

Places to Visit Outside Belfast

Bangor –Lively seaside resort just 12 miles outside of Belfast.

www.northdowntourism.com

North West Coast– Portrush, Portstewart – Seaside resorts approx 60 miles from Belfast.  Also home of the “Giant’s Causeway”.

www.northcoastni.com

The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland. Resulting from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, this is the focal point of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has attracted visitors for centuries. It harbours a wealth of local and natural history.

Dublin (Republic of Ireland – Euro) – The capital and largest city of Ireland.  Approx 100 miles from Belfast.  Also accessible by train from Belfast Central Station.

Fermanagh Lakes – Northern Ireland’s Fermanagh Lakelands are well worth exploring. Wonderful waterways and stunning landscape provide the stage for memorable experiences, fascinating landmarks and first class activities. Approx 90 miles from Belfast

www.fermanaghlakelands.com

Donegal (Republic of Ireland – Euro) – A popular holiday destination.  Beautiful beaches and scenery.  Approx 110 miles from Belfast to Donegal Town

www.govisitdonegal.com

Armagh – Ancient Cathedral city and home of the Armagh Planetarium, approx40 miles from Belfast.

www.armagh.co.uk        www.armaghplanet.com

Downpatrick - Downpatrick is a medium-sized town about 33 km south of Belfast in County Down, Northern Ireland. It has been an important site since ancient times and its cathedral is said to be the burial place of Saint Patrick.

www.discovernorthernireland.com/Downpatrick-Downpatrick-P14077

Also home to Downpatrick Racecourse with regular race days.

www.downpatrickracecourse.co.uk

Newcastle – Lively seaside town at the foot of the Mourne mountains.

www.discovernorthernireland.com/Newcastle-Newcastle-P33392

Derry /Londonderry “The Walled City”, 2nd largest city in Northern Ireland.  UK City of Culture 2013.

www.visitderry.com