Helen’s guidebook
Leisure
Waterworks
Great space for walks and includes a children's play area.
Family day out just a 10 min drive from Cavehill apartment. Belfast Zoo opened in 1934 and is owned and operated by Belfast City Council. The 55 acre site is home to more than 120 species of animals.
66 locals recommend
Belfast Zoo
Antrim RoadFamily day out just a 10 min drive from Cavehill apartment. Belfast Zoo opened in 1934 and is owned and operated by Belfast City Council. The 55 acre site is home to more than 120 species of animals.
W5 is an award-winning Science & Discovery Centre in Belfast, located at the Odyssey Complex, W5 is a perfect day out for the whole family.
51 locals recommend
W5
2 Queens QuayW5 is an award-winning Science & Discovery Centre in Belfast, located at the Odyssey Complex, W5 is a perfect day out for the whole family.
Learn about the famous Titanic Ship right on the site where it was built. Explore the shipyard, travel to the depths of the ocean and uncover the true legend of Titanic, in the city where it all began.
324 locals recommend
Titanic Belfast
1 Olympic WayLearn about the famous Titanic Ship right on the site where it was built. Explore the shipyard, travel to the depths of the ocean and uncover the true legend of Titanic, in the city where it all began.
Craic, atmosphere, bustling bars and contemporary restaurants - Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter has all the ingredients for a great night out.
But it’s not all about modern culture, it's also steeped in history.
https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/entertainment/belfast-cathedral-quarter/
25 locals recommend
Cathedral Quarter Belfast
18-22 Royal AveCraic, atmosphere, bustling bars and contemporary restaurants - Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter has all the ingredients for a great night out.
But it’s not all about modern culture, it's also steeped in history.
https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/entertainment/belfast-cathedral-quarter/
The iconic trees were used as a filming location in HBO's epic series Game of Thrones®, representing the Kingsroad. The Dark Hedges are in Ballymoney approximately a 1 hour drive. (Free). There are also a number of paid guided tours to the film locations. Further details on Discovernorthernireland.com
200 locals recommend
The Dark Hedges
Bregagh RoadThe iconic trees were used as a filming location in HBO's epic series Game of Thrones®, representing the Kingsroad. The Dark Hedges are in Ballymoney approximately a 1 hour drive. (Free). There are also a number of paid guided tours to the film locations. Further details on Discovernorthernireland.com
Sightseeing
Belfast Castle estate is situated on the lower slopes of Cave Hill Country Park - 8 minute drive/ 45 walk from apartment. The Cellar Restaurant offers a variety of menus from morning coffee to full meals. The Visitor Centre displays the history, folklore, wildlife and geology of Cave Hill Country park and the story of Belfast Castle. Offers great walks and superb views of the city.
https://bit.ly/2WfwCZY
83 locals recommend
Belfast Castle
Antrim RoadBelfast Castle estate is situated on the lower slopes of Cave Hill Country Park - 8 minute drive/ 45 walk from apartment. The Cellar Restaurant offers a variety of menus from morning coffee to full meals. The Visitor Centre displays the history, folklore, wildlife and geology of Cave Hill Country park and the story of Belfast Castle. Offers great walks and superb views of the city.
https://bit.ly/2WfwCZY
Head to the north coast to see The Giant's Causeway, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northern Ireland. It takes about 1.5 hrs to drive there. You can visit the site for free if you do not go into the Visitors Centre.
531 locals recommend
Giant's Causeway
Head to the north coast to see The Giant's Causeway, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northern Ireland. It takes about 1.5 hrs to drive there. You can visit the site for free if you do not go into the Visitors Centre.
The Crumlin Road Gaol dates back to 1845 and closed it's doors as a working prison in 1996. Take a guided tour of the prison and hear about the history of the site and visit the underground tunnel that used to connect the gaol to the Crumlin Road Courthouse. 5 min drive. For further information and opening times visit www.crumlinroadgaol.com
142 locals recommend
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre
53-55 Crumlin RdThe Crumlin Road Gaol dates back to 1845 and closed it's doors as a working prison in 1996. Take a guided tour of the prison and hear about the history of the site and visit the underground tunnel that used to connect the gaol to the Crumlin Road Courthouse. 5 min drive. For further information and opening times visit www.crumlinroadgaol.com
Food scene
St George’s Market is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions and was built between 1890 and 1896. It has won numerous local and national awards for its fresh, local produce and great atmosphere. Open Fri - Sun.
167 locals recommend
St. George's Market
12 East Bridge StSt George’s Market is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions and was built between 1890 and 1896. It has won numerous local and national awards for its fresh, local produce and great atmosphere. Open Fri - Sun.