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Belfast,
Steeped in history, stemming from the building of the Titanic at the famous Harland and Wolf shipyards, and with a complex political past, Belfast is a truly interesting city to visit… but it’s also huge fun, promising some of the best craic (the local term for fun) you’ll ever have, great shopping and plenty of local attractions and points of interest. Come on over for a visit, have a pint of Guinness in one of the many local traditional Irish bars, listen to some music and dance the night away.
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Dining
Best local restaurant:
Made In Belfast
“Cool, homely and eclectic… MIB is all about back to basics British/island of Ireland cooking with influences of world cuisine, all focused on the basis of rustic gastro cookery”. So says the website for Made In Belfast, one of the best spots in Belfast for a lazy, chilled-out lunch with friends, washed down with a large glass of red wine for a perfect afternoon. This quirky venue serves great, locally sourced food – and with an ever-changing seasonal menu there’s always something new to try. Booking for evening meals is essential, especially when MIB hosts special events like their Oyster and Guinness nights, Paella Day and “Thanks Fish it’s Friday” (seafood day). With cool design, DJs, staff and clientele (you may even see the odd celeb) and mouth-watering, affordable food, it’s Belfast's new place to eat, drink and be seen…
Where: Made in Belfast, Units 1 & 2 Wellington Buildings, Wellington Street, Belfast, Tel: +44 (0)28 9024 6712.
Website: www.madeinbelfastni.com - Vintage
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Vintage
Best vintage shop:
Oxfam Castle street
If you love to shop, Belfast will not disappoint. There’s a great mix of high street and independent boutiques to tempt even the savviest shoppers, and one of the hidden gems in the city centre is the Oxfam shop in Castle Street. As any good vintage shopper knows, it’s sometimes a hit-or-miss affair as to what you might find and a good rummage is always necessary, but it’s well worth a visit if you’re out and about – you never know what bargain you might come away with!
Where: Oxfam, 8 Castle Street, Belfast, +44 (0)28 9031 5760.
Website: www.oxfamireland.org - Day trip
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Day trip
Best family day out:
Giant’s Causeway
For an unforgettable day out, head to one of Europe’s most magnificent coastlines, the North Antrim coast (about 90 minutes’ drive from Belfast) to experience the majesty and mystery that is the Giant’s Causeway – the only World Heritage site in Ireland. Forged around 60 million years ago, these unique rock formations (40,000 tightly packed basalt columns up to 40ft high, the tops of which form stepping stones that disappear under the sea) attract around half a million tourist every year. From the Giant’s Causeway, take a walk along the coastal path which extends for 12 miles to the stunning Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. The swinging bridge spans a gaping, 80ft chasm between the coast and a small island used by fishermen – crossing the bridge is not an activity for the faint of heart!
Where: Giants’ Causeway, situated on the north coast of County Antrim, about a 90 minute drive from Belfast.
Website: www.giantscausewayofficialguide.com - Culture
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Culture
Best architecture/area for a night out:
The Cathedral Quarter
Some of the oldest streets and buildings in Belfast are found in the Cathedral Quarter, one of the best areas in Belfast to explore on foot. It’s full of history and was one of the main areas of trade for the shipbuilding and linen industries in old Belfast. St Anne’s Cathedral is at the heart of the Quarter and gives the area its name. Cobbled streets and old shop fronts sit side-by-side with great bars and trendy warehouse-style restaurants, reflecting how much the city has changed over the years, but still retaining its historical charm. Tip: When you’re finished exploring the Cathedral Quarter, check out the Spaniard bar on Skipper Street for an early evening meal and a drink in a seriously cool and quirky bar!
Where: The Cathedral Quarter, roughly located between Royal Avenue and the Dunbar Link in the city centre, Belfast; The Spaniard, 3 Skipper Street, Belfast, Tel: +44 (0)28 9023 2448.
Website: Cathedral Quarter: www.discovernorthernireland.com; The Spaniard: www.thespaniardbar.com
Belfast (Intl) - (BFS)
Location
18 miles north west of Belfast, around 30 minutes
away.
Public transport
Belfast International Airport 0044 (0)2894484848
www.belfastairport.com
By taxi: Taxis to the city centre depart from the terminal front, tel 0044 (0)2894484353 for more details.
By bus:The airport express 300 operates 24 hours every 10
minutes daily. The bus stop is opposite the terminal building. It
takes 30-40 minutes.
www.translink.co.uk
Tourist information
Tourist information is available in the arrivals hall
Check-in
Opens 2 hours prior to flight departure time.
Check-in on international flights to and from and over mainland
Europe will close promptly 40 minutes before the scheduled
departure time.
For flights within the UK, Republic of Ireland and Jersey check-in
close promptly 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
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