Overview to Belfast: Travel Guide and Tourist Information
- Belfast Information
- Eating & drinking in Belfast
- Night life in Belfast
- Getting around in Belfast
- Things to do in Belfast
- Where to stay in Belfast
- Belfast street map
Having recovered from a troubled past, Belfast is fast becoming a proudly transformed city. That’s not to say it has forgotten those troubles – but, rather like any major city, it has taken them in its step and rejoiced in confining them to history.
Signs of renewal are everywhere, and the traveler could do worse than start with these newly regenerated sites. The Waterfront Hall typifies this prevalent sense of revival. A major concert venue, it covers everything from orchestral performances to big-name rock gigs.
On the other side of the river lies the massive Odyssey, which just about caters for anything missed by the Waterfront. Here, you’ll see WWE stars in action or Boxing Championships, along with a 3D IMAX, ice hockey games and an innovative exhibition on the powers of science.
If shiny new architecture isn't quite your thing, Belfast still exudes a strong sense of history. Moving away from the riverside, you’ll encounter the splendid City Hall, the symbolic Grand Opera House and the slightly askew Albert Memorial Clock, each dating from the 19th Century.
Belfast’s center is pedestrianized, making for a pleasant urban stroll. If you want to confront the city’s past, however, a different form of transport is advised. Hop on a Black Taxi Tour and be taken around the various important sites by an informative and (surprisingly) balanced local cabbie.
But it’s important to remember that Belfast is not just a city loaded with history. It’s also a great place to let your hair down, where the people are welcoming and love a good night out. And this is the best way to access this new, stylish city – finding a bar and meeting some locals.
