Belfast is the capital city of Northern Ireland and it is
located on the eastern coast. The city was established in 1888 by
Queen Victoria. Belfast is right at the mouth of the river
Lagan.
There are a lot of things to do while on vacation in Belfast.
There are many parks and trails that are perfect for hiking and
biking. Cave Hill Country Park is one of the popular spots in the
city. There are many festivals that take place in and around
Belfast. Rose Week and the Belfast Film Festival draw in visitors
from all over the world. The Belfast Taste and Music Fest happens
in August and is a great way to dine on local irish dishes.
A great family friendly spot is the Belfast Zoo. It is home to
over 1200 animals, many of which are on the endangered list. The
Botanic Gardens is also very popular with families. Kids also love
the Belfast Duck tours. Take an amphibious bus/boat tour of
Belfast.
Culture and the arts are very important to the inhabitants of
Belfast. The Ulster Orchestra is based in Belfast and puts on many
different performances throughout the year. Museums are also very
popular in Belfast. Some of these include the Ulster Museum, the
Royal Ulster Rifle Museum, and the People Museum. Belfast Castle
should be on the top of your list of things to see while on
vacation. It was built in 1870 and has amazing gardens. Many people
choose to get married at the castle. If you are lucky you might
catch a glimpse of a local wedding while you are there.
Walking tours, taxi tours, and escorted tours are available
throughout Belfast. The Ghost Walk is one of the most popular
walking tours available. Walk in the steps of Jack the Ripper and
listen to scary ghost stories. The Titanic Walking Tour is another
popular option in Belfast. This tour takes you to the places where
the Titanic was planned and built.
Dining out in Belfast, like in any large european city, is easy
to do. There are many bars and restaurants in Belfast. The John
Hewitt Bar and Restaurant is one of Belfast’s traditional Irish
pubs. Lavery’s Pub is another popular choice. It is actually the
oldest family run pub in the city and it offers live entertainment
every night.
There are many restaurants in Belfast and you are sure to find
one that appeals to everyone in your family.
