Belfast is cool and vibrant, reborn city that was once shunned by tourists’ because of its trouble tales and sectarian violence but now the city has pulled off a remarkable transformation from bullets to hedonism party town. The city now is one of the hottest tourist destinations in UK with plenty of fun things to proffer and nightlife and food that you don’t want to miss. Take the short, cheap but amazing Belfast tour of just 48 hours and explore the hidden gems. Stroll along the Victorian streets or soak up the lively atmosphere, enjoy the world-class attractions and indulge in a restaurant or night life in the city that can easily rival any lush tourist destination of Europe. You can easily reach to this beautiful city, its just 2 hour drive from Dublin. Tourist from UK can travel to Belfast from around 20 different airports with London to Belfast flight takes just 1 hour and 20 minutes duration.
Day 1: Morning
‘Salmon of Knowledge’ is perfect kick to start your Belfast trip, a great bold ceramic sculpture located on the Donegall Quay on the west bank of River Lagan. The must visit attraction is based on Irish legend, celebrates the return of fish to this polluted waterway. Salmon of Knowledge is one of the most highlighted features of the new Belfast, erected on the hope flowing from the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, known as The Troubles which ended the 30 years of sectarian violence.
Next, pass the Lagan Weir pedestrian bridge and head to the stupendous eight-storey Titanic Belfast museum. This place is both a monument to the ill-starred liner, launched from this very spot in the year 1911 as well as to the Belfast’s engineering and maritime heritage. It is definitely worth visiting place when you’re in Belfast. The museum is the same height as the Titanic’s hull and clad in 3,000 dazzling aluminum shards in complex geometric patterns while the original ship of Titanic SS Nomadic is alongside. Don’t forget to enjoy the lunch at nearby Dock Café where you’ll get warm welcome and taste delicious food. The café is run by volunteers of different faiths and it is open to everyone. Each and everything here is donated from memorabilia to the furnishing and even the crockery and cutlery. And the unique part is there is no fixed price for food, visitors pay what they think is appropriate.
Day 1: Afternoon
From the Titanic Belfast head north of the city to St. George’s Market. The famous market is just few minutes’ walk from Belfast’s Central Train Station. This vibrant market makes you Hungary with the aroma of freshly baked goods, fresh produce and must try snacks from the city’s local vendors. Every weekend more than 240 stalls come together in this market, first opened back in 1890. Further, there is a wide range of local and international cuisine at one of UK’s leading fish and bakery markets. Don’t forget to browse the craft stalls, homemade cosmetics and local independent art. There are plenty of great options for gifts in this beautiful market.
Day 1: Evening
Complete your first day of Belfast tour with cheapest flight also a visit to some of the busiest pubs in the city at Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. The lively area is renowned for its craft beer and amazing cocktail concoctions, you will find bar at every corner where talented musicians perform every weekend. Located beside the decorated walls of St Anne’s Cathedral and courtyard. The Cathedral Quarter is a major site for culture in Belfast. Crowd here fill the streets all year around.
Day 2: Morning
Starts your second day with a visit to Belfast’s university hub, Queen’s Quarter which is located at the south district of the city. Queen’s Quarter is unarguably most lavish and most beautiful area in Belfast, the quarter comprises national museum, Botanic gardens and posh eateries but not 5 star prices. Next, stroll into the striking Palm House and Revine Tropical House prior paying visit to Northern Ireland’s national museum. The culture rich museum ‘Ulster Museum’ features five floors of local and international art, natural history and even has its own mummy. Instead of eating boring breakfast at your hotel, explore the great cafes and restaurants in the area for breakfast and brunch.
Day 2: Afternoon
Victoria Square is just 15 minutes from the South Quarter and a perfect place for shopping. This stunning center of Belfast includes Rituals Cosmetics, House of Fraser, ODEON cinema and a top-floor viewing gallery that give amazing view of city from the top. This engaging city has one of UK’s best shopping districts, which runs from Royal Avenue to North Street. The exotic city now has troubled history, when Belfast became the war zone between Irish nationalists and Ulster unionists in 1970’s. The International Peace Wall in West Belfast truly depicts this complicated history. You’ll see the collection of murals from activist, political movements and artists who lived and lost during the war. This famous landmark brings visitors from the international community.
Day 2: Evening
On your last evening at beautiful Belfast, take a trip to Belfast Castle and Cave Hill. Enjoy the great walking trip that treats you 180 degree view of Belfast’s skyline, Northern Ireland notorious Mourne Mountain range and the dockyard. After visiting these great attractions, if there’s some time left you can take a tour in Belfast Castle to continue exploring surrounding gardens and wildlife on the estate, a perfect way to end your tour to northern Ireland’s capital ‘Belfast’.
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