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From Belfast: Giant’s Causeway and Game of Thrones Day Tour
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Titanic Belfast
The world’s biggest Titanic museum experience, Titanic Belfast sits on the very slipway where the ill-fated ocean liner was built between 1909 and 1911. The location, Belfast’s former Harland and Wolff shipyard, is dominated by the towering exhibition space, with its glittering blocks recalling four ship hulls.

SSE Arena
Catch an event at SSE Arena during your trip to Belfast. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Queen's University of Belfast
Explore the campus of Queen's University of Belfast during your trip to Belfast. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Waterfront Hall
Sitting on the banks of the Lagan River in Belfast, the Waterfront Hall is a landmark of the city and ranks as one of the world’s leading conference venues, hosting a huge array of events from concerts and shows to exhibitions and competitions.

Belfast Botanic Gardens
Appreciate the diverse range of tropical plants in the historic greenhouses of this park and visit Northern Ireland’s largest museum.

Grand Opera House
Belfast’s majestic Grand Opera House opened its doors in 1895 and since then has played host to some of the biggest names from the world of entertainment. Located in the heart of Belfast’s bustling city centre, this magnificent Victorian building has provided enchanting theatre for over 100 years as well as engaging with the local community and igniting a love of the stage in the city.

Belfast Castle
One of Belfast’s most popular attractions, this beautiful and historic sandstone building gives great views over the city below.

Victoria Square Shopping Centre
Find upscale designers, chain brands, a wide selection of restaurants and a multi-screen movie theater under one roof in lively Belfast city center.

Belfast City Hall
Belfast City Hall is an imposing sight – it sits on the edge of the shopping district and looms over the shoppers, dividing them from the business area on the other side of the city centre. It has strong links with the Titanic – it was referred to before construction began 1898 as “the Stone Titanic” – and features a memorial garden for the sunken ship.
Areas of Holywood

Cultra
Spas and bars are notable features of Cultra. You might consider stopping by Ulster Folk and Transport Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
- Royal Belfast Golf Course
- Titanic Belfast
- SSE Arena
- Waterfront Hall
- Grand Opera House
- Ormeau Park
- Victoria Square Shopping Centre
- Stormont Parliament Buildings
- St. Anne's Cathedral
- Crumlin Road Gaol
- Ulster Museum
- Ulster Hall
- Killyleagh Castle
- Belfast Customs House
- Lyric Theatre