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36 hours in Belfast, what shall I do?

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TokyoSushi · 30/04/2024 15:51

I've slightly unexpectedly ended up with about 1.5 days in Belfast, late morning - late afternoon in a couple of weeks. Is there anything in particular that I should do/see? I'll be with my friend, early 40's, fit & well, interested in culture, history, nice food. Any suggestions?

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endofthelinefinally · 30/04/2024 15:52

Titanic museum? I haven't been but I am told it is well worth seeing.

goldenretrievermum5 · 30/04/2024 15:57

If lucky enough to get good weather then the coastal path between Holywood & Bangor is a gorgeous walk with some lovely restaurants/bars dotted along it. A favourite of ours on a nice summer evening - Cultra Inn/Culloden Hotel, The Dirty Duck & Jamaica Inn are great for a meal with lovely views

If interested in seeing the Giant’s Causeway then the Bushmills Distillery tour is a great and really interesting stop on the way

SkeletonBatsflyatnight · 30/04/2024 16:00

The Titanic museum is definitely worth a visit. I'd follow it up with a late lunch or a drink in Drawing Room number 2 at the Titanic Hotel across the street. The food is excellent.

The Ulster museum/Botanical Gardens are good for a wander.

eggandonion · 30/04/2024 16:01

If the weather is nice the Folk museum is good for a wander. Titanic for less good days.

mrsbyers · 30/04/2024 16:02

Black cab tour to get history behind the troubles

TokyoSushi · 30/04/2024 16:04

Wow that was quick, thank you, I'm hugely interested in Titanic so that's definitely on my list! I didn't know about the other suggestions though, sounds great!

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TooBigForMyBoots · 30/04/2024 16:09

The Ulster museum is great and situated in the gorgeous Botanic Gardens.😍

There are loads of great restaurants centrally ranging in price. La Taqueria does amazing Mexican food and depending on when you're eating does a main, a side/starter and a margarita for £20.

goldenretrievermum5 · 30/04/2024 16:20

idontlikealdi · 30/04/2024 16:07

Titanic Museum, Botanic Gardens.

STOCKISTS — Mauds Ice Cream

Cave hill

Come on, everyone knows that Morelli’s is superior!!

idontlikealdi · 30/04/2024 16:21

@goldenretrievermum5 no!! Pooh bear all the way!

TooBigForMyBoots · 30/04/2024 16:32

2 Royal Avenue is a wee oasis in the city centre. The building is beautiful, the toilets are clean and you can have a lovely sit down inside without it costing anything.

https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/2royalavenue

2 Royal Avenue

We’ve transformed 2 Royal Avenue into an exciting city centre space in a new approach to experiential tourism and culture in the city.

https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/2royalavenue

UnravellingTheWorld · 30/04/2024 16:33

idontlikealdi · 30/04/2024 16:21

@goldenretrievermum5 no!! Pooh bear all the way!

I bought a gallon last week 😁😁😁

SilverViking · 30/04/2024 16:34

My top places in Belfast would be Crumlin Road Jail, Titanic Museum, Black Taxi tour, Ulster Meseum.

buckeejit · 30/04/2024 16:37

#team mauds - Pooh bear, (will never be poor bear in this house!!🤣)

There's a nice whisky shop in Belfast too if you've anyone to buy for / friend at hand.

Sometimes the mac has good exhibitions & the grand opera house may have a show. The Ulster museum & botanic gardens next door are good.

elevens24 · 30/04/2024 17:00

Mauds is the best Ice cream. There's one within walking distance of my house. It's not good on the waistline.

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