Luxury travel to Belfast made for you
Ireland
The changing face of Northern Ireland's capital
Shaped by the turbulent events of the 20th century, the capital city of Northern Ireland is both historically and politically important. Yet over the years, Belfast has been shaking off its troubled reputation and today is a vibrant and exciting city with lots to offer.
At the heart of Ireland’s strife was the constitutional status of Northern Ireland. Famed as the battleground of the nationalist Catholics and the loyalist Protestants from the late 1960s to 1998 when the Good Friday Agreement was signed, Belfast became almost synonymous with the conflict known as The Troubles. Today you can explore the remnants of this 30-year struggle by visiting the peace lines, a set of walls first built in 1969 to divide the predominantly loyalist suburbs from the nationalist suburbs. The colourful and politically motivated murals on Shankill and Falls Road tell both sides of the story and are a fascinating visual representation of the city’s tumultuous past.
Whilst its history is divisive, Belfast today is a city with plenty of warmth and unity. Head to Cathedral Quarter to soak up lively scenes where street performers harmonise with locals and visitors alike to the sound of traditional folk song. This is a place very much celebrating the present.
To the west of the River Lagan is where you’ll find most of the city’s attractions, including the bustling St George’s Market, which has been a site of trade for over 600 years. Further south you’ll stumble across the grand buildings of Queen’s University as well as the Botanic Gardens, home to the Ulster Museum.
Head north to the docklands and explore the Titanic Quarter, discovering original artifacts and marveling at the replica of the tragic ship, which was built and launched from this very site in 1912. On the northern outskirts of the city sits Belfast Castle, where on a clear day Scotland can be spotted on the horizon.
While known for its political past, Belfast should not be painted with one brush. Much like the murals found here, it is multicoloured in its offerings, with a lot more than initially meets the eye.
Luxury accommodation in Belfast
There are many incredible places to stay in Belfast. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
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