faq.subtitle Belfast
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland, part of the United Kingdom. Currency is British Pound (GBP), not Euro. No border controls between NI and Republic of Ireland
Yes, very safe today. The Troubles ended with 1998 Good Friday Agreement. Political murals are now tourist attractions. City is welcoming and friendly
2-3 days for main attractions. Titanic Belfast needs half a day. Add a day for Giant's Causeway day trip (2 hours north)
9 interactive galleries across 6 floors about Titanic's design, construction, launch, and sinking. Includes shipyard ride. Allow 2-3 hours. Book tickets in advance
Useful tips for visiting Belfast
Book Titanic Belfast tickets online in advance - it's the most visited attraction and queues can be long
Take a Black Cab mural tour - local drivers explain The Troubles history from both perspectives. Book in advance
Visit St George's Market Friday-Sunday mornings for local food, crafts, and live music. Arrive early for best selection
Get a Belfast Visitor Pass for unlimited bus/rail travel plus discounts at attractions. Good value for 2-3 days
Remember: Belfast uses British Pounds (GBP), not Euros. Different currency than Dublin. Most ATMs dispense both
Average temperature by month
location.transport.subtitle
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location.transport.bus | 2.3 £ ~3.1 $ | mLink | Metro bus Belfast — same fare system as Glider BRT. Single 2.30 GBP (child 1.15 GBP). Day ticket 4 GBP (child 2 GBP). Contactless daily cap — 4 GBP/day |
location.transport.taxi | 3.2 £ ~4.3 $ | Tariff from January 2025. Day (Mon–Fri 06–20): flag 3.20 GBP, up to 1 mile — 4.40 GBP, then 1.86 GBP/mile. Evening (Mon–Thu 20–06): 4 GBP + 2.03/mile. Weekend (Fri 20–Mon 06): 5 GBP + 2.03/mile. fonaCAB, Uber, Bolt available | |
location.transport.train | 2.5 £ ~3.3 $ | mLink | NI Railways (Translink). Local single fares from 2.50 GBP. Belfast — Bangor ~5 GBP, Belfast — Larne ~5 GBP. iLink integrated pass includes bus and train. 1/3 discount after 09:30. Tickets via mLink or at station |
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Hotels and rental prices
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
location.payment.subtitle
Cards accepted almost everywhere. Cash useful for black cab mural tours and some market stalls
British Pound (GBP). Note: different currency from Republic of Ireland (EUR). Cards accepted everywhere. Exchange bureaus in city centre
10% appreciated in restaurants for good service. Often included for larger groups. Round up for taxis
Attractions and points of interest