Discover the grandeur of Belfast Castle, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Nestled in the Belfast hills, its unique, fairytale setting, views and gardens make it the perfect backdrop for …
Discover the grandeur of Belfast Castle, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Nestled in the Belfast hills, its unique, fairytale setting, views and gardens make it the perfect backdrop for your wedding, dining experience, conference or event.
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Mar 14, 2025
I was at Belfast Castle for a family birthday event. Had a fantastic time and couldn't have asked for more. The staff were very attentive and were very helpful and accommodating throughout the planni…Full review by Lucy L
Mar 4, 2025
After an uphill walk from the bus stop, you are met by an attractive and imposing building with a cafe and restaurant on the lower ground. Small formal gardens where the mosaics need touching up. Th…Full review by SJC94
Jan 19, 2025
Afternoon tea Booked table for 2 A glass of Prosecco on arrival was a nice touch! Tea or coffee to follow Coffee was lovely in its own percolator Sandwiches,scones jam butter and cream Selectio…Full review by jennifer l
Is it a long walk to belfast castle when I get off at bus stop?
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Hi, I’m not entirely sure where the bus stop is but assume it’s near the entrance at the bottom of the hill. From the entrance of the grounds to the castle will probably take about 15 mins …
Hi, I’m not entirely sure where the bus stop is but assume it’s near the entrance at the bottom of the hill. From the entrance of the grounds to the castle will probably take about 15 mins to walk. Bear in mind it is a pretty good hill!
It's free to walk around the gardens but not sure if there's a fee to walk around the inside. We just went inside to the lounge for tea and cakes and didn't notice any signs for a tour etc.
Looking for recommendations for where to stay in Belfast that is convenient to Belfast Castle. Thank you!
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To be honest I think staying in the city center is really the best thing to do as a visitor to Belfast. The Castle is very easy to reach with the local bus system or take a taxi.
Dear all needed an advise please . We are two families with four adults and three kids aged 2 to 4 have booked a ferry from Liverpool to Belfast over bank holiday weekend unfortunately all the cabins were booked we didn’t want to cancel our trip,so went ahead and booked. Do we have any place/ facilities to make our kids sleep on air matttress in the ferry overnight. Any helpful advise will be much appreciated
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Yes there is lots of places to sleep if you look around. There is space between seats. Make sure you find a nice place where no one is running up and down. But I have been on these …
Yes there is lots of places to sleep if you look around. There is space between seats. Make sure you find a nice place where no one is running up and down. But I have been on these ships lots of times there is always some where to sleep. Ps. Have a good one.
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What time do the grounds of Belfast Castle open and close?
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The opening hours of Belfast Castle grounds vary through the year. Closing times change as daylight lengthens or shortens. Read the current opening and closing times.
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