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Ulster Rugby Home FixturesKINGSPAN STADIUM 2017/18 SEASON

OPPONENTS DATE KICK-OFF COMPETITION

Toyota Cheetahs Friday 1 September 2017 19.35 Guinness Pro14

Scarlets Friday 15 September 2017 19.35 Guinness Pro14

Dragons Friday 22 September 2017 19.35 Guinness Pro14

Connacht Rugby Friday 6 October 2017 19.35 Guinness Pro14

Wasps Friday 13 October 2017 19.45 Champions Cup

Leinster Rugby Saturday 28 October 2017 18.15 Guinness Pro14

Benetton Rugby Friday 24 November 2017 19.05 Guinness Pro14

Harlequins Friday 15 December 2017 19.45 Champions Cup

Munster Rugby Monday 1 January 2018 17.35 Guinness Pro14

La Rochelle Friday 12–Sunday 14 January 2018 TBC Champions Cup

Southern Kings Friday 09–Sunday 11 February 2018 TBC Guinness Pro14

Edinburgh Rugby Friday 16–Sunday 18 February 2018 TBC Guinness Pro14

Glasgow Warriors Friday 2–Sunday 4 March 2018 TBC Guinness Pro14

Ospreys Friday 13–Sunday 15 April 2018 TBC Guinness Pro14

Fixtures and kick off times are subject to change. For up-to-date information, check out the Ulster Rugby website for the latest information and updates ulsterrugby.com/fixtures

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Visit Belfast and The Ulster Rugby Supporters Club are delighted to welcome rugby fans to the city for some exciting on-pitch action!

We hope you enjoy the famous Belfast welcome while you are here. During your stay, if you need any assistance, please call into the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre on Donegall Square North (directly opposite Belfast City Hall).

You can telephone us on +44 (0)28 9024 6609 or check out our website visitbelfast.com. You can also let us know how your visit is going via social media by using #visitbelfast

Have a wonderful stay!

WELCOME TO BELFAST

Pick up yourfree copy ofthe Belfast City Guide in theVisit Belfast Welcome Centre.

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You’re guaranteed to find it right here in Belfast. From 5 star

hotels, guest houses, bed & breakfast, hostels, self-catering

and camping & caravanning, you’ll find exactly what you’re

looking for and within your budget.

Stay in Belfast

Go online to find out more:visitbelfast.com/stay-in-belfastdiscovernorthernireland.com

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VenueInformation

KINGSPAN STADIUMHOW TO GET THERE?By Bus Travel on Translink’s Ulster Rugby Special Service from Europa Bus Centre or Park & Ride from Pirrie Park and Montgomery Road. Services operate to all Ulster Rugby home matches. Ulster Rugby Special Service from Europa Bus Centre fares: adult £3.50, child £1.75, PlusBus £3.50.

The service will depart from Europa Bus Centre, picking up at the following stops: • Europa Bus Centre (1 hour before kick off)• Chichester Street - SS Moore

(55 mins before kick off)• East Bridge Street - Central Station

(50 mins before kick off)• Arrives Kingspan Stadium (30 mins before kick off)

After the match, the special rugby bus will return to the City Centre/Europa Bus Centre.

Park & Ride - Free park and ride facilities are located at Pirrie Park (off Ardenlee Avenue)

on the Ravenhill Road side of the stadium and also on Montgomery Road (opposite Podium for Sport). Complimentary buses run along these routes 90 minutes prior to kick off and 90 minutes after the final whistle.

By Taxi - A local Fonacab service can be accessed at any time by phoning+44 (0)28 9033 3333.

For Kingspan Stadium FAQs visit:ulsterrugby.com/fans/faq

Bar/Concessions

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Education & Museum Facilities

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MUST SEECheck out our bucket list for the must see places you don’t want to miss

on any visit to Belfast this summer. For lots of other ideas on things to

see and do, check out visitbelfast.com/things-to-do

Belfast City HallVisitor ExhibitionThe Visitor Exhibition takes visitors on a journey from the city’s past to present, enjoy a free tour of Belfast’s most iconic building (1906) and within the grounds, visit the Titanic Memorial Garden.

HISTORY 01

St George’s MarketOozing Victorian charm, the Friday, Saturday and Sunday market offers some of the finest fresh produce, local arts and crafts, hot food stalls and great live music.

SHOPPING 03

Titanic BelfastRecently crowned the World’s Leading Tourist Attraction, this state of the art visitor experience tells the story of the Titanic, from construction to her launch and subsequent place in history.

HISTORY 02

Crumlin Road GaolTry life behind bars with a tour of the 150 year old gaol and learn first-hand how this Victorian prison evolved through history.

Belfast CathedralTake a personal audio tour of Belfast’s magnificent St Anne’s Cathedral. Discover its rich historic artefacts and learn about the people who helped to shape this sacred place.

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Ulster MuseumA rich collection of art, history and natural sciences tells the story of the people of the north of Ireland from earliest times to the present day. Impressive galleries and interactive discovery zones bring history, science and art collections to life.

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Crown Liquor SaloonThe ornate Victorian exterior and delightful interior make the Crown Bar one of Belfast’s treasures since 1884. Enjoy a hearty pub lunch and a unique selection of real ales and local brews.

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Belfast Castle/Cave HillOffering spectacular views over the city, a hike to the top of Cave Hill is well worth the effort. At the base you can explore the gardens of the stunning Castle or relax over afternoon tea.

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Stormont Parliament BuildingsVisitors can take a free tour of the building and explore the beautiful surroundings of the Stormont Estate.

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The Dome at Victoria SquareBoasting 360° views across the city, don’t miss taking the lift to the top, along with 4 levels of exceptional shopping, great places to eat and an 8 screen Odeon cinema.

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Botanic Gardens - QUBExplore the Palm House and Tropical Ravine and take a trip to the neighbouring Ulster Museum or historic Queen’s University.

OUTDOORS 05

HMS CarolineDiscover the fascinating history of this World War One survivor and learn about life of the crew 100 years ago through a range of exciting interactive exhibits.

EXPERIENCE 06

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SEPTEMBER—The Belfast Tattoobelfasttattoo.com—Culture Nightculturenightbelfast.com—Hit the Northcomartspartner.org—European HeritageOpen Daysdiscovernorthernireland.com/ehod—Tesco Taste NI Festivaltasteni.com—Autumn Fairvisitbelfast.com—Belfast City Half Marathonbelfastcitymarathon.com—Belfast Comedy Festival belfastcomedyfestival.com—Hillsborough International Oyster Festivalhillsboroughoysterfestival.com—Aspects Literature Festivalaspectsfestival.com

OCTOBER—Cinemagic Festival cinemagic.org.uk—Belfast FashionWeekbelfastfashionweek.com—Belfast InternationalArts Festivalbelfastfestival.com—Halloween Eventsvisitbelfast.com—North BelfastLantern Paradenewlodgearts.com

NOVEMBER—Belfast Design Weekbelfastdesignweek.com—Sound of Belfastsoundofbelfast.com—Outburst Arts Festivaloutburstarts.com—C.S. Lewis Festivaleastsidearts.net—Festival of Brassbrassbandleague.org—Fleadh Feirste - the Gaeltacht Quarter Festivalculturlann.ie—Lady Boys of Bangkokvisitbelfast.com—Twilight Marketstgeorgesmarket.com

DECEMBER—North Belfast Winter Festnewlodgearts.com—Christmas LightsSwitch Onvisitbelfast.com—Belfast Christmas Marketvisitbelfast.com—Creative Peninsula Christmas Fayreardsarts.com

JANUARY—Out To Lunch Festivalcqaf.com

FEBRUARY—NI Motorcycle Festivalmotorcyclefest.tv—Four Corners Festival4cornersfestival.com—Chinese New Yearcwa-ni.org—NI Science Festivalnisciencefestival.com—Belfast CityDancecrescentarts.org—BMS International Festival of Chamber Musicbelfastmusicsociety.org

MARCH—Belfast Nashville Songwriters Festival belfastnashville.com—Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politicsbellylaughsbelfast.com—Belfast FashionWeekbelfastfashionweek.com —An Droichead Spring Festivalandroichead.com—St Patrick’s Day Celebrationsvisitbelfast.com—Feile an Earraighfeilebelfast.com—Brilliant Corners - Belfast Jazz Festivalmovingonmusic.co.uk—Belfast Children’s Festivalyoungatart.co.uk—Ulster Festival ofArt & Designulsterfestival.com

APRIL—Belfast Film Festivalbelfastfilmfestival.org—Holi Festival of Coloursartsekta.org.uk—Ice Hockey World Championshipbelfastgiants.com—Spring into Easter Festivalvisitbelfast.com—Sonorities Festival of Contemporary Musicqub.ac.uk/sonorities—Spring Fairvisitbelfast.com—Ards International Guitar Festivalardsguitarfestival.co.uk

MAY—Cathedral Quarter Arts Festivalcqaf.com—Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathonbelfastcitymarathon.com—Festival of Foolsfoolsfestival.com—Writers on Writers Festivallinenhall.com—Tetherseedheadarts.com/tether—Belfast Spring Marketvisitbelfast.com—Belfast Titanic Maritime Festivalvisitbelfast.com—Balmoral Showbalmoralshow.co.uk—May Day in Holywoodvisitardsandnorthdown.com—Ards and North Down Puppet Festivalvisitardsandnorthdown.com

WHAT’S ONFrom music and dance to sport and culture, check out our guide to some of the biggest events happening across the city. For the full list, check out visitbelfast.com/whats-on

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Open Top Bus Tour

Titanic Discovery

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Day Trip ToursValue Cabs offer a range of day tours departing from Belfast to explore further afield. Choose from 8 different itineraries including a visit to the mysterious Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland’s only World Heritage site, followed by a stop to cross the 30m high rope bridge at Carrick-a-Rede and a visit to the old Bushmills whiskey distillery. Explore some of the stunning filming locations featured in the award winning Game of Thrones® TV series, take a scenic guided tour of the stunning Glens of Antrim and Carrickfergus Castle or explore the Strangford coast with a tour of the recently refurbishedMount Stewart houseand gardens. valuecabs.com/taxi-tours

Political HistoryThe Murals’ of Belfast are a must-see experience. These pieces of public art provide an insight into the culture and traditions of Northern Ireland. A Taxi Tour is an ideal way to find out all about the city’s history including the famous murals, the Peace Wall and other highlights in the Gaeltacht, Queens, Cathedral and Titanic Quarters. Or take in these sights on-board one of the hop on-hop off open top bus tours. For a truly unique insight into the political conflict, Coiste provide a range of bus and walking tours with guides from the Republican and Loyalist ex prisoner communities.visitbelfast.com/tours

Titanic ToursNo trip to Belfast is complete without visiting Titanic Belfast, but there are also a range of tourson offer to discoverthis historic area. From Donegall Quay take a Titanic Boat Tour andlearn about the changing face of Belfast’s harbour which built well over10,000 ships. Walk in the footsteps of the people who designed and built RMS Titanic in the city’s historic shipyard on a Titanic Discovery Tour. Hop on board the Wee Tram and learn about the area through an on-board video presentation while you travel around the key sites - get the ‘combo ticket’ to descend 44 feet below sea level in Titanic’s Dry Dock.visitbelfast.com/titanic

Home of ThronesHBO®’s award winning Game of Thrones® is one of the most popular and successful fantasy TV series ever made, and it is filmed right here in Northern Ireland. Explore some of the stunning filming locations featured in the show with a guided coach tour. You can even step into Winterfell and experience archery in a recreated film set dressed in ‘Stark family’ costumes.visitbelfast.com/gameofthrones

You may already know what you want from your trip to Belfast: from Titanic and

the political wall murals to the famous film locations featured in Game of Thrones®.

Tie it all together with a guided taxi tour, or explore the city on foot or bike. Here

are a few more ideas on how to enjoy the city sights. For the full list of tours, see

visitbelfast.com/tours

Walking Tours of BelfastThe best way to discover Belfast is walking through the streets, meeting its people and enjoying the craic. Hidden Belfast offer a unique one hour guided walking tour that works in partnership with many local artists, historians and trades people to ensure you get the maximum exposure to the real Belfast.belfasthiddentours.com

Belfast Food TourA 4-hour fun and food filled guided walk to some top food and drink spots around Belfast City Centre. On the tour you’ll meet local food producers, visit traditional bars, artisan shops and finish in a top restaurant in the lively Cathedral Quarter.tasteandtour.co.uk

Explore the City

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Taxi Tour

Giant’s Causeway

Game of Thrones®Winterfell Archery

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CITY CENTREApartment2 Donegall Square West028 9050 9777 apartmentbelfast.com

The Basement BarDonegall Square East028 9031 5576tensquare.co.uk

Bittles Bar70 Upper Church Lane028 9031 1088 facebook.com/BittlesBar

Filthy McNasty’sDublin Road028 9024 6823thefilthyquarter.com

Five Points44 Dublin Road028 9099 4124thefivepoints.co.uk

Fountain Tavern16-20 Fountain Street028 9032 4769 thefountainbar.com

The Garrick Bar29 Chichester Street 028 9032 1984 thegarrickbar.com

Kelly’s Cellars30-32 Bank Street028 9024 6058 visitbelfast.com

The Kitchen Bar1 Victoria Square028 9024 5268 thekitchenbar.com

Liquor XXX49 Dublin Road028 9024 6823liquorxxx.com

McCracken’s Café Bar4 Joy’s Entry028 9032 6711 mccrackenscafebar.co.uk

McHughs29-31 Queen’s Square028 9050 9999 mchughsbar.com

The Morning Star17-19 Pottinger’s Entry028 9023 5986 themorningstarbar.com

Ox Cave3 Oxford Street 028 9023 2567oxbelfast.com/cave

Queen’s Café Bar4 Queen’s Arcade028 9024 9105 queenscafebar.co.uk

Revolución de Cuba25-39 Arthur Street 028 9590 9249revoluciondecuba.com/belfast

Voodoo9-11 Fountain Street028 9027 8260 voodoobelfast.com

CATHEDRAL QUARTERBert’s BarHigh Street028 9026 2713 themerchanthotel.com

The Cloth Ear35-39 Waring Street028 9023 4888 themerchanthotel.com

The Dirty Onion2 Waring Street028 9024 3712 thedirtyonion.com

The Duke of YorkCommercial Court028 9024 1062 dukeofyorkbelfast.com

John Hewitt Bar51 Donegall Street028 9023 3768 thejohnhewitt.com

The Northern Whig2 Bridge Street028 9050 9888 thenorthernwhig.com

Ollies Club35-39 Waring Street028 9023 4888 olliesclub.com

SIXTY662 High Streetthenationalbelfast.com

Sunflower Bar65 Union Street028 9023 2474 sunflowerbelfast.com

LINEN QUARTERBrennan’s Bar46-50 Great Victoria Street028 9024 2986

The Bridge House35-42 Bedford Street028 9072 7890 jdwetherspoon.co.uk

Crown Liquor Saloon46 Great Victoria Street028 9024 3187 nicholsonspubs.co.uk

Limelight Belfast17 Ormeau Avenue028 9032 7007 limelightbelfast.com

Morrisons Bar21 Bedford Street028 9032 0030 morrisonsbar.com

The Perch42 Franklin Street028 9024 8000 theperchbelfast.com

Rita’s Belfast44 Franklin Street 028 9024 8000ritasbelfast.com

Robinsons38-42 Great Victoria Street028 9024 7447 robinsonsbar.co.uk

Sweet Afton Bar & Kitchen12 Brunswick Street028 9042 8000 sweetaftonbelfast.com

QUEEN’S QUARTERAlibi BelfastBradbury Place028 9023 3131 alibibelfast.com

The Empire40-42 Botanic Avenue028 9024 9276 thebelfastempire.com

The Parlour2-4 Elmwood Avenue028 9068 6970 parlourbar.co.uk

SOUTH BELFASTThe Albany Belfast701-703 Lisburn Road 028 9066 4442thealbanybelfast.com

The Chelsea346 Lisburn Road028 9068 7177 thechelseabar.com

Cutter’s WharfLockview Road028 9080 5100 cutterswharf.co.uk

The Errigle Inn312-320 Ormeau Road028 9064 1410 errigle.com

Four Winds111 Newton Park028 9070 7970 thefourwinds.co.uk

TITANIC QUARTERRockies Sports BarOdyssey Pavilion028 9046 7020 rockiessportsbar.com

Pubs & ClubsSmart and stylish bars, sports, live music or traditional gastro pubs; whatever your taste in nightlife this city has it in abundance. Punters are out in their droves most evenings in the city, sampling the best of what Belfast nightlife has on offer. For more information on Belfast’s pubs & clubs, check out visitbelfast.com/pubs

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MODERN CUISINEActon & Sons17 Brunswick Street028 9024 0239 actonandsons.com

The Bar + Grill21 James Street South028 9560 0700 belfastbargrill.co.uk

Brooklyn SQ16-19 Shaftesbury Square 028 9023 0213brooklyn-sq.com

Cafe Conor11a Stranmillis Road028 9066 3266 cafeconor.com

Cellar RestaurantBelfast Castle, Antrim Rd028 9037 0133belfastcity.gov.uk

Coco Restaurant7-11 Linenhall Street028 9031 1150 cocobelfast.com

Cutters WharfLockview Road, Stranmillis028 9080 5100 cutterswharf.co.uk

Deanes at Queens1 College Gardens028 9038 2111 michaeldeane.co.uk

Deanes Deli Bistro42-44 Bedford Street028 9024 8800 michaeldeane.co.uk

Deanes Deli Vin Café42-44 Bedford Street028 9024 8800 michaeldeane.co.uk

Deanes EIPIC28-40 Howard Street028 9033 1134 michaeldeane.co.uk

Deanes Meat Locker28-40 Howard Street028 9033 1134 michaeldeane.co.uk

Flame Restaurant46 Howard Street028 9033 2121 flamerestaurant.co.uk

Fontana Restaurant61a High Street, Holywood028 9080 9908 restaurantfontana.com

The Gallery Cafe Bar65-71 Dublin Road028 9043 4344gallerybelfast.com

Gasworks Restaurant3 Cromac Place 028 9043 4065radissonblu.co.uk

George’s of the Market119 May Street028 9024 0014 georgesbelfast.com

Ginger7-8 Hope Street028 9024 4421 gingerbistro.com

HadskisCommercial Court, Donegall Street028 9032 5444 hadskis.co.uk

Havana Bank Square56-58 Berry Street028 9031 0809 havanabanksq.com

Holohan’s Pantry43 University Road028 9029 1103 holohanspantry.co.uk

Home Restaurant22 Wellington Place028 9023 4946 homebelfast.co.uk

Horatio Todds406 Upper Newtownards Road028 9065 3090 horatiotodds.com

Howard Street Restaurant56 Howard Street028 9024 8362 howardstbelfast.com

The Ivory Restaurant3rd Floor, House of Fraser, Victoria Square028 9032 4577 theivorybelfast.com

James Street South Restaurant21 James Street South028 9043 4310 jamesstreetsouth.co.uk

Jospers Steakhouse10 Donegall Square South028 9024 1001 tensquare.co.uk

The Members’ Dining RoomStormont Parliament Buildings028 9052 1041niassembly.gov.uk

Molly’s Yard1 College Green Mews, Botanic Avenue 028 9032 2600 mollysyard.co.uk

The Morning Star17-19 Pottinger’s Entry, Ann Street 028 9023 5986 themorningstarbar.com

The Muddlers ClubWarehouse Lane, Waring Street028 9031 3199 themuddlers clubbelfast.com

Nando’sVictoria Sq, Bedford St, and Boucher Cres.nandos.co.uk

The National Grande Café62-68 High Street028 9031 1130 thenationalbelfast.com

Ox Restaurant1 Oxford Street028 9031 4121 oxbelfast.com

Ryan’s Bar & Restaurant116-118 Lisburn Road028 9050 9850 ryansbelfast.com

Shed Bistro467 Ormeau Road028 9064 2630 shedbelfast.com

Shu Restaurant253 Lisburn Road028 9038 1655 shu-restaurant.com

Belfast boasts an amazing choice of places to eat offering everything from the traditional Ulster Fry breakfast, gourmet coffee bars and express lunch deals to tasty gastro pub fare, cosy bistros and award winning fine dining, showcasing the very best fresh local produce available. For more information on Belfast’s eateries, check out visitbelfast.com/eatingout

Eating Out

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The Tap RoomHilden Brewery, Grand Street, Lisburn028 9266 3863 taproomhilden.com

Tedfords KitchenUnit D, 1 Lanyon Quay028 9027 8823tedfordskitchen.com

TGI FridaysVictoria Square028 9024 9050 tgibelfast.co.uk

Yardbird2 Waring Street028 9024 3712 thedirtyonion.com

SEAFOODDeanes Love Fish28-40 Howard Street028 9031 1959 michaeldeane.co.uk

Fish City33 Ann Street028 9023 1000 fish-city.com

John Long’s39 Athol Street, Grosvenor Road 028 9032 1848 johnlongs.com

Mourne Seafood Bar34-36 Bank Street028 9024 8544 mourneseafood.com

ITALIANCoppiSt Anne’s Square028 9031 1959 coppi.co.uk

Deane and Decano537 Lisburn Road028 9066 3108 michaeldeane.co.uk

Fratelli Belfast60 Great Victoria Street028 9031 0862 fratellibelfast.com

Goodfellas Restaurant & Pizzeria11 Kennedy Way028 9043 1143

Il Pirata279-281 Upper Newtownards Road 028 9067 3421 ilpiratabelfast.com

Little Wing PizzeriaAnn Street/Lisburn Road/ Upper Newtownards Road028 9024 7000 littlewingpizzeria.com

Scalini85 Botanic Avenue028 9032 0303 scalinirestaurant.co.uk

Villa Italia Restaurant37-41 University Road028 9032 8356 villaitaliarestaurant.co.uk

ASIANCosmoVictoria Square028 9023 6660 cosmo-restaurants.co.uk

House of ZenSt Anne’s Square028 9027 8688 houseofzenbelfast.co.uk

Sakura Sushi82 Botanic Ave028 9043 9590 sakurabelfast.com

Wagamama BelfastVictoria Square028 9023 6098 wagamamani.com

Zen55-59 Adelaide Street028 9023 2244 zenbelfast.co.uk

CAFÉSAvoca Café 41 Arthur Street028 9027 9955 avoca.ie

Bennetts on Belmont4 Belmont Road028 9065 6590 bennettsonbelmont.com

The BobbinBelfast City Hallbelfastcity.gov.uk

Brights Restaurant23/25 High Street028 9024 5688 brightsrestaurantbelfast.co.uk

Café Bedeck465 Lisburn Road028 9066 9828 bedeckhome.com

Café ParisienDonegall Square North028 9590 4338cafeparisienbelfast.com

Cast & CrewQueen’s Road028 9045 1400 castandcrewbelfast.co.uk

ClementsDonegall Sq West/Royal Av/Rosemary St/Botanic Av/Lisburn Rd/Stranmillis Rdclementscoffee.com

The DockThe Arc, Titanic Quarterthe-dock.org

Homemade by MannsUno, 52 Boucher Road028 9066 3137 homemadebymanns.com

Loaf Café & Bakery307-309 Grosvenor Road028 9031 3123 loafcatering.com

Miel et Moi703 Lisburn Road 028 9068 2641mieletmoi.com

Patisserie ValerieDonegall Square West/ Castle Lane028 9032 9364 patisserie-valerie.co.uk

StarbucksCastle Lane/Great Victoria St/Cornmarket/ Victoria Sq/CastleCourt/Botanic Ave/ Lisburn Rd028 9023 6679 starbucks.co.uk

The Yellow DoorThe MAC/ 427 Lisburn Rd/ Ulster Museum yellowdoordeli.co.uk

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Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge

Bonamargy Friary

Just twenty minutes from Belfast visitors can discover pristine seafronts, country parks, boutique village shopping and plenty of places to enjoy the gourmet gastro-pub or country house experience. County Antrim’s Causeway Coastal Route runs north from Larne, and is the gateway to the Nine Glens of Antrim with Glenariff Forest Park at its heart. On the north coast you’ll find the Giant’s Causeway, the only World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland. Hire an audio tour from the state-of-the-art visitor centre, explore the interactive exhibition spaces, watch Finn McCool on the big screen and unlock the secrets of this inspirational landscape. Nearby, take a tour of the oldest licensed distillery in the world; Bushmills and challenge yourself to cross

the 100 ft. high Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge.A short trip by train or bus takes you to Derry-Londonderry, where there’s plenty to see in the historical walled city, with its lively cultural scene, impressive architecture, carnivals, festivals and visitor attractions. Shrouded in magic and majesty, the Mourne Mountains is an area of outstanding natural beauty, filled with dizzying peaks, rolling valleys, tranquil forests and golden coastline, just waiting to be discovered, enjoyed, experienced and never forgotten. Don’t miss out on island hopping in the unspoiled Fermanagh Lakelands, or to pay a visit to a number of stunning National Trust properties including Florence Court, Castle Ward and Mount Stewart.

BELFAST:GATEWAY CITY

HomePlaceTake a trip to Bellaghy and step into Seamus Heaney HomePlace, which celebrates the life and legacy of the Nobel Prize-winning poet. Standing at the heart of the place and people which so inspired him, HomePlace includes a stunning exhibition which interprets Seamus Heaney’s work. The entire space over two floors is filled with personal stories and artefacts, dozens of family photographs, video recordings from friends, neighbours and cultural figures, and the voice of the poet himself reading his own words.

While there’s plenty to keep you entertained in Belfast, it’s

also worth keeping in mind that the city makes a great base

for exploring the rest of Northern Ireland.

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Getting About

TO/ FROMAIRPORTSGeorge BestBelfast City Airport is located 3 miles from the city centre. Airport Express 600 bus service runs from the airport terminal to the city centre every 20 minutes at peak times.

Belfast International Airport is a 30 minute drive from Belfast. The Airbus Express 300 operates between the airport and Europa Bus Centre in the city every 15 minutes at peak times.

COCA-COLA ZERO BELFASTBIKESBelfast Bikes is a simple, fun and inexpensive way to get around with 300 bikes and 30 docking stations positioned across the city centre. For just £5 you can get a three-day pass. The first 30 minutes of each trip is then free of charge, with 50p charges for each additional 30 minutes. To register, simply go online at belfastbikes.co.uk, download the Nextbike app or call 034 3357 1551

TAXI HIREValue Cabs have a fleet of over 650 vehicles offering a professional taxi service, sightseeing tours and executive vehicles. Debit/credit card payment facility available in every vehicle.028 9080 9080valuecabs.com

CAR HIRERenting a car is another great way for visitors to get around Belfast and to visit some of the many attractions throughout Northern Ireland. Providers available online atvisitbelfast.com

PUBLICTRANSPORTTranslink is responsible for Metro, Ulsterbus and NI Railways, operating a network of bus and rail services throughout Northern Ireland and on cross border routes.028 9066 6630 translink.co.uk

BELFASTVISITOR PASSOffering unlimited travel around the city and exclusive discounts on a variety of attractions, tours, restaurants, cafés and shops. Available from the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre. visitbelfast.com

Belfast is compact and bijou, so getting around the city is easy

on foot, by bike or by taxi. However, if you want to wander

a little further afield then we’ve got a network of transport

options which will get you to your desired destination.

You can easily access both countryside and sea shore within a short drive of Belfast to enjoy a variety of exciting attractions, historic places of interest, informative tours, outdoor activities and amazing scenery.belfastplus.com

Visit Ards and North Down to experience and enjoy some of the best family days out, entertainment, food and activities that County Down has to offer!visitardsandnorthdown.com

Just a few minutes commute from Belfast, Lisburn & Castlereagh area is a mixture of city, urban, village and rural communities. visitlisburncastlereagh.com

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Clarendon Dock

CityQuays

Belfast CityHospital

ParkCentre

CitysideRetail Park

Royal VictoriaHospital

MaterHospital

StranmillisUniversity College

MethodistCollege

ForestsideShopping

Centre

Victoria CollegeBelfast Ulster

Clinic

USConsulate

Universityof Ulster

BelfastMetropolitan

College

BelfastMetropolitan College

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BelfastMetropolitan

College

CastleCourtShopping Centre

ConnswaterShopping Centre

St Mary'sUniversity

College

The Gasworks

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BallysillanPark

WoodvalePark

WaterworksPark

The GrovePlaying Fields

SeaviewStadium

AlexandraPark

SolitudeStadium

TheOval

VictoriaPark

StormontWharf

PollockDock

CliftonvilleGolf Club

BotanicGardens Ormeau

Golf ClubPirriePark

Gibson Park

CherryvalePlaying

Fields

ShaftesburySquare

Belvoir Park Golf Club

OrmeauPark

DunvillePark

BalmoralGolf Club

DrumglassPark

BoucherPlaying

Fields

RBAIPlaying

Fields

Bog MeadowsNature Reserve

Belvoir Forest Park

BelfastBoat Club

CregaghGlen

GalwallyLake

RBAI

Central Station

Titanic Quarter

LagansideBuscentre

Yorkgate

BotanicCity Hospital

Gt Victoria St Stationand Europa Buscentre

Adelaide

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MaryvilleHouse

Windermere House

All Seasons

Botanic Rest

Ardmore B&B

Belfast Int. Youth Hostel

Victoria Apartments

Cordia ServicedApartments

Willesden Park

Mullan Property

Ravenhill Guesthouse

Roseleigh House

Maranatha Guesthouse

An Old Rectory

Avenue Guesthouse

Tara Lodge

The Gregory

Farset International

Ibis City Centre

The Merchant

Hilton Belfast

Ramada Encore

Ten Square

Park Inn

Travelodge

Clayton Hotel

IBIS

Holiday Inn Express

Radisson Blu

Jurys Inn

Fitzwilliam Hotel

Europa Hotel

Hotel ETAP

Benedicts

Malone Lodge Hotel

Madison’s

Crescent Townhouse

Dukes at Queen’s

Holiday InnBelfast City Centre

Wellington Park Hotel

Malmaison

Premier Inn

Premier Inn

Premier Inn

Bullitt

Titanic Slipways

HMS Caroline

PRONI

War Memorial Gallery

Duncairn Centre for Culture & Arts

Central Library

Oh Yeah

T13

Ulster Hall

Grand Opera House

Linen Hall Library

Lyric Theatre

Ulster Scots Visitor Centre

Conway Mill

Belfast Barge

Albert Clock

George Best’s House

Smithfield Market

Peace Wall

ShankillGraveyard

Aunt Sandra’sCandy Factory

The MAC

Clifton House

Museum of Orange Heritage

Ulster HistoricalFoundation

King’s Hall

Crescent Arts Centre

Black Box

Crown

Rise Sculpture

East Side Visitor CentreSt Peter’s

Cathedral

Falls LeisureCentre

Grove WellbeingCentre

ShankillLeisure Centre

OlympiaLeisure Centre

Indoor Tennis Arena & Ozone Complex

Avoniel Leisure Centre

KingspanStadium

Victoria Square

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Belfast Waterfront

H&WH&W

Crumlin Road GaolTitanic Belfast

City Hall

St George’s Market

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Clonard Monastery

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Palm House

Ulster Museum

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Isle of ManTerminal

To D1 Cruise Terminal1.5miles/2.4km

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