Discover Belfast's Best: A Day Trip Guide

Experience a stag do like no other in the vibrant city of Belfast.

22 April 2023

Belfast is a vibrant and lively city that is perfect for a stag do. The city is full of great nightlife options, with plenty of bars and clubs to choose from. There are also plenty of other activities to enjoy, such as visiting museums, taking a whiskey tour, or exploring the city's many parks and gardens.

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Day trip plan

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Dive into Belfast

  • Start your day with an Irish breakfast at Maggie Mays, a local favorite
  • Take a Black Taxi Tour to learn about Belfast's history and political murals
  • Visit the Titanic Belfast museum, the world's largest Titanic-themed attraction
  • Have lunch at Duke’s at Queen’s, a trendy gastropub with a great selection of local beers
  • Explore St. George's Market, a vibrant indoor market with over 250 traders selling everything from artisanal cheese to vintage clothing
  • End the day at The Dirty Onion, a traditional Irish pub with live music and a great selection of whiskey
  • Bonus: If you're up for a thrill, head to the Crumlin Road Gaol for a spooky ghost tour.

Length of stay

1 day 2 days 3 days

Type of trip

Standard trip Budget Family Friendly Romantic Stag do

How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Belfast, United Kingdom by plane is to fly into Belfast International Airport or George Best Belfast City Airport. Both airports offer both local and international flights, including major airlines such as British Airways and Ryanair.

Car

Driving to Belfast from most parts of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland is relatively simple, as both countries are connected by a well-maintained motorway network. In addition, several car rental agencies can be found at major airports and cities throughout the region.

Train

While there is no direct train from outside Northern Ireland to Belfast, it is possible to take a train to Dublin and then transfer to a train to Belfast from there. The Dublin-Belfast route is served by Irish Rail Corporation, with trains departing from Dublin Heuston Station.

Boat

Taking a ferry to Belfast is possible from several ports in Great Britain, such as Liverpool and Cairnryan. The two main ferry companies operating these routes are Stena Line and P&O Ferries.

Bus

There are several intercity bus companies that operate routes to Belfast, such as Bus Éireann and Ulsterbus. One of the more popular options is the Belfast Express, which runs from Dublin to Belfast and vice versa every day.

Destination

Belfast

Welcome to a city where the Guinness flows like a river and friendly banter is our second language. Get ready to fall in love with the land of Game of Thrones, and the birthplace of Titanic.

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Number of days

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Type of trip

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