4-Day Northern Ireland Weekend Getaway in Belfast

Photo of Saint Anne's Cathedral, Belfast, with its unique stainless steel spike.
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Summary

Starts in
Belfast
Ends in
Belfast
Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
Optional
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Enjoy the most refreshing vacation in Northern Ireland with this 4-day weekend getaway in Belfast!

This fantastic 4-day travel plan is your chance to see the best travel destinations in Northern Ireland over the course of a weekend. You’ll stay for 3 nights in Belfast, allowing you to have the full Northern Ireland experience.

Spend your wonderful weekend break in Northern Ireland visiting the most popular sightseeing destinations. You’ll check out the amazing Peace Wall Belfast. Looking for a place you can stroll around and enjoy? We'll guide you to the outstanding botanical garden, Botanic Gardens. Expect to see other remarkable attractions in Northern Ireland and get a glimpse of the country's unique history and culture.

This travel plan also features recommendations for the best eating and shopping spots in Belfast. So whether you're looking for a mini-vacation or a romantic holiday in Northern Ireland, a quick weekend getaway in Belfast is an excellent choice.

We'll help you have the best 4-day weekend getaway experience in Northern Ireland from start to finish. Just sit back, relax, and we'll take care of everything!

Your accommodation will be conveniently located for easy access to many of the best places to see and do in Northern Ireland. You'll have plenty of time to stroll through local markets and shopping streets. Go souvenir shopping to your heart's content and take a bit of Northern Ireland home with you to remind you of your vacation in Belfast.

We'll provide you with stay options suitable for all budgets, and reserve your choice for accommodation for 3 nights. You can choose a popular 4-star accommodation similar to Hastings Ballygally Castle and enjoy the most restful sleep possible. Or, you can stay at a more luxurious place, like the 5-star Ballycairn House, and have the best views and amenities. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, a charming 3-star stay like Seaview House is our best recommendation.

These accommodations are nearby top-rated restaurants, ensuring you get everything you need for a comfortable stay in Northern Ireland. If these recommendations are unavailable during your weekend getaway in Northern Ireland, our system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives. You can be sure that we will always offer you the best available places to stay that match your preferences.

Your itinerary will take you to the best sights and spots in the city of Belfast. You'll visit the magnificent Ulster Museum, explore the fascinating Belfast City Hall, and make lovely memories at the fantastic Belfast Castle. By the end of your weekend getaway in Northern Ireland, you'll return home happy, with plenty of photos and memories to look back to and share.

This 4-day travel plan covers all you need for an amazing time in Northern Ireland. Your itinerary is customizable, giving you the opportunity to create the perfect vacation in Belfast. Add tours, tickets, and activities to each day of your itinerary and make the most of your time in Northern Ireland.

For your convenience, you can also add a car rental to your weekend getaway package to Northern Ireland. We'll provide you with the best rental vehicle with CDW insurance that you can use for 3 days of your trip.

On top of all that, you'll also have access to 24/7 travel support from your personal agent. We’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide you can easily access on our mobile app, where your travel documents are stored and organized. All taxes are already included in the price of your vacation package to Northern Ireland.

Booking a complete vacation in Belfast has never been this fast and easy. The best services in Belfast fill up quickly, so select a date and start planning your weekend getaway to Northern Ireland today!

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Northern Ireland - region in United KingdomBelfast

Map

Attractions

Landscape of Giant's Causeway trail with a blue sky in summer in Northern Ireland in United Kingdom. UNESCO heritage.Giant's Causeway
The Dark Hedges, Gracehill, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United KingdomThe Dark Hedges
Palm House in Belfast. Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.Botanic Gardens
The Sunset at Belfast CastleBelfast Castle
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Town Parks, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United KingdomCrumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre
Ulster Museum, Belfast, Northern Ireland. It was established in 1929.Ulster Museum
SS Nomadic tender ship of the White Star Line, BELFAST, IRELAND.SS Nomadic
Peace Wall Belfast, Edenderry, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United KingdomPeace Wall Belfast
Belfast City Hall and Donegall Square, Northern Ireland, UK.Belfast City Hall
W5, Ballymacarret Intake, County Down, Northern Ireland, United KingdomW5
CS Lewis Square, Ballymacarret, County Down, Northern Ireland, United KingdomCS Lewis Square
Saint Anne's Cathedral, Belfast, with its unique stainless steel spike.St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast
 Bobby Sands mural in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He was an Irish member of the Provisional Irish Republican Army who died on hunger strike while imprisoned.Bobby Sands Mural

Travel details

Travel dates
Oct 1 - Oct 4

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Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Car
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Hotels

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Day 1 – Belfast - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Belfast - arrival day

  • Belfast - Arrival day
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  • Peace Wall Belfast
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Your exciting weekend getaway in Northern Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Belfast, your home for 3 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Travelers visiting Belfast can stay at amazing luxury stays like Ballycairn House. This 5-star hotel treats guests and visitors with care and respect at all times. Considered one of the best hotels in the area, Ballycairn House enjoys an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars from 39 guests.

Hastings Ballygally Castle is one of the best places to relax after a day of exploring Belfast. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 812 guests, making it one of the best 4-star hotels in Northern Ireland.

Alternatively, you can stay at a hotel like Seaview House in Belfast that offers value-for-money accommodation options. Around 488 guests have reviewed this 3-star hotel, giving it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

You'll have plenty of choices to make the most of your stay.

Belfast has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Northern Ireland. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Belfast to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable St George's Market. This attraction is a spectacular market hall with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,713 visitors.

The fascinating Botanic Gardens is another popular attraction in the area. This botanical garden is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,654 visitors from across the globe.

Another favorite sightseeing spot in Belfast is the top-rated Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre. This outstanding travel destination, an amazing museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,340 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Belfast, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, OX Belfast. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Belfast is Kelly's Cellars. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,449 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, McHughs Bar and Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,161 customers.

A weekend getaway in Northern Ireland isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Belfast. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Harp Bar, which has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,547 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 4-day weekend getaway in Northern Ireland!

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Day 2 – Belfast

Day 2

Day 2 – Belfast

  • Belfast
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  • Botanic Gardens
  • Ulster Museum
  • Belfast City Hall
  • St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast
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On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Northern Ireland, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Belfast. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 2 nights in Belfast!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable St George's Market. This outstanding market hall and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.5 stars out of 5 from 10,713 travelers, a visit to the remarkable St George's Market is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Botanic Gardens. Approximately 7,654 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing museum, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,340 visitors.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Northern Ireland. Check out all the tours Belfast offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Northern Ireland can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Belfast.

Stix and Stones offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Belfast is the popular Coppi Restaurant Belfast | Italian Restaurant | Tapas | Pizza | Pasta. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,349 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out The Spaniard. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,184 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit The Garrick. One of the best bars in the city, The Garrick has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,852 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Maddens is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 931 bar-goers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Belfast. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Northern Ireland!

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Day 3 – Belfast

Day 3

Day 3 – Belfast

  • Belfast
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  • Belfast Castle
  • Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre
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On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Northern Ireland, you’ll get to know more about Belfast and take in its unique vibe. You'll also make the most of your remaining 1 night in Belfast by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit St George's Market.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Botanic Gardens. This attraction is a magnificent botanical garden that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,654 travelers.

Belfast is also the home of the amazing Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre. This fascinating museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,340 visitors.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Belfast is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Northern Ireland, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Belfast's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Belfast. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Muriel's Cafe Bar, one of the most recommended restaurants in Belfast. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,042 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out The Chubby Cherub. Around 980 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 741 customers, Parisien is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Northern Ireland. One of the best bars in the city is Bittles Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Belfast. Toast to another amazing day in Northern Ireland!

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Day 4 – Belfast - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Belfast - departure day

  • Belfast - Departure day
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  • Bobby Sands Mural
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Your remarkable weekend getaway in Northern Ireland is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Belfast. Day 4 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Northern Ireland.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Northern Ireland, the popular St George's Market is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Belfast.

The incredible Botanic Gardens is another great option. A total of 7,654 travelers gave this popular site an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

A stop at the magnificent Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre will make your last day in Belfast more memorable. This outstanding museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,340 visitors.

Before leaving Belfast, fill yourself with delicious food from Shu Restaurant Belfast for a final memorable meal to cap your weekend getaway in Northern Ireland. This popular restaurant offers a whole menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

We also recommend Deanes at Queens for your last chance at an unforgettable food and dining experience in Belfast. Deanes at Queens has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 597 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Northern Ireland and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Northern Ireland!

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