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Belfast - Sink a few on your Titan-hen-ic trip

Belfast is perfect if you fancy something a bit different without actually leaving the UK. It is sure to draw you in with its endless Northern Irish charm, truly amazing selection of boozers and impressive street art. Packed with brilliant shopping centres, famous museums and banging nightclubs, Northern Ireland’s stunning capital is sure to provide you with a trip full of great craic.

AUTHOR:Hannah SowerbyContent Writer
  • Article Updated: 13/01/2026
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Best Belfast Nightlife Areas for a Hen Do

Belfast is a relatively small city meaning you've only got a couple of nightlife areas to choose from. However, what it lacks in quantity, it makes up in quality. Plus, Belfast is so densely packed with bars, you will still be spoilt for choice. Here's the lowdown on the famous Cathedral Quarter and the fun and student-heavy Queen's Quarter.

  • Cathedral Quarter in Belfast
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    Cathedral Quarter

    Taking its name from St Anne’s Cathedral, this is THE place to be when living it up in Belfast; you can’t do Belfast without coming here. The Cathedral Quarter, that you will find in the North of the city, is absolutely strewn with bars and pubs. There’s a great range of places to grab a Guinness, from cute little traditional Irish pubs, where you might see a musician or two spontaneously playing the violin, to huge pubs with mega beer gardens, like The Dirty Onion and Yardbird. Here you will also find iconic clubs such as Ollie’s. The guided bar crawl we offer takes place in the Cathedral Quarter, with a local guide showing you the hot spots.

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    • Stylish,
    • Vibrant

    Queen's Quarter

    The southernmost quarter in Belfast is called the Queen’s Quarter. This is because it is home to Queens University, meaning unsurprisingly it’s quite student-heavy. It’s not as nightlife heavy as the Cathedral Quarter, but you do still have some great venues here such as Alibi, which is a fantastic bar and club spread over three floors. You’ll find a few great pubs here too such as the mega popular Lavery's, which is actually Belfast’s oldest family-owned pub that has a lush rooftop terrace. The Queen’s Quarter is also home to The Belfast Empire Music Hall, which is three floors of bars and music. This also where you’ll find the famous Botanic Gardens, perfect for a calm hungover stroll.

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Top 10 Hen Friendly Belfast Bars & Clubs 2026

The most hen-friendly Belfast bars and clubs include the ever-popular Ollie's (a buzzing club that's packed out every weekend), the lovely River Rooms (where you can do karaoke), typical Irish pub Fibber Magee and quirky cocktail bar The Tipsy Bird.

  • A massive crowd of people inside Ollie's Nightclub.

    Ollie's Belfast

    35 - 39 Waring St, BT1 2DY

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    Ollie’s is an incredibly popular nightclub, no really, it gets absolutely rammed. So, if your group are party animals, then you’re gonna wanna swing by Ollie’s as this is where the party’s at. Boasting world-class DJs, a mega drinks list and an electric atmosphere, this buzzing nightclub draws a huge crowd every single weekend. Every Friday they host Mumbo Jumbo, which is the best in disco, house and hip hop, and every Saturday they host Nite Tales where they play RnB, hip hop, house and disco.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: Closed
      Fri - Sat: 21:00 - 03:00
      Sun: Closed

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Live Music:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Revolución de Cuba Belfast

    25-39 Arthur Street, BT1 4GQ

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    Set within a breathtaking Art Noveau building, with a stunning high ceiling, this Cuban-themed bar is perfect for any gin lovers in the group. You can get all kinds of wonderful gin-based cocktails, some of which you can get in a teapot. They also do a tasty range of tapas that are perfect to graze on. Often Revolución de Cuba will have live music playing, and that combined with the super pretty surroundings, makes it a lush place to chill out with a few cocktails.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 12:00 - 01:00
      Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 02:00
      Sun: 12:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Alibi

    23-31 Bradbury Place, Queen’s Quarter, BT7 1RR

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    Located in Belfast’s Queen’s Quarter, Alibi is a stylish nightlife venue spread over three floors with a bar and a nightclub. The bar, which is dripping with sophistication, serves over twenty gins from around the world, as well as having an intriguing cocktail menu and a ceiling-high range of spirits. The club showcases the best in local DJ talent, including DJ Tex & the fire angels, with hip hop, R & B and house being played.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: Closed
      Fri - Sat: 19:00 - 02:00
      Sun: Closed

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Live Music:No

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • The River Rooms

    5 Donegall Quay, BT1 3EA

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    This super quaint venue, that’s set over three floors, is a total hen haven. On the top floor you’ve got a suite that can be hired out privately. And on the second floor you’ve got Ted’s Restaurant, which offers tasty food and a buzzing atmosphere. You can go down the rabbit hole (it’s decorated like Alice in Wonderland – so cool!) to CL9UD which has a magical range of cocktails, as well as karaoke with a ton of songs. This needs to be booked and can be .

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: Closed
      Thurs: 12:00 - 20:00
      Fri: 17:00 - 20:30
      Sat: 12:00 - 23:30
      Sun: 12:00 - 17:00

    • No. of Bars: Three

    • Live Music:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • The Dirty Onion and Yardbird

    3 Hill St, BT1 2LA

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    A dirty onion doesn’t sound like the most appealing thing in the world, but it is a fantastic venue. Home to two bars, a rotisserie chicken restaurant and one of the largest beer gardens in Belfast, this is a must do. They offer live entertainment every day of the week, with a focus on live bands and acoustic acts. The Dirty Onion specialises in the finest whiskies and craft beers around, with over forty whiskies and over forty beers on offer. Even better, it’s free to get in.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Sat: 12:00 - 01:00
      ~Sun: 12:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:A huge one!

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • The Tipsy Bird

    90-100 Ann St, BT1 3HH

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    Stylish and quirky, this place is worth visiting even just to get a couple of cute pics. The Tipsy Bird is not only seriously instagrammable with its ‘we’ve brought the outside indoors’ vibe, it also does a cracking range of cocktails, including one hilariously named a Basic Bitch. There are sharing cocktails too such as Dragon Fruit Delight and Massive Mai Tai. And that’s not the mention Brewers Yard, which is a fabulous outdoor space with table football, art murals and plenty of benches.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: Closed
      Thurs- Fri: 17:00 - 01:00
      Sat: 13:00 - 01:00
      Sun: 17:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • The Perch Rooftop Bar

    42 Franklin St, BT2 7GE

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    Located on the fifth floor of the historic Linen House, this iconic rooftop cocktail bar is both classy and fun. The cocktails are made with fresh ingredients and high-quality spirits. They do a fantastic range of summer cocktails, including frozen cocktails, which is just what you need on a sweltering day. Not only that, The Perch also boasts some of Belfast’s best DJs. It’s not the biggest venue ever, so we would recommend booking a table to avoid disappointment.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: Closed
      Thurs: 16:00 - 00:00
      Fri: 15:00 - 01:00
      Sat: 13:00 - 01:00
      Sun: 13:00 - 23:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Fibber Magee

    38-42 Great Victoria St, BT2 7BA

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    Now this is your typical Irish pub. Situated in the centre of Belfast, this pub is completely steeped in Irish tradition. Plus, it’s one of the best places around to catch some live Irish folk music with fiddles, pipes and bodhráns galore. As well as providing live entertainment every night of the week, it’s also a cracking place to grab a pint due to it being so welcoming. You should have at least one traditional Irish pub on your list, and this is a great one.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 11:30 - 00:00
      Thurs - Sat: 11:30 - 01:00
      Sun: 12:30 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Thompsons

    3 Pattersons Pl, BT1 4HW

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    A Belfast’s longest running city centre nightclub, Thompsons is a clubbing institution and is not one to be missed out. It’s open seven days a week and boasts some of the best DJs/musicians from around the world with MK, Nina Kraviz, Eats Everything, Zane Lowe, Alan Fitzpatrick and more having played there. The club is spread over two floors and has state of the art sound and lighting, with a bar upstairs and downstairs. There’s also a fantastic outdoor terrace.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 09:00 - 02:00
      Fri - Sat: 21:00 - 03:00
      Sun: 19:00 - 02:00

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • 39 Gordon Street

    39 Gordon St, BT1 2LH

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    Situated in the buzzing Cathedral Quarter, this fabulous bar specialises in cocktails, tacos and live music (what more do you really need for a night out?!). It’s also a fabulous place to hang out with comfy booths, quirky chandeliers and neon signs galore. 39 Gordon Street offers a selection of both classic and contemporary cocktails to choose from. They often do happy hours on both cocktails and pints, so get yourself down here on a happy hour to save some pennies.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Tues: Closed
      Weds: 13:00 - 23:00
      Thurs: 13:00 - 00:00
      Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 02:00
      Sun: 13:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

Hen Friendly Bar Crawls in Belfast

We've written a bar crawl for the iconic Cathedral Quarter, which is well worth checking out.

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    Belfast's Cathedral Quarter Bar Crawl

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Top 10 Belfast Hen Do Activities

The best hen party activities include touring Belfast on a pedi bus, hopping onboard a boat to do bingo with drag queens, getting acquainted with the best boozers on the Belfast guided bar crawl and loads more.

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      Belfast Pedi Bus Tour

    • Get to see the sights of Belfast in the coolest way possible, by pedalling a massive bike with your pals. You’ll be able to bring your own booze on board, so you can sip on some tinned cocktails (or tipple of your choice) whilst you pedal and enjoy the sights. Don’t worry there will be a sober driver to steer and a friendly barperson who will make sure you’re all topped up.

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      Drag Bingo & Cocktails Public Boat Cruise

    • Say yassssssss to this brilliant drag queen boat cruise. As you’re cruising down the magnificent river Lagan, you will play a game of boogie bingo led by an absolutely fabulous drag queen.Boogie bingo is just like bingo but with short bursts of cheesy bangers e.g. “number 17…dancing queen!” There are silly hen-themed prizes up for grabs if you manage to get a line or a full house. This 90-minute public boat cruise includes sharing cocktail towers.

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      The River Rooms - Cocktails and Karaoke

    • Cocktails + karaoke = you thinking you are Madonna and the best time ever. Come on down to the gorgeous River Rooms where you will enjoy a cocktail on arrival, then it’s on to 90 glorious minutes of karaoke. You’ll get to pick from a massive range of songs that you can add to the queue yourself using your phone.

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      Guided Belfast Pub Crawl

    • You can’t come to Belfast and not check the pubs out, it’s basically the law that you do. Find the pubs and bars worth visiting with help from a knowledgeable local guide who will show you the best boozers in Belfast. Visit four traditional Belfast pubs and enjoy a free shot when you buy a drink in selected bars in this fabulous four-hour bar crawl.

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      Granny Annie's - Main Course and 2 Cocktails

    • Food always tastes better at your granny’s – fact. Get a tasty two course meal of a main course and side, choosing from a set menu, and a Sex on The Beach and a Woo Woo each at this fun and central restaurant/bar that has just the right amount of quirkiness (the ceiling has upside down furniture on it). There is also live music playing from 1pm - bonus!

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      Revolución de Cuba - Bottomless Brunch

    • If you fancy ‘Havana’ a lot of alcohol, then get yourselves down to the lush Revolución de Cuba. This truly remarkable Cuban-themed bar set within an ornate building, with high ceilings and super cute décor, is always buzzing. Enjoy a tapas-style bottomless brunch where you’ll pick a brunch dish each and enjoy bottomless prosecco, beer, cocktails, mocktails or soft drinks for ninety minutes. Not Cu-bad at all!

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      The River Rooms - Drag Bingo

    • Bingo meets drag queens = a truly fabulous time. Grab your dabbers and settle in to play bingo with a gorgeous drag queen compare. You'll get sharing nibbles and a cocktail tower to keep you fed and watered. Eyes down!

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      CL9UD Party Package - Guestlist Entry with Reserved Area & Shots

    • Feel like you’re on cloud nine by getting yourself on the guestlist of this dreamy venue. CL9UD, which is well within walking distance of the middle of Belfast, is both stylish and quirky. You’ll get a round of shots on arrival (it’s a hen, gotta have shots), as well as a bottle of bubbly for the hen. Your group will get a reserved area up until 10pm in this fab bar that does some really ace cocktails.

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      Paint and Sip

    • Get creative with paint and sip. You will get to create your very own masterpiece in a relaxed environment which is focused on having fun. Your group will have a reserved area with light bites and a welcome cocktail tower to get those creative juices flowing.

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      Flower Crown Workshop

    • What better way to celebrate the fuchsia (see what we did) bride than a flower crown workshop. Your professional workshop leader will bring all manner of materials such as pretty, high-quality faux flowers, ribbons, foliage and a plethora of coordinating trims. They will give you inspiration so you can make your own!

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Top 10 Hen Do Hotels in Belfast

The best hen-friendly accommodation in Belfast includes the bestselling Clayton Hotel Belfast, the modern 3-star Hampton by Hilton, the homely Cordia apartments and Crowne Plaza Belfast, that comes complete with spa facilities.

    • A double bed in a grand hotel room with purple and gold wallpaper, featuring a desk and purple desk chair - Rank #1

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      Clayton Hotel Belfast

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Central hotel with cute rooms and a fab onsite bar

      Boasting a central location, this lush hotel has a variety of room types available, with complimentary toiletries, Wi-Fi, large flat screen TV and 24-hour room service (if you’re too wrecked to get out of bed!). Why not swing by the Avenue 22 Restaurant, which has floor-to-ceiling windows and a cracking cocktail selection. You can book luxury massage and beauty treatments.

    • Image of a room with a double bed with a big window looking out with green curtains and a wooden table with a green computer chair - Rank #2

      Hampton by Hilton Belfast City Centre

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Bright and modern 3-star accommodation

      This lovely hotel gives you easy access to the heart of Belfast, with the Cathedral Quarter being under a mile from the hotel. The rooms are bright and airy with free wi-fi, a 40-inch HDTV and a private bathroom with a roll-in shower. You can enjoy a tasty hot breakfast, perfect for making your hangover slightly more bearable.

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      Leonardo Hotel Belfast

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Upmarket with a stylish bar and all-day coffee bar

      Leonardo, which you’ll find in the middle of Belfast on Great Victoria Street, is one our top sellers. It’s easy to see why, with two hundred and seventy modern and spacious bedrooms, that all have free wi-fi, tea/coffee, a flat screen TV and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, as well as a cracking onsite restaurant, a stylish bar and an all-day coffee bar.

    • A double bed in a room at Ramada Encore Belfast - Rank #4

      Ramada Encore Belfast

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Situated right in the heart of the party

      Found slap bang in the middle of the action in St Anne’s Square, this great 3-star hotel places you in the prime position to party. The relaxed, comfortable rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, wood flooring, tea/coffee and a walk-in wet room with a power shower. There’s also a stylish cocktail bar to grab a bev or two (or three) in.

    • A double bed room at Cordia Apartments in Belfast - Rank #5

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      Cordia Apartments

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    • Stylish apartments in the Lisburn Road shopping district

      Found directly on the famous Lisburn Road shopping district, these swish apartments boast a fully-fitted kitchen (including a washer/dryer) and an open plan living room. There are one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom apartments. There's also a manned reception and housekeeping.

    • A double bed in a room at Crowne Plaza Belfast - Rank #6

      Crowne Plaza Belfast

      4 STAR  Hotel with Leisure Facilities

    • Crowne Plaza Belfast

      Situated about a 10-minute drive out of Belfast City centre, this hotel boasts an 18-metre swimming pool, sauna and a steam room, perfect for a well earnt r and r session after a crazy night out. There are bookable beauty and massage treatments too if you really fancy treating yourself. The surrounding countryside is super lovely and worth checking out.

    • A hotel bedroom with two single beds and a bold wallpaper with big bunches of pink flowers - Rank #7

      Malmaison Belfast

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Stylish 4-star hotel within easy reach of the Cathedral Quarter

      Malmaison is an upmarket and stylish 4-star hotel found just a 7 minutes’ walk from the iconic Cathedral Quarter. It offers classy and well equipped rooms. Breakfast is served at Malmaison every morning. This is a mix of hot and cold breakfast items. You can also hit up the onsite Brasserie & Bar.

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      Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Comfortable rooms with pocket sprung mattresses, a flat screen TV and free wi-fi

      Conveniently located, near to most of the city’s major shopping districts and under a mile from the Cathedral Quarter, this four-star hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms, that each have a flat screen TV, tea/coffee, a safe for your valuables and a private modern bathroom. There’s an onsite café serving Starbucks drinks and there’s even a gym if you just can’t stay away.

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      Maldron Hotel Belfast City

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Smart and comfortable 4-star hotel in the centre of Belfast

      The Maldron is comfortable, central, and classy. This 4-star hotel boasts bright rooms with Belfast-themed artwork, as well as free wi-fi, a flatscreen TV, tea/coffee and an ensuite bathroom with a rainfall shower and complimentary toiletries. They do a great buffet breakfast and there’s a fabulous onsite bar perfect for the first drink of the night.

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      Ibis Belfast City Centre

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Experience Belfast's legendary Queens Quarter

      This modern 3-star hotel is found in the heart of the buzzing Queen's Quarter and offers stylish rooms. The rooms come with free Wi-Fi and even a wake-up service if you are really struggling the morning after. You can dine like royalty and tuck into a massive continental and hot breakfast, or you can take advantage of the hotel's bar and relax before heading out to see-off the last night of freedom.

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Cultural Things to do on Your Belfast Hen Do

There’s so much more to do in Belfast than just grabbing a Guinness; it’s actually dead cultural. Why not check out the Titanic Museum or swing by a Victorian covered market for a souvenir?

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    Titanic Belfast

    1 Olympic Wy, Belfast BT3 9EP
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    Did you know the Titanic was built in Belfast? Learn about the story of the Titanic in this world-leading visitor attraction that has over nine interactive galleries to explore, such as the shipyard ride, the maiden voyage and the sinking. There’s even a chance to recreate the famous pose from the film… “I’ll never let go Jack”.

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    St George's Market

    12 East Bridge St, Belfast BT1 3NQ
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    Built between 1890 and 1896, this covered Victorian market was named the ‘UK's Best Large Indoor Market 2023’. Housed within a spectacular building, you can get anything from fresh fish to Belfast-themed artwork to antiques and that’s not to mention the tasty lunch options it provides from paella to crêpes. This is the perfect place to visit to get a taste of local life and the chance to buy a unique souvenir.

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    Belfast Castle

    Antrim Rd, Belfast BT15 5GR
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    Looking a little like a house from Balamory, or the castle from The Traitors, this truly magnificent looking castle, that’s one of Belfast’s main visitor attractions, is really something to behold. Known for its gorgeous landscapes gardens, it’s well worth a visit. It’s a nice choice of somewhere to eat with the Castle Tavern café serving hot food and drinks.

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    Troubles Taxi Tours 

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    As seen on TV, this black taxi tour will take you around the famous West Belfast murals. A local tour guide will give you all of the context behind these political murals. You will visit Loyalist Shankill Road and Republican Falls Road, and of course the ‘Peace Walls’ that separate them. You will be able to get up close with these murals to take any pictures or ask questions. You’re likely to come away with a stronger understanding of the city.

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    Ulster Museum

    Botanic Gardens, Belfast BT9 5AB
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    Boasting collections of art, natural science and history, this free-to-enter museum can be found located in Belfast’s Botanic Gardens. The exhibits here are truly eclectic with exhibits from dinosaurs to Spanish sailors to Egyptian mummies. The museum has lots of events on, so it’s worth taking a look to see if there’s anything that piques your interest.

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    Botanic Gardens

    College Park Ave, Botanic Ave, Belfast BT7 1LP
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    If you fancy a gentle morning (you are horrendously hungover), then why not check out the Botanic Gardens? Established in 1828, these stunning free-to-enter gardens have everything from tropical plants to sculptures to flowers (obviously, it would be a bit dull without flowers). The Botanic Gardens are also known for hosting a wide variety of music concerts throughout the year.

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    The Crown Bar

    46 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BA
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    Would it really be a Last Night of Freedom guide without us trying to pass off a bar as culture? To be fair, it is featured on the National Trust website (which is well cultural innit). Dating back to 1826, what was once a Victorian gin palace, is now a classy establishment with carved-mahogany booths and period gas lighting. You can even order your drinks by ringing a bell.

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    Giant’s Causeway

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    We’re not going to lie, this is a trek to get to, taking about two hours and a half by public transport or just over an hour’s drive, but it’s iconic, so it’s going on the list. This natural wonder is made up of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, which was the result of a volcanic eruption, making it super unique looking. It has provided inspiration for much of Ireland’s folklore.

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    The Big Fish

    Donegall Quay, Belfast BT1 3NG
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    Dreamt up by the Irish artist John Kindness, this 10-metre- long statue of a salmon, that was constructed in 1999, can be found on the picturesque Donegall Quay. The fish’s scales are made of beautiful ceramic tiles, which tell the story of Belfast. Giving you such a fab photo opportunity, it would be ‘ille-gill’ to miss this one out….

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    Crumlin Road Gaol

    53-55 Crumlin Rd, Belfast BT14 6ST
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    Crumlin Road Gaol is Northern Ireland’s only remaining Victorian era prison. For one hundred and fifty years it was an operational prison housing all sorts of prisoners, from murderers to suffragettes. Today you can explore the prison on this fab self-guided tour, including walking through the tunnel that links the courthouse to the other side of Crumlin Road.

How to Stay Safe in Belfast

Belfast is a lovely city, full of some of the friendliest folk about, but you’ve still got to be wary when night falls. We’ve compiled a few safety tips to bear in mind whilst partying in Northern Ireland’s capital.

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Make sure there are at least two of you together at all times and don’t let any of your pals go off on their own

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Give each member of your group the address of your accommodation, including any passcodes you may need to get in, you could put this in your group WhatsApp chat

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Stick to the well-known and well-lit areas of Belfast

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Be mindful near water, taking extra care and looking after your group if you are drinking near the river Lagan

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Be wary of pick pockets and don’t put any of your valuables anywhere where it’s easy to access like back pockets etc

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Best not to get political to avoid any conflict

With these simple safety tips in mind, we’re sure you’ll have a brill Belfast trip!

Getting to Belfast

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Luckily, Belfast is dead easy to get to by plane from and usually doesn’t cost all that much either. You can fly direct from loads of places such as Manchester, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham and Newcastle. The flight is over within a blink of an eye, if you’ve ordered a coffee, you might not even have time to drink it!

AirportDurationAirline
Manchester MAN1heasyJet
London Gatwick BRS1h 20measyJet
Edinburgh CWL1h 15mAer Lingus
Glasgow BFS45measyJet
Birmingham DUB1h 5measyJet
Newcastle EXT55measyJet
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Located in the centre of the city, Central Station (funnily enough), is linked to all major cities across Britain, including direct services from King’s Cross, starting at only £36. Handling over eight million passengers yearly, Central Station lands you right in the heart of Newcastle, and is surrounded by high-end hotels and glamorous nightlife. There’s also a Metro stop and taxi rank just outside, making getting around once you’re there, a breeze.

StationDuration
London Kings Cross
KGX		2h 51m
Manchester Victoria
MCV		2h 24m
Leeds
LDS		1h 21m
Liverpool Lime Street
LIV		3h
Edinburgh Waverley
EDB		1h 26m
Birmingham New Street
BHM		3h 15m
Bristol Temple Meads
BRI		5h 39m
Cardiff Central
CDF		5h 34m
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Just off the A1, if you’re driving into Newcastle, prepare for a seriously easy ride. If you’re travelling from the capital, it’ll take you around five hours to get into The Toon (with that much needed pit stop at the services included), compared to a mere three and a half from Birmingham, three from Manchester, two hours from Edinburgh and under two from York.

Travel FromDistance (M)Duration
London2765h 21m
Manchester1442h 48m
Leeds971h 52m
Liverpool1743h 17m
Edinburgh1212h 36m
Bristol2955h
Nottingham1603h
Cardiff3155h 26m
Birmingham2063h 30m

Getting Around Belfast

This is one city that we can say with absolute certainty is very walkable, but there are plenty of taxis around if you are a little too drunk to put one foot in front of the other, plus busses if you fancy exploring further afield.

Average Prices in Belfast

We’ll be honest, Belfast isn’t the cheapest city in the UK, but hey, at least it’s cheap to get to. It’s totally worth the money, we can vouch for this personally. Here are some of the average prices you can expect to pay.

  1. £5.50

    Average Price of a pint of Guinness - Rank #1

  2. £4

    Average Price of a shot - Rank #2

  3. £5

    Average Price Nightclub Entry - Rank #3

  4. £9

    Average Price of a Cocktail  - Rank #4

What Time of Year is Best to go on a Belfast Stag Do?

The best time of year for a hen do in Belfast is late spring to early autumn (May to September), when the weather is milder, days are longer, and outdoor activities like city tours, pub crawls, and riverside events are more enjoyable. This period also offers the best chance for sunny days, making it easier to explore the city and enjoy Belfast’s vibrant nightlife. During the summer holidays it can be busy so we’d recommend getting everything booked in advance if you’re planning on going then.

January 2026

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Belfast, more like Bel-frost! With lows of 4° it’s a bit nippy in January. Better get to a cozy pub with a log fire ASAP.

JAN

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FEB

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MAR

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APR

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MAY

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JUN

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JUL

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AUG

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SEP

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OCT

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NOV

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DEC

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Random Belfast Facts

  1. Famous Authors - Rank #1

    Famous Authors

    CS Lewis (who wrote The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe) was born in Belfast.

  2. Stairway to Heaven - Rank #2

    Stairway to Heaven

    Led Zeppelin first played Stairway to Heaven in Belfast.

  3. Liam Neeson - Rank #3

    Liam Neeson

    Liam Neeson first tread the boards in Belfast at the Lyric Theatre.

LNOF in Belfast

We love nipping over to Belfast to enjoy the nightlife and check out all the hottest new activities. Read about one of our fantastic trips where we tried out the beer bike, an escape room, axe throwing and more!

  1. LNOF in Belfast 2023

*We take pride in our work and all of the information in the guide was correct at the time of publication - 13/01/2026. Probably.

Frequently Asked Questions

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A night out in Belfast is generally relatively affordable compared with bigger UK cities, but costs can add up depending on where you go and what you drink. A pint is usually about £4–£6 and cocktails around £8–£12 in most bars. Club entry fees tend to be £5–£15. Belfast still offers good value, especially if you start in pubs or take advantage of happy hours, but prices in more central or upscale venues can be higher.

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The most popular things to do on a Belfast hen do in 2026 blend fun, creativity, culture and night-time craic. Classic group favourites include cocktail making or masterclasses, guided pub or bar crawls, and themed dance classes (like ABBA, Beyoncé or burlesque) that get everyone laughing and joining in. Belfast also offers fun daytime options such as escape rooms, treasure hunts around the city, flower crown or craft workshops, bottomless brunches, and even drag bingo or river cruises with cocktails.

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A Belfast hen do typically lasts 2 to 3 days, often starting with a Friday evening arrival and wrapping up on Sunday. This gives enough time for a mix of daytime activities, workshops, and sightseeing, plus evenings out in the Cathedral Quarter or clubs, without feeling rushed. Some groups opt for a one-night city break, but 2–3 days is the most common to fit in all the fun.

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Yes, Belfast is a very walkable city, especially around the city centre and the Cathedral Quarter, where most bars, restaurants, shops, and nightlife are concentrated. Many popular hen do activities, pubs, and hotels are within 10–15 minutes’ walking distance, making it easy to explore without needing taxis.

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Yes, Belfast is very easy to get to from the UK. The city is served by Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport, both with frequent flights from major UK cities like London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Birmingham. Most flights are under 2 hours.

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Yes, fancy dress is very popular in Belfast, especially for hen dos. Many bars, pubs, and clubs welcome groups in costumes, and themed nights or hen parties often see everyone dressing up. However, different venues have different dress codes so it’s always worth checking with the venues you’re planning on visiting to avoid any disappointment.

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There aren’t any specific rules but hens in Belfast should follow basic etiquette and venue rules to keep the celebrations fun and safe. This includes respecting bars, clubs, and restaurants and keeping noise at a reasonable level in public.

About the Author

A graduate in ‘Drama and Scriptwriting’, Hannah is a comedy nerd that loves to write, travel, party and try new things. She’s been to twenty of LNOF’s locations and is looking forward to visiting many more. Hannah has taken part in lots of activity testing with LNOF from beer bikes to axe throwing to escape rooms to go karting. She’s also stayed in many of LNOF’s accommodation options, so she knows what’s good. As well as copywriting, Hannah has had many plays produced professionally and has written/performed comedy sketches for BBC Newcastle. She also won the Hunter Davies Young Writers Award for her piece of travel writing.

Article Updated: 13/01/2026

Hannah Sowerby

Content Writer

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