Belfast Castle

Castle Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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What to expect

Belfast Castle is a mansion located in Cave Hill Country Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The current castle is a Victorian structure, built between 1867 and 1870, and is Grade A listed. It provides unobstructed views over the City of Belfast and Belfast Lough. The castle has a rich history, with several structures called 'Belfast Castle' over the centuries, located on different sites. The castle is now a popular visitor attraction, with over 100,000 visitors per year, and is renowned for its coffee shop and good reputation for food. It is also a unique venue for conferences, social events, and private functions, and hosts several large-scale public events throughout the year

Plan your family visit to the Belfast Castle with these blog insights 👇

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(Tip!) Belfast with kids: 7 family activities!

(Tip!) Belfast with kids: 7 family activities!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Belfast Castle, which has a nice view of the city

Highlights: Our kids enjoyed the playground near the castle ✨