Ballymurphy Travel Guide
Belfast
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Popular places to visit
Black Mountain
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Black Mountain during your travels in Belfast. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Titanic Belfast
The world’s biggest Titanic museum experience, Titanic Belfast sits on the very slipway where the ill-fated ocean liner was built between 1909 and 1911. The location, Belfast’s former Harland and Wolff shipyard, is dominated by the towering exhibition space, with its glittering blocks recalling four ship hulls.
Queen's University of Belfast
Explore the campus of Queen's University of Belfast during your trip to Belfast. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
SSE Arena
Catch an event at SSE Arena during your trip to Belfast. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Belfast City Hall
Belfast City Hall is an imposing sight – it sits on the edge of the shopping district and looms over the shoppers, dividing them from the business area on the other side of the city centre. It has strong links with the Titanic – it was referred to before construction began 1898 as “the Stone Titanic” – and features a memorial garden for the sunken ship.
Belfast Castle
With views across the city and centuries of history, this classical sandstone building is one of the most popular free attractions in Belfast.
Things to do
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
Belfast: Best of Belfast History, Culture & Art Walking Tour
Bastards Game of Thrones Escape Room Belfast
Top hotels in Ballymurphy
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Wouldn’t go anywhere else in Belfast for a luxury hotel
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
The staff were Amazing Rooms were spotless Hotel had a lovely warm Feeling Location is Perfect Great Breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Moxy Belfast City
Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff on reception were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Enjoyed toasted sandwich cooked for us and lovely breakfast with a good choice of food. Cocktail very welcome.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Great hotel love Leonardo hotels
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Belfast hotel
Amazing! Fantastic staff, service and beautiful clean rooms
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG
Amazing value, great location and very clean
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballymurphy
Gaeltacht Quarter
Though Gaeltacht Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lisburn Road and Boucher Road Playing Fields.
Edenderry
If you're spending some time in Edenderry, Conway Mill and Solidarity Wall are top sights worth seeing.
Shankill
If you're spending some time in Shankill, Dover Street Millennium Park and Peace Line are top sights worth seeing.
Queens Quarter
Queens Quarter is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and picturesque gardens. You might also want to check out attractions like Belfast Botanic Gardens or Ulster Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Belfast City Centre
Cosy bars a university vibe and top sights from Crown Liquor Saloon to Grand Opera House – discover Belfast City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Belfast Central District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Belfast Central District. Make a stop by Ulster Hall or Belfast Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.
