Shankill Travel Guide
Belfast
Popular places to visit
Peace Line
You can learn about the history of Belfast with a stop at Peace Line. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 Castle
With views across the city and centuries of history, this classical sandstone building is one of the most popular free attractions in Belfast.
Grand Opera House
Belfast’s majestic Grand Opera House opened its doors in 1895 and since then has played host to some of the biggest names from the world of entertainment. Located in the heart of Belfast’s bustling city centre, this magnificent Victorian building has provided enchanting theatre for over 100 years as well as engaging with the local community and igniting a love of the stage in the city.
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
Bastards Game of Thrones Escape Room Belfast
Top hotels in Shankill
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Room was lovely, staff were lovely and in a great location in the city. Would recommend
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Belfast City
Brilliant
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Moxy Belfast City
Lovely little hotel, very pleasant, helpful staff, great location. Would definitely stay here again. Only downside was the coffee at breakfast was terrible.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Clean Rooms, nice staff. Food could have been a bit better. Bar was nice
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG
Staff welcoming and helpful, room clean
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hilton Belfast hotel
I could hear trains very early Not a great sleep
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shankill
Edenderry
If you're spending some time in Edenderry, Conway Mill and Solidarity Wall are top sights worth seeing.
Cathedral Quarter
Cathedral Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MAC Theatre and Belfast Customs House while you're in town.
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.
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 Waterfront
You'll love the fantastic nightlife in Belfast Waterfront, and you might want to stick around to check out Waterfront Hall, a top place to visit.
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.
