Self Guided Walking Tour of Belfast with Audio Guide

Explore Belfast at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 8 stops, simple directions, and engaging audio stories that bring the city’s history to life. The route covers the Victorian city center and the historic Cathedral Quarter, taking you from the Grand Opera House to the River Lagan. Along the way, you will visit the ornate Crown Liquor Saloon, the copper dome of City Hall, the rebellious Kelly’s Cellars, and the iconic Big Fish sculpture. It is the perfect walk to discover how the city blends industrial heritage with modern artistic resilience. Start anytime, pause for a pint whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.

1. 1

   Grand Opera House

   Pass by

   Start your walk at the Grand Opera House. Just open Ciceru nearby to begin exploring its ornate Victorian exterior, where Frank Matcham’s dramatic façade and Eastern inspired details tell the full story from the street without going inside.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   Pass by

   View the Crown Liquor Saloon from the pavement and admire its polychrome tiles, stained glass and carved woodwork through the windows. Its Victorian snugs and Italian craftsmanship can be appreciated entirely from the exterior.

3. 3

   Belfast City Hall

   Pass by

   Stand before City Hall and take in its copper dome, Portland stone façade and statues across the gardens. The monumentality and civic symbolism are all visible from outside, making this a complete open air stop.

4. 4

   Kelly's Cellars

   Pass by

   Pause outside Kelly’s Cellars and observe its low slung 1720 structure, stone walls and modest frontage. The pub’s revolutionary past is embedded in its exterior form, which has barely changed in three centuries.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   10 min

   Walk through the Cathedral Quarter and experience the murals, painted walls and creative façades from the public streets. The evolving street art is fully open air and meant to be viewed from the outside.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   Pass by

   Admire St. Anne’s Cathedral from Donegall Street. The Neo Romanesque stonework, sculpted doorway and the stainless steel Spire of Hope rising from the roof create a complete outdoor viewing experience.

7. 7

   Albert Memorial Clock Tower

   Pass by

   Stand in Queen’s Square and take in the leaning clocktower from the outside. Its French Gothic design, embedded carvings and distinctive tilt are best observed from street level.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   10 min

   Wrap up your tour at the Big Fish beside the River Lagan. View the ceramic sculpture, its historical tiles and riverfront setting from the promenade before ending your walk.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.