Belfast: Park

Places and attractions in the Park category

Botanic Gardens

Lush park with a Victorian glasshouse Nestled in the heart of Belfast, the Botanic Gardens is an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty that offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. This verdant park, established in 1828, has been a cherished part of the city's heritage, providing a peaceful...

Belfast Zoo

More than 150 species, mostly endangered Nestled on the slopes of Cave Hill in the city of Belfast, United Kingdom, Belfast Zoo is a thriving sanctuary for a diverse array of wildlife. Home to more than 120 species, the zoo is a haven for both conservation and education, providing a glimpse into the lives of...

Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park

The Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park is a park in South Belfast, Northern Ireland, covering almost 130 acres and is accessible from the Upper Malone Road.

Stormont Estate

The Stormont Estate is an estate east of Belfast in County Down, Northern Ireland. It is the site of Northern Ireland's main Parliament Buildings, which is surrounded by woods and parkland, and is often referred in contemporary media as the metonym "Stormont".

Woodvale Park

Woodvale Park is a park in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Opened in 1888 and run by the city council, it provides a venue for association football and bowls as well as a children's play area and landscaped areas for walking.

Donegall Quay

Donegall Quay is a public park and greenspace located in Belfast. It borders with Obel Tower and the River Lagan.

Ormeau Park

Ormeau Park is the oldest municipal park in Belfast, Northern Ireland, having been officially opened to the public in 1871. It is owned and run by Belfast City Council and is one of the largest and busiest parks in the city and contains a variety of horticulture, woodland, wildlife and sporting facilities.

Victoria Park

Victoria Park was opened in 1906 in the Connswater area of Belfast. Belfast Harbour Commissioners investigated the idea in 1854, however the land was very marshy and needed draining near Belfast Lough. It was landscaped by Charles McKimm, who also built the Tropical Ravine in Botanic Gardens. Victoria Park contains a large lake.

Cavehill

Hill with views, caves and an old fort Cave Hill or Cavehill is a rocky hill overlooking the city of Belfast, Northern Ireland, with a height of 368 metres. It is marked by basalt cliffs and caves, and its distinguishing feature is 'Napoleon's Nose', a tall cliff which resembles the profile of the emperor Napoleon.

Divis

Divis is a hill and area of sprawling moorland north-west of Belfast in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. With a height of 1,568 ft, it is the highest of the Belfast Hills. It is joined with the neighbouring Black Mountain, and in the past they may have been seen as one. Divis transmitting station is on the summit.

Black Mountain

Black Mountain is a large hill which overlooks the city of Belfast, Northern Ireland. With a height of 1,275 ft, it towers over most of west Belfast and is part of the Belfast Hills.

Alexandra Park

Alexandra Park is a Victorian park situated in north Belfast. It is named after Princess Alexandra of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha and was opened in 1888. As is typical for parks of the period, it has a formal layout that includes tree lined avenues. It also contains play areas for children.

Musgrave Park

Musgrave Park is a public park in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Situated in the south west of the city, in Ballygammon townland off Stockman's Lane, the surrounding area is a mix of trading estates and residential housing, with the M1 motorway passing close to one end.

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