M3 motorway, Belfast

Name: M3 motorway
Address: 1 Donegall Quay, Belfast, BT1 3EA, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 28 9031 5444

#66 among attractions in Belfast

Bridge, Lookout

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Facts and practical information

The M3 is an urban motorway 0.8 miles in length owned by Siac Construction and Cintra, S.A. that connects the M2 in north Belfast, Northern Ireland to the A2 Sydenham Bypass in east Belfast. It is the shortest motorway in Northern Ireland, and one of the busiest, carrying 60,000 vehicles per day as of 2005. It has a permanent speed limit of 50 mph. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 54°36'4"N, 5°55'14"W

Address

1 Donegall QuayIslandBelfast BT1 3EA United Kingdom

Contact

+44 28 9031 5444

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Day trips

M3 motorway – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victoria Square, The SSE Arena, Beacon of Hope Sculpture, The Big Fish.

~1330 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Victoria Square, Belfast
7 min walk • Victoria Square stands as a beacon of modernity in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom. Opened in 2008, this expansive shopping centre has quickly cemented its place as a premier retail and leisure destination in the city.
~1360 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The SSE Arena, Belfast
7 min walk • The SSE Arena, Belfast, stands as a premier entertainment venue in the heart of Northern Ireland's vibrant capital city. Known for hosting an eclectic mix of events, from chart-topping music concerts to gripping ice hockey matches, this multi-purpose arena has become a...
~650 ftS
Monuments and statues
Beacon of Hope Sculpture, Belfast
4 min walk • The Beacon of Hope Sculpture, situated in Belfast, United Kingdom, is a significant landmark that symbolizes inspiration and optimism for the future. This towering metal statue stands proudly at Thanksgiving Square, serving as a visual focal point for both residents...
~280 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Public art
The Big Fish, Belfast
2 min walk • The Big Fish, also known as the Salmon of Knowledge, is an iconic landmark situated in Belfast, United Kingdom. This unique statue stands at a considerable 10 meters long and has become an emblematic piece of public art along the city's waterfront.
~1430 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Waterfront Hall, Belfast
7 min walk • Nestled along the scenic banks of the River Lagan, Waterfront Hall stands as a beacon of cultural and musical excellence in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom. Since its opening in 1997, this contemporary music venue has been at the forefront of the city's...
~830 ftW
Iconic 19th-century clock tower
Albert Memorial Clock, Belfast
5 min walk • The Albert Memorial Clock stands as a proud landmark in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom. This towering gothic-style clock, reaching a height of 113 feet, was completed in 1869 as a tribute to Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria.
~1490 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Exchange, Belfast
8 min walk • The Tribeca Belfast development, formerly known as North East Quarter and previously Royal Exchange, is a planned £500 million development based in the north east of Belfast City Centre.
~1750 ftN
Monuments and statues
Dividers Sculpture, Belfast
9 min walk • Dividers is an outdoor sculpture located at Clarendon Dock, on the River Lagan, Belfast, Northern Ireland. It was produced in 2002 by artist Vivien Burnside and is an 8.3m tall set of dividers made of bronze with a stainless steel core.
~1030 ftW
Church
St George's Church, Belfast
5 min walk • St. George's Church, Belfast is a Church of Ireland church located on High Street in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is the oldest Church of Ireland church in Belfast. It was designed by Irish architect, John Bowden, and opened in 1816. Major refurbishment work was completed in June 2000.
~1560 ftW
Nightlife
The Northern Whig, Belfast
8 min walk • The Northern Whig is a bar housed in a historical building in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is in the Cathedral Quarter, just to the north of the Belfast City Centre. At various times during its history it has been a gentleman's club and a newspaper and is currently a bar owned by the Horatio Group.
~330 ftW
Park
Donegall Quay, Belfast
2 min walk • Donegall Quay is a public park and greenspace located in Belfast. It borders with Obel Tower and the River Lagan.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to M3 motorway?

Nearby attractions include Lagan Weir, Belfast (1 min walk), The Big Fish, Belfast (2 min walk), Donegall Quay, Belfast (2 min walk), Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, Belfast (2 min walk).

How to get to M3 motorway by public transport?

The nearest stations to M3 motorway:

Bus

Laganside Bus Centre (3 min walk)
Translink Depot (12 min walk)

Train

Belfast Lanyon Place (12 min walk)
Titanic Quarter (15 min walk)