Linen Hall Library, Belfast

Name: Linen Hall Library
Address: 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, BT1 5GB, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 28 9032 1707

#103 among attractions in Belfast

Architecture, Library

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Facts and practical information

The Linen Hall Library is located at 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is the oldest library in Belfast and the last subscribing library in Northern Ireland. The Library is physically in the centre of Belfast, and more generally at the centre of the cultural and creative life of the wider community. It is an independent and charitable body. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 54°35'50"N, 5°55'54"W

Address

17 Donegall Square NorthShaftesburyBelfast BT1 5GB United Kingdom

Contact

+44 28 9032 1707

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Day trips

Linen Hall Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victoria Square, City Hall, CastleCourt, Kelly's Cellars.

~1630 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Victoria Square, Belfast
8 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.
~170 ftE
Grand government building with gardens
City Hall, Belfast
1 min walk • Belfast City Hall stands as a grand testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This prominent building, located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland, serves as the headquarters of Belfast City Council.
~1460 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
CastleCourt, Belfast
8 min walk • CastleCourt is a prominent shopping centre located in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom. Nestled on Royal Avenue, this bustling retail hub has been a cornerstone of Belfast's shopping scene since its doors first opened in 1990.
~810 ftN
Nightlife
Kelly's Cellars, Belfast
4 min walk • Kelly's Cellars is a historic public house nestled in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom. Established in 1720, this timeless tavern is not only one of Belfast's oldest pubs but also a significant cultural landmark. The pub is situated at 30-32 Bank Street, a stone's...
~1090 ftSW
Nightlife
Crown Liquor Saloon, Belfast
6 min walk • The Crown Liquor Saloon stands as a jewel of Belfast's historic social scene, exuding an ambiance of Victorian grandeur. Nestled in the heart of the city at 46 Great Victoria Street, this Grade A listed building is not only a bustling public house but also a treasured...
~1010 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Ulster Hall, Belfast
5 min walk • The Ulster Hall is a concert hall and grade A listed building in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Situated on Bedford Street in Belfast city centre, the hall hosts concerts, classical recitals, craft fairs and political party conferences.
~460 ftS
Memorial
Belfast Cenotaph, Belfast
3 min walk • The Belfast Cenotaph is a war memorial in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in Donegall Square West, to the west of Belfast City Hall. Like the City Hall, it was designed by Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas. The cenotaph was unveiled in 1929. It became a Grade A listed building in 1984.
~980 ftN
Church
St Mary's Church, Belfast
5 min walk • St. Mary's Church, Belfast is a Roman Catholic church located in Chapel Lane/Smithfield area of Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is mother church for the city and a mensal parish and was opened on this site in 1784.
~1290 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
St Malachy's Church, Belfast
7 min walk • Saint Malachy's Church is a Catholic Church in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is located in Alfred Street, a short distance from Belfast City Hall, though it precedes that building by over 60 years. The Church is the focal point of the local parish community, also Saint Malachy's, one of the 88 parishes in the Diocese of Down and Connor.
~1780 ftNE
Church
St George's Church, Belfast
9 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.
~1050 ftSW
Restored Victorian theatre and music venue
Grand Opera House, Belfast
6 min walk • The Grand Opera House is a theatre in Belfast, Northern Ireland, designed by the most prolific theatre architect of the period, Frank Matcham. It opened on 23 December 1895..

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Linen Hall Library open?

Linen Hall Library is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Linen Hall Library?

Nearby attractions include City Hall, Belfast (1 min walk), Donegall Square, Belfast (2 min walk), Belfast City Centre, Belfast (2 min walk), Belfast Cenotaph, Belfast (3 min walk).

How to get to Linen Hall Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Linen Hall Library:

Bus

Donegall Place • Lines: 1G (2 min walk)
Belfast • Lines: X1, X2A (7 min walk)

Train

Belfast - Great Victoria Street (8 min walk)
Belfast Lanyon Place (16 min walk)