Cathedral Quarter, Belfast

Name: Cathedral Quarter
Address: Belfast, United Kingdom

#133 among attractions in Belfast

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The Cathedral Quarter in Belfast, Northern Ireland, is a developing area of the city, roughly situated between Royal Avenue near where the Belfast Central Library building is, and the Dunbar Link in the city centre. From one of its corners, the junction of Royal Avenue, Donegall Street and York Street, the Cathedral Quarter lies south and east. Part of the area, centred on Talbot Street behind the cathedral, was formerly called the Half Bap. The "Little Italy" area was on the opposite side of Great Patrick Street centred on Little Patrick Street and Nelson Street. ()

Coordinates: 54°36'7"N, 5°55'44"W

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DuncairnBelfast United Kingdom

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Cathedral Quarter – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victoria Square, City Hall, CastleCourt, The Big Fish.

~1740 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Victoria Square, Belfast
9 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.
~1790 ftS
Grand government building with gardens
City Hall, Belfast
9 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.
~550 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
CastleCourt, Belfast
3 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.
~1560 ftE
Monuments and statues, Public art
The Big Fish, Belfast
8 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.
~1140 ftSW
Nightlife
Kelly's Cellars, Belfast
6 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...
~1070 ftSE
Iconic 19th-century clock tower
Albert Memorial Clock, Belfast
6 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.
~340 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Exchange, Belfast
2 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.
~300 ftN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast
2 min walk • St Anne's Cathedral, also known as Belfast Cathedral, is a Church of Ireland cathedral in Donegall Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is unusual in serving two separate dioceses. It is the focal point of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter.
~1210 ftSW
Church
St Mary's Church, Belfast
6 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.
~970 ftSE
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.
~570 ftSE
Nightlife
The Northern Whig, Belfast
3 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral Quarter?

Nearby attractions include St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast (2 min walk), Spire of Hope, Belfast (2 min walk), Belfast Exposed, Belfast (3 min walk), Northern Ireland War Memorial, Belfast (3 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral Quarter by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral Quarter:

Bus

Laganside Bus Centre (7 min walk)
Donegall Place • Lines: 1G (8 min walk)

Train

Belfast - Great Victoria Street (16 min walk)
Yorkgate (17 min walk)