Gaeltacht Quarter, Belfast

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The Gaeltacht Quarter in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom is an area surrounding the Falls Road in the west of the city. A Gaeltacht is an area where the Irish language is spoken. The Quarter aims to promote Irish language and Irish culture in the area and to develop associated tourist attractions. ()

Coordinates: 54°35'31"N, 5°57'47"W

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Gaeltacht Quarter (Beechmount)Belfast United Kingdom

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

Nearby attractions include: Park Centre, Kennedy Centre, Queen's University Belfast Students' Union, Windsor Park.

~1020 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Park Centre, Belfast
5 min walk • Park Centre, nestled in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom, represents a convenient and family-friendly shopping destination for both locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping centre is a hub of retail activity, offering a diverse range of stores that cater...
0.9 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kennedy Centre, Belfast
24 min walk • The Kennedy Centre, a bustling shopping hub in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom, offers a diverse retail experience for locals and visitors alike. Situated in the west of the city, this shopping centre has become an integral part of the community since its opening...
1.2 miSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Queen's University Belfast Students' Union, Belfast
30 min walk • Queen's University Belfast Students' Union, situated in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom, serves as the nucleus of student life for those attending the prestigious Queen's University Belfast. This vibrant hub is not just a place for representation and support but...
0.7 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Windsor Park, Belfast
19 min walk • Windsor Park, the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park, is a bastion of Northern Irish football, situated in the heart of Belfast, United Kingdom. This iconic sport venue has been the home of the country's football since the early 20th century, hosting both...
1.2 miE
Nightlife
Crown Liquor Saloon, Belfast
30 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...
~390 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich, Belfast
2 min walk • Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich is an Irish language cultural centre in The Gaeltacht Quarter and is located on the Falls Road, Belfast. Opened in 1991, the centre underwent renovation in 2010 and was opened the following year by then Irish President Mary McAleese.
0.6 miSW
Cemetery
Milltown Cemetery, Belfast
16 min walk • Milltown Cemetery is a large cemetery in west Belfast, Northern Ireland. It lies within the townland of Ballymurphy, between Falls Road and the M1 motorway.
1.1 miE
Restored Victorian theatre and music venue
Grand Opera House, Belfast
29 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..
0.9 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St Peter's Cathedral, Belfast
23 min walk • Saint Peter's Cathedral, Belfast. is the Roman Catholic cathedral church for the Diocese of Down and Connor, and is therefore the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Down and Connor.
1.1 miN
Park, Nature and wildlife, Playground
Woodvale Park, Belfast
28 min walk • 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.
0.7 miNE
Museum, History museum
Irish Republican History Museum, Belfast
18 min walk • The Eileen Hickey Irish Republican History Museum, is a museum in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It was established in 2007 after years of campaigning by Eileen Hickey, who collected the exhibits.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gaeltacht Quarter?

Nearby attractions include Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich, Belfast (2 min walk), RISE Sculpture, Belfast (8 min walk), Bog Meadows, Belfast (15 min walk), Milltown Cemetery, Belfast (16 min walk).

How to get to Gaeltacht Quarter by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gaeltacht Quarter:

Train

City Hospital (25 min walk)
Adelaide (26 min walk)

Bus

Europa Bus Centre (28 min walk)
Belfast • Lines: X1, X2A (28 min walk)