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Belfast Castle

Antrim Rd, Belfast BT15 5GR, Northern Ireland
44 028 9077 6925
Ranked #22 of 111 attractions in Belfast
4.0 of 5 stars 92 Reviews
Type: Castles
Activities: Getting married
Description: Majestic castle dating back to 1870.
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Lisburn, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

lovely grounds and great views of the lough / sea from top of the castle. not easily accessible though without a car! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

not only is the castle it self amazing, the grounds are amazing too! well worth a visit ! More

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Belfast
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Nice wee cafe in the basement and very pleasent walks More

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Erie
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85 reviews 85 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Not sure why my original post is not showing up. Here it is again. If you're not familiar with the area it is kind of hard to miss but a local should be happy to help. My daughter & I enjoyed looking for all the cats in the garden & enjoyed talking with the gentleman in the giftshop. If you're... More

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

great for functions great views over the city and surronding areas great grounds for walking More

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belfast
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

I took my mum to afternoon tea at Belfast Castle and found it to be of the highest standard. My young son was with us too, and we had ample food for all three of us. There was plenty variation in the sandwiches, and we were all more than adequately fed by the end of our visit. Service was good... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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Belfast is known for many things and often not always good so we were delighted to discover this little gem of an attraction, one of which I previously knew nothing about. Belfast Castle is free entry and really stunning. The sights overlooking the city are phenomenal and the area is very child-friendly. Worth the trip! More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Belfast Castle has it all. My sister had her wedding reception here back in June 2010 and it was perfect from the moment we arrived here. The food was the best I have ever tasted, the staff were so welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. The castle is so large and love the fact that there is only 1... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

A lovely outlook and well maintained buildings. Had a nice meal More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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Great place to visit and explore the gardens and Castle itself when the weather is good. There is a café/restaurant which serves coffee/tea etc during the day and is a full restaurant in the evening. You can also enter the Castle and explore the small museum (take the lift to access this part) which comprises of several small rooms detailling... More

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