What bars are in the Cathedral Quarter?

In our opinion, the best bars in the Cathedral Quarter are McHugh’s, the Duke of York, the Dirty Onion and the Spaniard.

What is the Cathedral Quarter famous for?

History. Traditionally, the Cathedral Quarter was the centre of Belfast’s trade and warehousing district, which sprung up directly from the prosperous linen and shipbuilding industries. The quarter still retains some of Belfast’s oldest buildings and thoroughfares, including Waring Street and Hill Street.

Where are the yellow umbrellas in Belfast?

Commercial Court is an attractive alley of pubs in the Cathedral Quarter, but it hides a fantastic street art area. About half way down there is a little covered alleyway with umbrellas hanging from the ceiling.

What street are the umbrellas in Belfast?

Commercial Court, which is home to famous pub The Duke of York, has always been a hotspot for locals and tourists alike as its cobbled street and decorated alleyways have become synonymous with a Belfast night out.

Is Cathedral Quarter Belfast safe?

Anyways, yes the Cathedral Quarter is as safe as anywhere else in the city centre, which is as safe than any other major UK city.

What drink is Belfast famous for?

Guinness. The first thing Neill said when he found out I was going to Belfast, or rather the second thing after “Can I come too?”, was that I must visit the Crown, not only for its fabulous interior (see number 2), but because it serves the best pint of Guinness, Ireland’s unofficial national drink, in Belfast.

What is the roughest part of Belfast?

The main areas to avoid in Belfast are the areas around the Shankill and Falls roads at night (West Belfast), areas in North Belfast like Tiger’s Bay, New Lodge and Ardoyne (at night) and the likes of Short Strand in East Belfast (again, at night).

Is Belfast rough?

Belfast’s reputation as a dangerous city is often exaggerated. A recent study by the United Nations International Crime Victimisation Survey (ICVS) shows that Northern Ireland has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. There are areas in Belfast which have been scarred by trouble in the past.

What food is Belfast famous for?

Irish Cuisine in Belfast

Ulster Fry. Start your day with a taste of Ireland!
Boxty. A boxty is a traditional Irish potato pancake made with grated and mashed potato, flour, buttermilk and baking soda.
Belfast Bap.
Irish Coffee.
Oysters.

Is Belfast safe?

Belfast is a very safe city – especially in the central area of the city, which is home to great shopping destinations, hotels, bars and restaurants. The atmosphere will feel like a small village in a metropolis, and the people are traditionally friendly and helpful.

Is Belfast safe in 2021?

Is Belfast safe in 2021? Yes, for the most part Belfast is safe. However, like any large city, there are areas of Belfast to avoid, mainly after dark. Common sense is always needed.

What part of Belfast is Catholic?

west Belfast
As you can see, west Belfast is mainly Catholic, in most areas over 90%. For many years, the Catholic population expanded to the southwest, but in recent years it has started expanding around the Shankill and into north Belfast. The east of the city is predominantly Protestant, typically 90% or more.