10 Reasons You Should Visit Belfast's Titanic Quarter

Once the site where the RMS Titanic was built and departed from, in 1912, the Titanic Quarter is now one of largest urban-waterfront sites in the world. At 185 acres, the Titanic Quarter is home to approximately 18,000 people, and an additional one million visitors every year who come to visit the national museum, Titanic Belfast, and the surrounding markets, studios, and marina, in Northern Ireland. Here are some of the top reasons you should plan a trip to this heritage site today.

1. The DOCK Market

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The DOCK Market is a beautiful mini-market with around 20 stalls offering gourmet food, sweet treats, local Belfast arts and crafts, and traditional music. Sample a Belfast bap (a chewy and floury homemade delight) at this market, open Mon–Sat, 11am–5pm.

Segway Tours

Consider taking the Segway NI Titanic Experience tour to fit in as much sightseeing as possible. This tour covers all historical sites and walkways, including Titanic Belfast, SS Nomadic, the Dock And Pump House, the Odyssey Pavillion, and the surrounding area. A certified tour guide gives a short training session on a Segway and a tour of the area.

2. SSE Arena

The SSE Arena (previously the Odyssey Arena) hosts a plethora of events annually, from concerts to shows. The arena is also the home to the Belfast Giants ice hockey team, who host games within the annual season running from September to May. At approximately £10 a ticket, these events are perfect for the budget-minded traveler or a great family day out. As a bonus, the atmosphere and food are always on top of their game.
SSE Arena, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, UK, +44 28 9076 6000