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West Belfast
Fáilte Feirste Thiar - Welcome to West Belfast, Benvenuti a West Belfast, the heart of Ireland’s second city. West Belfast is known throughout the world as a hotbed of political invention and a platform for social progress. The legacy of the recent conflict is a confident community that attracts interest from actors, writers, politicians and an ever-increasing number of tourists from every continent. Take a taxi tour in one of our famous Black Taxis or a walking tour organised by a political ex-prisoner. There’s lots to see in West Belfast - from the huge range of political murals to the traditional music sessions, from Milltown and City Cemeteries to Clonard Monastery. If you want fresh air, why not take a walk up the Divis and Mountain or through Colin Glen Forest? And if you are looking for a rest afterwards and a bite to eat, you’ll be spoilt for choice in West Belfast. Whether it’s a coffee in Conway Mill or a lunch in the Cultúrlann, you’ll be assured of a warm welcome and good service

Free Guided Tour of Belfast City CemeterySunday 13th September, 12 noon.Meeting just inside the main City Cemetery Gates...
11/09/2026

Free Guided Tour of Belfast City Cemetery
Sunday 13th September, 12 noon.
Meeting just inside the main City Cemetery Gates.

Stevie Corr is a local historian who tells the incredible stories of both Belfast City and Milltown Cemeteries through his walking tours.

Uncover the rich and complex history of Belfast with an insightful and though provoking tour. Renowned for his deep knowledge of the city's history, Steven brings the past to life, revealing stories that are as fascinating as they are poignant.

Part of European Heritage open Days 2026

Sean Fennell's Evening Tour of Milltown CemeteryTonight 6pm📍Meeting at Milltown Cemetery gates🍻Tour finishes with a pint...
11/09/2026

Sean Fennell's Evening Tour of Milltown Cemetery
Tonight 6pm

📍Meeting at Milltown Cemetery gates

🍻Tour finishes with a pint at McEnaneys

𝗙𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗘𝗫𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬Local historian Stevie Corr visiting The Falls Exhibition, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 ...
10/09/2026

𝗙𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗘𝗫𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬

Local historian Stevie Corr visiting The Falls Exhibition, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗻, recently and took the time to explore this important story of the Falls Road area.

The exhibition will be 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟮𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺, as part of European Heritage Days events taking place across the city.

📍 St Comgall’s – Ionad Eileen Howell
🕙 Open from 10am

Come along and discover the stories, memories and first-hand accounts that bring this important period in the history of the Falls to life.

Áras Uí Chonghaile are opening their doors for FREE for all visitors to celebrate European Heritage Open Days!Come along...
10/09/2026

Áras Uí Chonghaile are opening their doors for FREE for all visitors to celebrate European Heritage Open Days!

Come along this weekend to learn about the remarkable life of James Connolly!

🔸️Saturday 12th September, 10am - 2pm

Belfast City Cemetery Tour with Stevie Corr📆Sunday 13th September, 12 noon.📍Meeting just inside the main City Cemetery G...
04/09/2026

Belfast City Cemetery Tour with Stevie Corr

📆Sunday 13th September, 12 noon.
📍Meeting just inside the main City Cemetery Gates.

A fantastic tour of Belfast City Cemetery with local historian Stevie Corr.
The city cemetery tell the complex story of Belfast, through the individuals whose lives are woven through the fabric of the city's story.

Part of European Heritage Open days 2026

As part of European Heritage Open Days 2026, local West Belfast tour guide Sean Fennell will lead a special series of th...
04/09/2026

As part of European Heritage Open Days 2026, local West Belfast tour guide Sean Fennell will lead a special series of three walking tours exploring the people, places and stories that have shaped the history of Belfast.

Tours include Milltown Cemetery, Belfast City Cemetery and a new tour of the Glenalina section of Belfast City Cemetery.

Delivered primarily in English, with some Irish woven throughout, each tour offers an engaging opportunity to discover the incredible history of Belfast’s through the people who shaped it.

📆Friday 11 September | Milltown Cemetery Evening Tour
6pm–8pm
Meeting point: Main gates, Milltown Cemetery
Followed by: Pints in McEnaney’s

📆Saturday 12 September | Belfast City Cemetery Tour
11am–1pm
Meeting point: Main gates, Belfast City Cemetery
Followed by: Coffee in Anam

📆Sunday 13 September | Glenalina & City Cemetery
11am–1pm
Meeting point: Whiterock Close, Whiterock Road, beside Glór na Móna

👉Tour Information

Price: £10 per person, per tour
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Language: Tours will be delivered in English with some Irish

Discover the story of over 200 years of Irish Republicanism. A story told through the prism of a unique collection of lo...
30/08/2026

Discover the story of over 200 years of Irish Republicanism. A story told through the prism of a unique collection of locally gathered and curated historical artefacts from The Society of United Irishmen of 1798 through to the present day.

Located in the heart of west Belfast at the foot of the Belfast Hills, the centre comprises of a world class museum, restaurant, bar and lounge and function and events space.

www.roddymccorley.com

Tucked away at the foot of the Belfast Hills is Colin Glen Forest Park, where your urban adventure awaits. Spread over t...
29/08/2026

Tucked away at the foot of the Belfast Hills is Colin Glen Forest Park, where your urban adventure awaits. Spread over two sites is a land of storytelling and a state-of-the-art sports park.

Enjoy beautiful scenery in what is affectionately known as Belfast’s Green Lung. Walk with wildlife or zipline through the trees, follow Ireland’s official Gruffalo Trail or take a heritage trail through an oasis of tranquillity.

https://visitwestbelfast.com/colinglen/

St James’ Community Farm is a fantastic initiative led by volunteers and residents. The community farm has been in opera...
29/08/2026

St James’ Community Farm is a fantastic initiative led by volunteers and residents. The community farm has been in operation for over 8 years and has recently launched a new community hub.

Located in the heart of St James' community in West Belfast, the farm attracts families across Belfast and beyond. There are over 50 animals at the farm, with everything from peacocks and rabbits to goats and sheep.

Adjacent to the Bog Meadows Nature reserve, the farm was previously piece of waste ground - today it is a safe place for animals and family-friendly spot for all. It is free to visit and there are opportunities to contribute and donate to the fantastic community initiative.

Resting in the heart of the Belfast Hills, Divis Mountain and Black Mountain provide a beautiful backdrop to the city’s ...
28/08/2026

Resting in the heart of the Belfast Hills, Divis Mountain and Black Mountain provide a beautiful backdrop to the city’s skyline.

Explore this rich, varied archaeological landscape and discover how it is home to a host of wildlife. The walking trails through heath, on stone tracks, along boardwalks and road surface offer a diverse array of terrains to interest all walking levels. On a clear day, there are views of Strangford Lough, the Mourne and Sperrin mountain ranges and as far as Donegal and Scotland.

https://visitwestbelfast.com/divisandblackmountaintrails/

Address

217 Falls Road
Belfast
BT126FB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5am
Tuesday 9am - 5am
Wednesday 9am - 5am
Thursday 9am - 5am
Friday 9am - 5am

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028/048 90241100

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