Shankill Travel Guide
Belfast
Popular places to visit
Peace Line
You can learn about the history of Belfast with a stop at Peace Line. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Titanic Belfast
The world’s biggest Titanic museum experience, Titanic Belfast sits on the very slipway where the ill-fated ocean liner was built between 1909 and 1911.
Belfast City Hall
Belfast City Hall is an imposing sight – it sits on the edge of the shopping district and looms over the shoppers, dividing them from the business area on the other side of the city centre.
Queen's University of Belfast
Explore the campus of Queen's University of Belfast during your trip to Belfast. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
SSE Arena
Catch an event at SSE Arena during your trip to Belfast. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Lisburn Road
During your visit to Belfast, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lisburn Road. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
Things to do
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
Morning Giant’s Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
1-Day Titanic Quarter & Belfast City Rail Tour
Belfast: Best of Belfast History, Culture & Art Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shankill
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
"Sent my luggage to Galway. Not an issue but had to phone the hotel 3 times to find out what was happening. On all occasions was told someone would ring me back or send me the details. They didn’t. Not 5 star hotel service unfortunately Hotel was fine. Clean and central, no issues"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Moxy Belfast City
"The staff was super nice."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
"La situation de l’hôtel, entre la gare « Grand station » et le centre-ville est idéale."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
"Great check in. Nice rooms and bar. (Staff excellent)However do NOT eat in the restaurant. Disappointing is not the word. Took too long to get table. Food took too long plus steaks where overcooked and our cheeseburger turned into a chicken burger. Wouldve sent back but our party was too hungry due ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
room2 Belfast Hometel
"First rate in every respect. The hotel is in a great location, well appointed, clean and tidy and the staff are great. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Malone Hotel
"It was excellent experience"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shankill
Edenderry
If you're spending some time in Edenderry, Falls Road Leisure Centre and Solidarity Wall are top sights worth seeing.
Cathedral Quarter
Cathedral Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MAC Theatre and Belfast Customs House while you're in town.
Belfast Central District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Belfast Central District. Make a stop by Ulster Hall or Belfast Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.
Belfast City Centre
Cosy bars a university vibe and top sights from Crown Liquor Saloon to Grand Opera House – discover Belfast City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Belfast Waterfront
You'll love the fantastic nightlife in Belfast Waterfront, and you might want to stick around to check out Waterfront Hall, a top place to visit.
Gaeltacht Quarter
Though Gaeltacht Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Windsor Park and Lisburn Road.
