Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom is a four hundred year old fishing town that was turned into a city of industry during the industrial revolution in Ireland.

Tourists usually make the Giant’s Ring, an ancient gathering area made of earth and stone. The city’s Botanic Gardens, next to Queen’s University, are a horticultural attraction as well as a host to concerts and fairs during the warmer seasons.

Many visitors prefer to take open aired bus tours, such as the Hop-on Hop-off Tour, which stops at the Giant’s Ring, the Botanic Gardens, and the rest of the famous Belfast attractions. The tour allows passengers to see all of Belfast easily and with knowledgeable commentary.

Since Belfast is in Northern Ireland and not part of mainland Europe, train and bus travel is limited to within Ireland. The city is easily accessible by ferry from multiple UK cities, including Stranraer, Liverpool, and Cairnryan.

Flying is the easiest way to reach the city from anywhere not in the United Kingdom. Belfast International Airport (airport code BFS) services 10 airlines flying to 49 domestic and international destinations.

Belfast also hosts a smaller, regional airport. Belfast City Airport (airport code BHD) serves approximately 2.5 million passengers a year.