Explore the main spots to shop in Belfast and eat to your heart’s desire!

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Victoria Square Shopping Centre

Right in the city centre, Victoria Square is the one stop shop for all your shopping needs. This outdoor shopping centre brings bright, fun vibes to the city centre where you can roam through over 70 shops and restaurants including Hollister, Urban Outfitters, Pull and Bear, H&M, Fossil and more.

If you head on up the elevator (or stairs if you like a walk), you can reach the Dome. Holding 360 degree views of the city, you can see all the way to the Titanic Quarter, to our financial district, Queen’s University campus and more.

Make a day of it!

City Centre Main Street

The main streets in city centre Belfast, Donegall Place, Royal Avenue and Castle Place, converge forming the heart of city centre. Trendy, fashionable stores range from Zara, River Island, Stradivarius, JD Sport, Primark and many more! These streets also hold exciting and vibrant eateries and bars including Revolution de Cuba, City Picnic, Kelly’s Cellars, and White’s Tavern (Belfast’s oldest pub!).

Lisburn Road

A short walk or bus ride away, the Lisburn Road holds various high end, mainstream brands as well as smaller independent boutiques. Also filled with Belfast owned restaurants and cafes, the Lisburn Road is a great area to explore where you can feel like a true local. Eateries include Brew and Bake, Juice Jar, Seed, while shops include Please Don’t Tell, Weekend Max Mara, Space NK and We Have it Wrapped Up.

Take a break from shopping and visit various cafes on the Lisburn road

St George’s Market

Not only can you get your food and beverage fix from this weekend market, there are also numerous stalls and boutiques that you can stroll past. This is the best place to find local produce, specialty foods and knickknacks from around the world. There are also various antiques and collectible stalls as well as local craft sellers and live music from local bands.

Castle Court

Another indoor shopping mall located in the heart of Belfast. Here you are able to pick and shop at your heart's content from over 80 clothing brands such as DV8, Miniso, Superdrug, Next and Matalan. This is a great place to shop at while not breaking the bank; and to escape from the rainy days.

You are also able to pick up quick snacks from cafes and kiosks such as Auntie Anne’s, Muffin Break and more. Like Castle Court’s motto: Shop. Eat. Play. Repeat. Which is so true!

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