Jurys Inn Belfast

The greater metropolitan area of Belfast is home to about half a million people, and little over 200,000 live in the city itself, but don't let its relatively small size fool you. Every year more and more visitors are drawn to the fantastic energy with which this revitalised place glows. You can feel the confidence and liveliness everywhere you look. Maybe that's what prompted Frommers, one of the US top travel guide books, to include Belfast as its only UK must-see recommendation of 2009.

Of course Belfast has always known how great it is. It has only decided to brag about it a little more recently. And there's plenty worth bragging about, from the sedate elegance of the Botanic Gardens to the lush decor of the Crown Bar (the only bar owned by the UK's guardians of heritage, the National Trust!). Let's face it, any city that renames an airport after a sporting hero like George Best is never going to be shy about its pride and enthusiasm.

For visitors, the city on the river Lagan is a treasure trove of the unexpected, by day and night. Over thirty public works of art have been commissioned since the mid '90s. Beautiful Edwardian and Victorian buildings on one hand, then a 7,000 seater ice hockey arena at the Odyssey! The Arts have always played centre stage, from the Grand Opera House and Lyric Theatre to the Waterfront Hall and a host of other performance venues. And of course Belfast has always been popular with shoppers, particularly with the recent addition of several top class retail developments. Small wonder that big little Belfast is one of Europe's most popular city destinations.

Things To See & Do
Odyssey Arena
A venue for live music bands, IMAX theatre, cinema, ice hockey games and a variety of restaurants and bars. Bus 600 or 100 (70p).

W5- WhoWhatWhereWhenWhy
Located at the Odyssey Arena. Bus 600 or 100 (70p). Interactive discovery centre - ideal for all the family.



Web: www.w5online.co.uk


An amazing place to visit for adults and children alike! W5 is Ireland's first purpose-built interactive discovery centre and is located at the Odyssey complex in the heart of Belfast. The centre has amazing interactive exhibits, which offer fantastic fun for all the family.

Opening Hours:

Spring/Summer
Mon-Saturday 10.00am-6.00pm.
Sunday 12.00pm-6.00pm. Last admission 5.00pm.

Autumn/Winter
Mon-Thurs 10.00am-5.00pm
Friday & Sat 10.00am-6.00pm
Sunday 12.00pm-6.00pm
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Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens
Botanic Gardens, Belfast. Citybus 69 (70p). Open daily, admission free. Historical museum and art gallery.13732
Belfast Castle
Off Antrim Road, 3.5 miles north of city centre. Citybus 45-51. Admission free, historical atmosphere and beautiful gardens.13733
Belfast City Hall
Short walk from Jurys Inn, admission free. Guided tours Monday to Saturday.13734
Belfast Zoo
Off Antrim Road, 3.5miles north of city centre. Citybus 45-51. Open daily April to September, 10am to 5pm; October to March, 10am to 2.30pm.13735
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
At Cultra, seven miles east of Belfast, near Hollywood. 13736
Dundonald Ice Bowl
111 Old Dundonald Road, five miles east of Belfast. Bus 21. Ice rink and bowling alley.13737
Sheridan Imax Cinema
Located at the Odyssey Arena. Bus 600 or 100 (70p). 3D cinema.13738
Queens University
University Road, Belfast. Citybus 70/71. Admission free. A self-guided tour leaflet is available.13739
Waterfront Hall
Lanyon Place, a 10-minute walk from the hotel. A venue for concerts and conferences.13882
Belfast City Marathon
The Belfast city marathon route takes participants the