Check out Belfast's Golden Mile Walking Trail
The latest FREE attraction to hit the city 👇
Last updated 21st Jun 2021
The Golden Mile Walking Trail stretches from City Hall to Ulster Museum, with 20 different attractions pin-pointed along the way from statues and space to museums and galleries.
Linen Quarter BID has launched a new free activity to draw more footfall in to the city and support local attractions and businesses as a result.
The trail points out some of the city’s characterful and historic architecture, hero attractions and vibrant hospitality hotspots.
Sights and attractions include art galleries, museums and entertainment venues such the Naughton and Carey Galleries, Grand Opera House, Empire Music Hall and Queen's Film Theatre.
Over 70 cafés, bars, restaurants and hotels are detailed on the Golden Mile map, making it easy to pitstop for a coffee, cocktail or delicious local cuisine.
The attraction reflects the city’s new emphasis on sustainability and authentic local experiences. As well as encouraging zero carbon travel, the trail connects three sets of public gardens and green lawns at City Hall, Crescent Park, and Botanic.
Chief Executive of National Museums NI and Chair of Visit Belfast, Kathryn Thomson, said:
"The Golden Mile Walking Trail is a great addition to our city’s activity programme, as we continue to promote Belfast as a tourist destination. With many people choosing to stay at home this summer, providing affordable and enjoyable experiences for locals is an important part of supporting the city’s recovery."
Chris McCracken, Managing Director of LQ BID commented:
"This summer we’ll also be introducing significant transformations to shared public spaces across the Linen Quarter in partnership with Belfast City Council, Department for Infrastructure and Department for Communities."
"Initiatives include a vibrant hospitality hub at Brunswick Street and Blackstaff Square, two new parklets at Linenhall Street, additional outdoor space at Bedford Street, as well as new planting and overhead lighting. Our aim is to re-imagine the Linen Quarter as the most social and sustainable district in Northern Ireland, and a great place to work, stay, visit or invest."
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