The best way to travel around the city is by public transport using a visitor pass (see last paragraph), alternatively, there are plenty of taxi's during the day and night, some will have fixed charges while others work on a meter, in rush hour the latter can cost more. If your travelling by car it is worth knowing that at times it can become extremely congested (3rd most congested city in the UK), avoid morning and evening rush hours as they can get bad, there are also new speed restrictions around the city centre. Public transport moves quicker along special bus lanes, there are also sightseeing tours and guided walks, these operate from Great Victoria Street, Royal Avenue and High Street. They are private operators so shop around or check-in for advice with the Belfast Welcome Centre.

Walking around the city is a pleasant experience, the fabulous architecture attracts interest and reflects the grandeur and affluence that built the city, locations like Cathedral Quarter with its network of small streets and venues make exploring intriguing and satisfying. Most main attractions are easy to walk to from the centre or are a short bus ride. A scheduled service bus will take you to the access points for the Black Mountain or Cave Hill both having spectacular views over the city and awesome walks. Buses run from City Hall to the SSE Arena and Titanic Quarter or you can easily walk there via the Lagan Footbridge which is another enjoyable experience, along the way signage and information panels document the history and heritage.

If you like exploring 'off the beaten track' then you will come across the characteristic murals and neighbourhood markings of our two traditions, one  in red, white and blue, the other in green, white and orange. In places these and the peace line form part of a guided tour.  If you are doing these on your own initiative which is possible, I would recommend a neutral approach  to clothing, in terms of the national identities of Britain, Ulster and Ireland. Avoid football/ hurling tops as these can sometimes prove problematic if you are unfortunate enough to meet an idiot who does not like your colours  -  like most cities we have a few of these.

Belfast is a welcoming city with an amazing amount of things to do and see, the main retail areas of Royal Avenue, Cornmarket and the Victoria Centre are all pedestrianised which adds to the pleasure of walking and the city has everything you could want in the form of entertainment, restaurants and nightlife. Translink has a Belfast Visitor Pass for public transport, this will get you to the main attractions including the Folk and Transport Museum at Cultra, it is also valid for journeys to and from the City Airport (Express 600) but not the International Airport. The cost is one day (£6), two days (£10) and three days (£11.50) which is exceptionally good value and means you can fly into the City Airport and catch the Express 600 into the city centre with a pre-paid pass for your desired stay. As part of the pass you get a discount on entrances to some of the attractions too. For more information follow this link: Belfast Visitor Pass