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Belfast, Northern Ireland

Belfast lies snuggled into the rugged coast of Northern Ireland where the River Lagan flows to the sea. This Northern Ireland capital saw its earliest settlement in the early Middle Ages. At that time, a substantial stone fortress punctuated the horizon. Today, world travelers are eager to view her physical beauty and discover her renewed tranquility. Residents enjoy performances at the Grand Opera House, shop at trendy stores, and visit pubs lining The Golden Mile.

  • Date
    Sep 22
  • Arrive
    8:00 AM
  • Depart
    6:00 PM

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    As shore excursions to be offered in this port are not yet confirmed, below is a list of those previously offered. We make every effort to have excursions finalized at least 210 days prior to sailing, and often earlier. Please check back regularly.
      • 3.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-001
      • Take a fascinating coach excursion through Belfast and be introduced to its most historic sights.
      • See and photograph domed City Hall, the length of a football field and the height of elegance.
      • Walk the university quad, see a Victorian botanic garden, and visit wall murals painted with equal passion by Protestant Loyalists and Catholic Republicans.
      • Travel outside town to see the Parliament Building, where the Northern Ireland Assembly meets.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-002
      • Enjoy a magical coastal drive through the Ards Peninsula, near Belfast yet unexpectedly rural.
      • See Stormont Castle enroute, seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly and symbol of newfound accord.
      • Wander the evocative ruins of a 12th-century abbey on the grounds of a Georgian manor house.
      • Pass through picturesque villages, stopping in one for Irish Coffee and incomparable Irish Sea views.
      • 3.25 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-003
      • Admire Belfast’s architectural treasures on a panoramic driving tour through downtown.
      • Pause at city hall for photos of a memorial to the Titanic, which was built in Belfast.
      • Explore interactive exhibits that detail the building and launch of the Titanic.
      • See murals with political messages on the walls separating Protestant and Catholic areas.
      • 3.25 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-004
      • With your guide, walk the same evening streets of Belfast that locals have walked for centuries.
      • Savor two “drinks of choice” at each of two pubs selected for their authentic period character.
      • Opt for perfectly pulled pint of local ale.
      • Experience a bit of the simple enjoyment of life known to the Irish as craic, sought with gusto.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-005
      • Enjoy a pleasant hour’s drive across the Northern Ireland countryside to a spectacular country estate.
      • Take a guided inside tour of a home that’s been in the same family for two centuries, and hosted Irish notables for far longer.
      • See history come alive through collections of intimate family memorabilia.
      • Explore the expansive gardens, wandering a landscape that’s been nominated a World Heritage site.
      • 6.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-008
      • Explore the Giant’s Causeway, a geological wonder worthy of World Heritage site status.
      • Hear legends of the causeway’s formation and view exhibits that explain the geology.
      • Snap photos of Dunluce Castle, the seat of the MacDonnell clan
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-009
      • Gain a vivid understanding of the RMS Titanic in the city where she was built.
      • Explore the Titanic Quarter and see the massive cranes, drafting rooms and pumps – even walk the very slipway that once held the Titanic.
      • Tour Titanic Belfast, a signature building whose shape suggests a great ocean liner’s hull.
      • Dive deeper into history through advanced interactive exhibits that bring you directly into the story.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-010
      • Take in the lovely scenery of the Antrim Coast on the way to Glenarm Castle.
      • Enjoy an exclusive tour of the castle, which has been in the same family for 400 years.
      • Stroll through the castle’s spectacular walled garden on your own.
      • 3.75 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-011
      • Enjoy an overview of Belfast on a panoramic driving tour through town.
      • Hear live performances of traditional Irish music in two neighborhood pubs.
      • Linger over a local Irish beer or Irish coffee during the performances.
      • 7.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-012
      • Follow a circuitous immensely scenic route across the naturally beautiful Ards Peninsula.
      • Pause for photos of the ruins of Grey Abbey, a Cistercian abbey founded in 1193.
      • Browse the lovely interior of the Montalto Estate before settling in for afternoon tea.
      • Sit back and enjoy a panoramic, wonderfully enlightening driving tour through Belfast.
      • 4.25 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-013
      • Admire Belfast’s architectural treasures on a panoramic driving tour through downtown.
      • Pause for photos of a memorial to the Titanic, which was constructed in Belfast.
      • Hear a private choral concert in St. Anne’s Cathedral, an icon in the city.
      • 9.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-023
      • Settle in for a panoramic drive through Dublin and view many of its must-see landmarks.
      • Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral and see the tomb of Jonathan Swift, author of “Gulliver’s Travels.”
      • Spend hours exploring Dublin independently and wander about at your own pace.
      • 9.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-024
      • Browse the exceptionally engaging and interactive displays at the EPIC Emigration Museum.
      • Discover the history of Ireland through stories of the emigrants that left their marks on the world.
      • Watch a chef prepare potato pancakes known as boxty and sample some with craft beers.
      • 9.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-025
      • Tour an extraordinary castle and gardens on property that the Talbot family owned for 800 year
      • Browse the castle’s elegant interior, which is decorated with period furnishings and paintings.
      • Meander through the castle’s meticulously maintained gardens.
      • Dine in Abbey Tavern, a historical setting with cut-stone walls and flagstone floors.
      • 9.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-026
      • Spend hours exploring Dublin independently and at your own pace.
      • Maximize your time by focusing on the attractions most suited to your interests.
      • Explore landmarks such as Dublin Castle and lesser-known attractions, if you wish.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-027
      • Enjoy a panoramic drive through Belfast, passing some of its most iconic landmarks.
      • See 19th-century treasures such as city hall, the Grand Opera House and Queen’s University.
      • Browse Titanic Belfast, whose exhibitions tell the tragic story of the famed cruise ship.
      • 6.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-028
      • Discover little-known facts about Belfast landmarks that will add unique insights.
      • Discover the historic grounds of city hall, whose memorial gardens honor victims of the Titanic.
      • See the Peace Walls that depict the past conflict between the Catholics and Protestants that has now resulted in the famous historic peace accord the ‘Good Friday Agreement.’
      • Watch an entertaining Irish dance performance while dining on a traditional Irish taste at an unique cultural center.
      • 6.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-029
      • See picturesque locations such us Carnlough, Dark Hedges, Cushendun Caves, and Dunluce Castle where scenes from “Game of Thrones” were shot.
      • Hear stories about the film production that make the settings even more captivating.
      • Learn some of the real-life events that made these sites famous long before “GOT.”
      • 8.5 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-090
      • Coaching session from Annika Sorenstam.
      • Play one of the most iconic courses on the island of Ireland.
      • Take in the breath-taking scenery of Northern Ireland during the round.
      • 6.5 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-091
      • Play the oldest course in Ireland.
      • Enjoy beautiful parkland scenery on outskirts of Belfast.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-002SG
      • Enjoy a magical coastal drive through the Ards Peninsula, near Belfast yet unexpectedly rural.
      • See Stormont Castle enroute, seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly and symbol of newfound accord.
      • Wander the evocative ruins of a 12th-century abbey on the grounds of a Georgian manor house.
      • Pass through picturesque villages, stopping in one for Irish Coffee and incomparable Irish Sea views.
      • 3.25 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-003SG
      • Tour with no more than 16 guests, allowing for a more intimate and personal experience.
      • Admire Belfast’s architectural treasures on a panoramic driving tour through downtown.
      • Pause at city hall for photos of a memorial to the Titanic, which was built in Belfast.
      • Explore interactive exhibits that detail the building and launch of the Titanic.
      • See murals with political messages on the walls separating Protestant and Catholic areas.
      • 2.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-004SG
      • With your guide, walk the same evening streets of Belfast that locals have walked for centuries.
      • Savor two “drinks of choice” at each of two pubs selected for their authentic period character.
      • Opt for perfectly pulled pint of local ale, or a soothing hot whisky – or both.
      • Experience a bit of the simple enjoyment of life known to the Irish as craic, sought with gusto.
      • 4.5 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        BFS-2GT
      • Chef-Led tours are never more than 18 guests and always led by the chef instructor onboard.
      • Forage for coastal ingredients used in local dishes with a self-taught local celebrity chef.
      • Dine on locally sourced mussels and oysters and a bowl of the chef’s seafood chowder.
      • Be awed by the coastal setting in the shadow of the majestic Mourne Mountains.
      • Pause to snap photos of the ruins of 13th-century Dundrum Castle.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-BB1
      • Behold two ultramodern buildings with an architectural historian that will offer an insider’s view.
      • Discover what was unearthed during the construction of Belfast’s largest shopping center.
      • Be awed by the maritime-influenced design of Titanic Belfast and browse the exhibits inside.
      • 3.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-GG1
      • Walk through wetlands that have been hailed for their restoration and sustainable design .
      • Follow a naturalist that will describe the extraordinary flora and fauna .
      • Watch countless species of birds, which are drawn to the wetlands’ diverse habitats .
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-GL2
      • Follow a local foodie around Belfast and sample a variety of classic dishes.
      • Stop in the markets, restaurants and cafés that the locals frequent.
      • Expect to taste favorites such as Belfast bap, colcannon and boxty, a potato pancake.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-AC1
      • See one landmark after another while driving through Northern Ireland’s capital.
      • View icons such as the peace walls, Parliament and Saint Anne’s Cathedral.
      • Browse the enlightening displays within the Titanic Belfast exhibition.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-AC2
      • See one landmark after another while driving through Northern Ireland’s capital.
      • View icons such as the peace walls, Parliament and Saint Anne’s Cathedral.
      • Browse the enlightening displays within the Titanic Belfast exhibition.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-C04
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-C08
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 4.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        BFS-CM1
      • Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions in Belfast.
      • Follow tips from your selfie expert guide to ensure the very best pictures.
      • Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings.
      • See architectural treasures such as Anne’s Cathedral and Albert Memorial Clock.
      • Enjoy the serenity of the Botanic Gardens and free time around the SS Normadic.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-M04
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-M04A
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-M08
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-M08A
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 0.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-STT

      To ensure that your shoreside experiences are as convenient and enjoyable as possible, we are delighted to offer a complimentary shuttle between your ship and the city center in every port where the ship is not docked within walking distance of the city center. This service runs continuously, aligning perfectly with your ship’s in-port schedule. Best of all, there’s no need to reserve your seat in advance. Simply make your way to the designated stop to board your shuttle, and you’ll be whisked away to the heart of the city. Additional information and schedules can be obtained by visiting the onboard Destination Services Desk during your voyage.

      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        BFS-V04
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        BFS-V08
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.