Belfast, United Kingdom

Cruise Port

Belfast

Capital and largest city in Northern Ireland.

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Overview

Belfast is a cruise port in United Kingdom. It lies on the coast at approximately 54.597, -5.93.

About Belfast

Belfast is the capital, largest city and main port of Northern Ireland. It stands on the banks of the river Lagan, and is connected to the open sea through Belfast Lough and the North Channel. The city is the most populous in Northern Ireland and the second-largest, after Dublin, on the island of Ireland, with a recorded population in 2021 of 345,418 and of 704,406 for the greater metropolitan area.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Belfast — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Belfast

Belfast Skyline City Quays
Belfast Skyline City Quays
StormontGeneral
StormontGeneral
Belfast City Hall
Belfast City Hall
Belfast Castle, August
Belfast Castle, August

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 19°C in Jul and coolest around 7°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
7°
3°
Feb
9°
4°
Mar
10°
4°
Apr
11°
4°
May
14°
7°
Jun
18°
11°
Jul
19°
12°
Aug
19°
12°
Sep
17°
11°
Oct
14°
9°
Nov
10°
5°
Dec
8°
4°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Belfast the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Belfast, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →