Bedford Street runs from the rear of Belfast
City Hall, adjacent to the side of
Donegall Square West.
Today, the street acts as a main thoroughfare leading towards the start of The Golden Mile via Dublin Road,
while at the other end, it serves as a gateway to the heart of Belfast city centre.
The world-famous Ulster Hall sits halfway along Bedford Street, surrounded by an array of restaurants and bars.
It's also home to the tallest hotel in Belfast – the
Grand Central
Did you know?
Historically, Bedford Street marks the beginning of Belfast’s old Linen Quarter, once nicknamed ‘Linenopolis’ due to the city's global reputation for linen production.
Today, its industrial past is still very much visible. The original offices of the Ewart family, who helped modernise the linen industry, remain standing.
Many linen warehouses once clustered along Bedford Street during this era, when Belfast rose to global prominence and its population boomed.
Explore & Discover
See the very best of Belfast with ease on our Hop on Hop off Belfast tour. With 19 stops across the city, it’s the most convenient way to explore top attractions and must-see things to do in Belfast.
- Bedford Street Information -
- Harlem Belfast - Wild Tasty
- Pug Uglys - Gastro Bar
- Nandos - Hot Sauces
- Easy Hotel - 4 Minute Walk
- The Flint - 4 Minute Walk
- Grand Central - 1 Minute Walk
- Student Roost - 7 Minute Walk
- Walking? Open Google Maps
- Belfast Hop on Hop off Tour
- Travelling via Public Transport?
- Taxi cabs like Uber
- The NCP carpark is 5 minutes away
- On street parking is available in nearby side streets - it can hard to get a spot at peak times.
