Moving to Belfast, Ireland with IntlMOVE
Moving to Belfast, Ireland with IntlMOVE UK will provide you with a rich and rewarding cultural experience. Belfast is the largest city and capital of Northern Ireland located on the eastern coast. The city has a population of more than 260,000 people in the city and more than 480,000 people in the Belfast urban area.
Jobs in Belfast
When moving to Belfast, Ireland and looking for a job, you will be interested to know the top industries in the city. Linen has historically been a large industry in Belfast, and the city is sometimes even dubbed as “Linenopolis.” Tobacco is another large industry in Belfast. Belfast is also well-known for its history with ship building. In fact, Harland and Wolff, who built the Titanic, is headquartered in Belfast. Not surprisingly, Belfast is also a major seaport.
Things to Do in Belfast
Once you arrive in Belfast, you will want to find ways to enjoy your free time. Belfast is a beautiful city filled with culture, history, outdoor activities and an active nightlife. No matter what your interests are, Belfast has plenty for you to do.
The hills surrounding Belfast provide beautiful scenery and a way to enjoy nature. View all of Belfast from the top of Cave Hill, which reaches 368 meters. When the sky is clear, you may even be able to view Scotland off in the distance. Another great outdoor place to visit is the Botanic Gardens.
Mingle with the locals at some of the best bars and restaurants in the area. Botanic Inn, also known as Bot, is a fun place to drink, dance and watch sports. Nick’s Warehouse is a wine bar and restaurant where you can enjoy loads of seafood while enjoying the company of friends. No matter what kind of food or atmosphere you are looking for, you will find a great local hangout in Belfast.
If you are a history or architecture buff, check out Belfast Castle, which was built in 1870. This beautiful building is located on the south-eastern side of Cave Hill.
Ulster Museum is also a great place to go. See and learn all about history, art and natural science. The best part is that it is free.
If you just want a fun day with the kids or friends, there are family-friendly places to visit, which include: Pirates Adventure Golf, Snakes ‘n’ Ladders Family Fun Center, Wigwam Roller Rink, Belfast Zoo and much more.
Public Transportation
If you are shipping your car to Ireland, IntlMOVE UK can help. If not, Belfast has a wonderful public transportation system to get you around the city with ease. Getting around town the old fashioned way, walking, will prove to be very rewarding. Many of the streets are cobbled and there are plenty of quaint alleyways and old quarters to explore. When moving to Belfast, you can always know that some sort of adventure awaits you.
Airports
The Belfast International Airport is the main airport in this area. Another airport available for personal planes and more localized travel is George Best Belfast City Airport.
When moving to Ireland, contact IntlMOVE UK to ship your household goods from the U.S. to the United Kingdome. IntlMOVE UK can provide you with a convenient and free online international shipping quote.
