Family Friendly Belfast Bus Tour: Top 5 Stops

Bus tours are great for families—no walking complaints! But you need to know where to hop off to keep the little ones entertained. Here is our parent-approved guide.

1. W5 (Odyssey Complex)

Stop: Titanic Quarter This is an award-winning science and discovery center.

• Why kids love it: Giant climbing structures, water play areas, and hands-on science experiments. You can easily spend 3 hours here.

2. Ulster Museum & Botanic Gardens

Stop: Queen's University

• Why kids love it: Dinosaurs! The Takabuti mummy is also a hit (and a bit spooky). Afterwards, run around in the Botanic Gardens or chase squirrels.

3. HMS Caroline

Stop: Titanic Quarter

• Why kids love it: It feels like a pirate ship (well, a navy ship) adventure. There's a playground right next to it too!

4. Lost City Adventure Golf

Stop: Yorkgate / Cityside Some routes pass the Cityside Retail Park. Here you'll find indoor jungle-themed mini-golf.

5. Top Deck "I Spy"

The bus ride itself is an attraction.

• Game: Count the murals.
• Game: Spot the "Samson and Goliath" cranes (the yellow giants).

Tip: Bring snacks. While the bus passes many cafes, hungry meltdowns can happen between stops!