Places to Stay before or after Your Trip
Belfast International Airport is a busy, rapidly developing business that makes Northern Ireland more very accessible. It is a gateway for tourism being located 11.5 miles (21.3 km) northwest of the city.
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Cheap Hotels near Belfast International Airport
The city is easily accessible as it is located on a motorway network with taxis and shuttles being readily available at the terminal. Sometimes referred to as Aldergrove, this international airfield was once a Royal Air Force base. It is now a Joint Helicopter Command Flying Station which uses Aldergrove runways which are owned by the airport.
This busy, Northern Ireland international airport operates 24 hours a day every day of the year. There are full facilities, comfortable lounges, cafes, and bars. There are parking and bike storage spaces, local bus transfers, shuttles, taxis and car hire facilities. Plenty of hotel or b&b accommodations can be found within close distance. Some provide a free shuttle bus service, car parking, free breakfast and family rooms.
There are cheap hotels throughout the city making it an ideal location for a weekend away or a family holiday. Most accommodation has parking offering opportunities for leaving the rental car and exploring on foot. B&B’s are a good time-away option as having a comfortable bed and breakfast is all that is needed when days will be spent discovering the neighbourhood.
Popular is also staying for the night in a Belfast serviced apartment to rent.
The City of Belfast – a historical place with a rich array of architecture
Belfast an historical city with a rich array of architecture. Stroll to famous landmarks and take guided tours around the distinctive buildings that makes it a must-see city. The City Hall, in the heart of the city is a beautiful, neoclassical building. It serves as the city’s government seat.
There are linen mills, gasworks and terrace houses all telling the story of Belfast. Many buildings are recently restored such as the award winning St George’s Market which was built between 1890 and 1896. This is a perfect spot for buying local produce, crafts and singing along with local musicians.
The city is a perfect place to visit with the family. Find cheap hotels or other accommodation options online and enjoy the many activities available for all. Stay with local families in b&b’s then take-off on walking, taxi and bus tours. Try cultural excursions, visit scientific museums and visit libraries. Explore the hills that surround the city, easily reached, they provide distant views. Special lookout points are at Cave Hill and Belfast Castle.
Stroll river valley paths and woodlands. An exciting and healthy way to see the city is to take a bike tour. Local guides, who know the city’s nooks and crannies will lead cyclists to historic sites and best photo/view spots. The well-maintained bikes are guaranteed comfortable. Meet locals and other travelers on bike tours and have fun sharing the experience.
The city has also amazing shopping, fun nightclubs, artists, musicians and restaurants serving a wide variety of international cuisine. It’s also home to the largest indoor arena in Northern Ireland ; The Odyssey Arena.
Airfield in Aldergrove Northern Ireland
Name : Belfast International Airport
It’s the busiest airport in Northern Ireland and still referred to as Aldergrove Airport, after the nearby village of Aldergrove, which is located immediately to the west.
Location : the terminal is situated near the village of Aldergrove, about 13 miles or 21 km northwest of Belfast city centre in Northern Ireland.
Address : Belfast BT29 4AB, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
IATA Code : BFS
Main Airlines : easyJet, Thomas Cook Airlines, Jet2.com and Thomson Airways.
Terminals : one passenger terminal.
Postcode District : BT29 4AB
Region : County Antrim
Country : Northern Ireland
Tel. : +44 28 9448 4848
Train Transport
The airport is linked to nearby Antrim railway station by a bus link called the Antrim Airlink (109 A).
Bus Transport
A 24 hour number 300 express bus service to the airport is operated by Translink from the Europa Buscentre, in the centre of Belfast.
By Car
Aldergrove airport can be reached, by car, from Belfast via the M2 motorway.
Nearest Hotels : in the villages and towns of Aldergrove, Crumlin, Antrim, Dunadry, Templepatrick and Stonyford.
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What to do and see nearby
Antrim Castle Gardens (Randalstown Road, Antrim BT41 4LH, Northern Ireland): the grounds are beautiful, wonderful place to walk. There is ample parking space for cars and there is no charge for entering the gardens.
Patterson’s Spade Mill (Templepatrick BT39 0AP, Northern Ireland): National Trust property. Learn about the history of the humble spade. It’s a very interesting place to visit as it’s the last surviving water powered spade mill in Ireland.
Nutts Corner Circuit (11 Dundrod Road, Crumlin BT29 4SR, Northern Ireland): karting and motor sport circuit. It is the largerst karting destination in Northern Ireland.
World of Owls (32 Mount Shalgus Lane, Randalstown Forest, Randalstown BT41 3LE, Northern Ireland): visit the wonderful owl sanctuarysee. See owls, falcons, geese and buzzards. Great day out for all ages.