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Christmas on the Maritime Mile

Enjoy an evening stroll along the waterfront to see the dazzling Christmas Lights, visit Santa and his Elves at The Magical Christmas Experience in Titanic Belfast, enjoy Elf Academy at W5 Belfast or experience festive flavours at some of Belfast's best places to eat. There’s plenty to enjoy along the Mile day and night!

Harbour Lights Walk

Take a walk along the Maritime Mile and see the Festive Waterfront lights as you explore.
Begin your journey at Belfast Harbour Office, pass AC Hotel Belfast and across the Lagan footbridge. Head to SoundYard, the Belfast Buoys, SS Nomadic, Titanic Belfast, down the Titanic Walkway, past the Great Light and finish at HMS Caroline and Thompson Dock. Head back on foot or catch the G2, running every 30 mins until 11:12pm

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The great Light red ( Xmas landing page

A Magical Christmas Experience at Titanic Belfast

Make memories at 'A Magical Christmas Experience.' Watch the excitement unfold as Father Christmas and his Elves count down to their favourite night of the year on a guided tour of Titanic Belfast's Magical Christmas Experience.
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Festive Family Fun at W5 this Christmas

W5 is decking their halls with yuletide cheer over the holidays and is bursting with festive fun for the whole family. From 'Santa's Elf Academy', 'With every Christmas Card' experience, Penguin Curling, indoor snowball fights and more!


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Christmas Festivities at The Dock Cafe


The Dock Café will be holding their Christmas Festivities. Join the event on Saturday 7th December. There's lots to enjoy from Carols by Candlelight, Abseiling Santa & Festive Treats on the day


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Festive Fayre at Titanic Belfast

The perfect opportunity to treat yourself, friends or family and pick up some last-minute stocking fillers!



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Eat, Meet & Greet with Santa

Titanic Hotel Belfast have a fun filled festive family experience where you will meet Santa Claus, receive a handpicked gift, and enjoy scrumptious seasonal cuisine at The Wolff Grill restaurant.
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Christmas Cocktail Masterclasses

Join Titanic Distillers for a festive cocktail masterclass where you'll learn to craft delicious holiday-inspired drinks using premium Irish spirits.


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Winter Walking or Cycling Tours

Explore the Maritime Mile with Winter Walking or Cycling tours with Hometown Tours. Explore Belfast at a relaxed pace along safe and scenic routes.




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Christmas at Templemore Baths

Enjoy some festive events at Templemore Baths with an Open Mic night at Templemore Baths on the 6th December from 7pm -9pm or come along to the Eastside Choir winter warmer sessions happening on the 12th December.

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Christmas at Seaton's of Sailortown

Enjoy Seaton’s of Sailortown this Christmas with traditional Irish music on Tueaday's and Sunday's and live music on Friday's and Saturdays. Its the perfect place to grab a drink or a bite to eat this Christmas with several cosy snugs and a wood burning stove.
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Sailortown Christmas Event

Sailortown will be hosting a Christmas event on Sunday 15th December in St Joseph's from 2-5pm. With festive choirs, wreath making, arts & crafts and a visit from Santa.
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Embark on a Maritime Adventure with the Blueway Trail this Christmas

Pick up a Map from AC Hotel, Titanic Hotel Belfast or the Dock Café and put your navigational skills to the test as you explore Belfast’s historic waterfront on the Maritime Mile Blueway Trail this Christmas. Keep an eye out for information panels along the way, then complete our online quiz for a chance to win free family passes to Titanic Belfast or W5!

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Festive Stays & Dining

AC Hotel Belfast

Enjoy a luxurious overnight stay at AC Hotel Belfast this Christmas from £169 BB per room. Terms and conditions apply.



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Festive Afternoon Tea at Titanic Belfast

Step back in time to a period of luxury, elegance and 5-star service with a special Titanic Festive Afternoon Tea on Sunday 8th December.

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Novelli at City Quays

Novelli’s featuring The Terrace has all your Christmas celebrations covered! They have a range of party options available from festive lunches and dinners to larger festive takeovers.
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Titanic Hotel Belfast

If you’re planning a festive family get together, or a sparkling soirée with colleagues, celebrating Yuletide with friends, or a staycation, Titanic Hotel Belfast is the perfect choice this festive season.
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More Festive Treats

Whether you want to celebrate the festive season, enjoy a working lunch or relax and have a lazy brunch, there’s plenty of choice along the Maritime Mile. Eat-in or take away and sit back, relax, and soak up the view… it’s really up to you!

Here's the top places to eat and drink along the Maritime Mile.


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