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Belfast / 8 photo spots

8 Instagram spots around Belfast

Belfast brings together civic architecture, maritime landmarks and gardens. These eight ideas include central streets and the hills north of the city.

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Belfast City Hall

The civic building stands in Donegall Square, with gardens in front of it. Use the lawn as foreground and compare a centred façade with an angled view.

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Titanic Belfast

The Titanic Belfast visitor attraction stands in the city’s former shipbuilding quarter. Step back to include its angular exterior, or isolate one section of the façade.

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The Big Fish

The Big Fish is a blue ceramic sculpture whose tiles depict scenes from Belfast’s history. Photograph its outline first, then move closer for the individual tiles.

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Palm House at Botanic Gardens

Belfast’s Botanic Gardens contain the Palm House, a curved iron-and-glass greenhouse. Look for the rhythm of its glazing in a close view as well as the full structure.

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St George’s Market

St George’s Market is a historic market in the city centre. Look for repeating details in the building, and check market days before planning an interior visit.

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Commercial Court

Commercial Court is a narrow lane in the Cathedral Quarter. Use the lane to lead the eye through the scene, and leave room for people to pass.

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Belfast Castle

Belfast Castle sits within the Cave Hill estate north of the centre. Compose its exterior with some of the grounds rather than cropping tightly around the building.

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Cave Hill Country Park

The hillside park has viewpoints across Belfast. Choose a viewpoint that includes the city below, and check the current route and weather before setting out.

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