Titanic Belfast is a large museum located on the banks of the River Lagan in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is dedicated to the history of shipbuilding in the city and its most famous product, the ocean liner RMS Titanic.
Most people are aware that Titanic glanced off an iceberg on 14 April 1912 and sank in the early hours of the next morning. 710 of the 2,214 passengers and crew were saved, while 1,514 perished in the disaster. It has remained well known in popular culture since.
Location and Tickets
The museum is situated on the site where Titanic was built by Harland & Wolff, in what is now called the Titanic Quarter of Belfast. You could walk it from the city or take a taxi to get there.
Titanic Belfast
The story inside begins with some history on Belfast and the fact it was a boomtown around the turn of the 19th and 20th century. The various industries are outlined and then it moves into shipbuilding and so on.
Of course, it doesn’t take long to get to the fateful voyage. On display are letters, menus, cabin recreations from all three classes, and many photos. Everything has explanatory notes and there is quite a bit of use of video and reenactments, which is all very high tech.
Towards the end is a large theatre where you can see the wreck, some bits on ocean exploration and the technology, the sister ships such as RMS Olympic and then you’re done. All in all, it’s a fascinating two to three hours.
There’s Also Nomadic
When the White Star liners called at Cherbourg, passengers and mail had to be taken from port to ship by tender. Nomadic was one of these, built to service Olympic, Titanic and Britannic and it has survived to this day.
Overall Thoughts
Titanic Belfast and Nomadic are world class tourist attractions, where it seems no expense has been spared. It is extremely well put together, covering all the history in an accessible and interesting way. It would be suitable for adults and children, with many of the displays being interactive, such as with deck plans or finding out about passengers.
This was my second visit here, but the first time I’ve been since Nomadic was restored. Being on the tender was interesting, knowing that some of the passengers from Titanic would have set eyes on the exact same things I was looking at. For example, the bar is original, a lot of the wood panelling is original from 1911 when it was built and so on.
I think this place is unmissable, so if you’re ever in the area, make sure you visit. Have you been to Titanic Belfast and Nomadic? What do you think of it? Do you know the story of Titanic? Thank you for reading and if you have any comments or questions, please leave them below.
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8-21-25
Getting into the underground parking area was the real experience. Here is what I emailed to Titanic Belfast when I returned home in Ohio.
3 Jul 2025, 11:32 BST
On June 9, 2025 I was trying to park my motorcycle in the underground parking garage at the Titanic Car Park. A sign said to press the help button for cyclist. I raised the flipup section of my helmet, expecting to talk to someone. Instead, the entry gate raised allowing entrance. I closed my helmet and started in. The gate came down hard and fast and almost knocked me off the bike. Then the gate went up again. I entered and stopped to look at the helmet. There was a chip knocked off of the brand new rented helmet. I was hoping the rental company would overlook the damage. After touring the Titanic facility I decided I better file an incident report. An employee went down to the bike/helmet with me to write a report and take a picture of the helmet. My pleading did no good when I returned the bike and helmet to RetroVentures & Adare Bike Hire in Adare, they charged me for a new helmet-200 Euro.
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Emma (Titanic Belfast)
3 Jul 2025, 14:48 BST
Hi Douglas,
Thank you for getting in touch regarding your visit to Titanic Belfast.
I will refer your comments to a manager and will be in touch soon.
All the best,
Customer Support
Titanic Belfast
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On 7/4/2025 3:31 AM, Titanic Belfast wrote:
Your request (96973) has been updated. To add additional comments, please just reply to this email.
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Emma (Titanic Belfast)
4 Jul 2025, 08:31 BST
Hi Douglas,
Can you provide us with a contact number and receipt for the payment you made to the rental company?
Thanks,
Customer Support
Titanic Belfast
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I sent the receipt from the below information. It had all the rental company info on it.
Invoice No: Dl030725
Name Mr Doug XXXX Date: 13-Jun-25
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August 10, 2025 I sent the following:
It’s been over 5 weeks and I haven’t had any responses from Titanic Belfast.
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Your request (96973) has been updated. To add additional comments, please just reply to this email.
Emma (Titanic Belfast)
12 Aug 2025, 08:09 BST
Hi Douglas,
Thank you for getting in touch.
I’m sorry to hear no one has been in contact, I will chase this for you today.
Best wishes,
Customer Support
Titanic Belfast
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To info@tblinternational.com 8/17/2025, 9:43 PM
Again nobody is contacting me. I must assume the only way for me to resolve this is with an attorney. This will be my last attempt through email.
Douglas XXXX
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I find it humorous that they call themselves “Customer Support”
And about the museum tour. There are pictures of many things. I didn’t have any good feeling about going through the building. I could look at smaller pictures online. But when you are there, you just have to go through. Hopefully without the gate coming down on your head.
Looks far more interesting than the 1997 movie. Places like that always give me a weird sense of de ja vu for some reason. Seems a tad pricey but well worth it for the historical experience, if you’re into that.
It’s not really very pricey, as £20-£30 is pretty much the standard price for any UK museum type places that require entry, at least from what I’ve seen. When you’re inside you can see it’s worth it, as they’ve really done a remarkable job.