Shopping in Belfast … Your Full Guide 2023
Smithfield Market
At the small and unusual Smithfield Market on Winetavern Street, around 30 distinct sellers sell anything from antiques and collectibles to doughnuts and souvenirs.
Smithfield Market sells everything from Filipino groceries and products at Manila to comic books and coffee at Coffees and Heroes to boxing equipment at Boxing Equipment. The market offers a wide range of one-of-a-kind goods and services, such as phone repairs and tailoring.
Opening Hours: Daily from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
CastleCourt
CastleCourt is a family-friendly shopping center that offers all of the staples of British shopping. There’s lots to look at here, from Argos and Debenhams to Costa and Shakeaway.
The retail center has a dedicated bus stop, but it is also popular with families who arrive by vehicle, and it has a large parking lot with about 1,500 spaces. In addition to shopping, CastleCourt hosts seasonal events throughout the year, such as their Winter Wonderland grotto during the Christmas season or their Easter celebrations, which include egg decorating and family activities.
Opening Hours: Monday–Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm, Sundays from 1 pm to 6 pm
Abbey Centre
The Abbey Centre has approximately 70 businesses, making it easy to find what you’re looking for. The Abbey Centre is an ideal location for shopping for clothing and accessories, eating, and relaxing.
There are various retail outlets in the region, including drugstores such as Superdrug, a toy store named Toy Town, and trendy boutiques such as Next and Primark. Take a break from shopping by visiting Nando’s or another of the food court’s fast food eateries.
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday from 9 am to 9 pm (shortened hours on weekends)
