Whether you're exploring the city with your pup or enjoying local walks, Belfast warmly welcomes canine companions. Here's your insider's guide to dog-friendly walks, eateries, pubs, hotels, and vet clinics carefully curated for paw-sitive adventures.

Dog Walking Destinations

• Ormeau Park: Belfast's oldest municipal park, offering eco trails, woodland, sports facilities, and open spaces perfect for dogs on a lead. A scenic, Green Flag–winning spot just minutes from the city centre. 
• Victoria Park: With lakeside trails and abundant waterfowl, this 24-hour park is ideal for a peaceful stroll with your dog. 
• Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park: Nearly 130 acres of rose gardens, woodland, and riverside walks—there's even a coffee shop on-site for a pup-friendly pause. 
• Belvoir Park Forest: A unique, expansive urban woodland home to veteran trees, wildlife, and peaceful trails. Ideal for nature-filled outings. 
• Stormont Estate: A 2.5-mile loop with surfaced and unsurfaced paths, enclosed dog park, picnic areas, and beautiful grounds near the Parliament Buildings. 

Dog-Friendly Cafés & Coffee Spots

Established Coffee, Bodega Bagels, Daisies, Trait Coffee, Hero Subs—all welcome pups inside and offer water bowls and tasty treats. 

Lamppost Café has a dedicated dog menu. 

Pubs & Eateries That Say "Wag More"

• The Reporter on Union Street features indoor and covered outdoor seating and even gives pups a free treat on Sundays. 
• The Dirty Onion boasts one of the largest beer gardens, homemade doggie treats, and seasonal pooch socials. 
• Bullhouse East, The Crafty Vintner, Pug Uglys, and The Spaniard are other top dog-loving pubs in the city centre. 

Dog-Welcoming Hotels

While many hotels don't explicitly advertise pet policies, the city centre hotels listed below are stylish and ideally located for pet-friendly adventures:

Titanic Hotel, Merchant Hotel, Malmaison, Bullitt, Grand Central Hotel, Fitzwilliam Hotel, Clayton Hotel, The Harrison, Culloden Estate, Ten Square, The Flint, Rayanne House, and House Belfast. The Times Remember to contact them directly to confirm their pet policy before booking.

Veterinary Clinics 

Cornerstone Veterinary Clinic: Offers both primary and urgent care for dogs with a welcoming, caring approach. 

Forestside Veterinary Clinic: Known for personalised care, surgical services, and transparent pricing in a boutique setting. 

Belfast Veterinary Care (a referral centre with advanced surgical services), Cedar Grove Vets (RCVS-accredited), Gortlands Vets, and Flynn Vets (with emergency service) are all excellent choices. 

Final Thoughts

Belfast brims with green spaces, cafes, and pubs that genuinely welcome dogs, making it easy to explore the city with your four-legged friend. Whether you're strolling through rose gardens, sipping coffee with your pup under the table, or checking into a luxurious hotel, there's something for both you and your best mate.