In such a rich cultural city, there are plenty of different art forms to see and learn about, from art exhibitions and galleries to workshops and performing arts.
There is something for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re new to discovering the industry or are a self-declared art-aficionado.
Our ultimate guide to art in Belfast covers great places to visit in every corner of the capital, for both artists and art-lovers alike.
Additional reporting by Maisie Laughton
13. Engine Room Gallery - 59 North Street
Engine Room Gallery showcases art from both local and international artists in their North Street premises. It has events throughout the year, such as Walking With Colour by Patrick Conyngham, Silence and Movement by Elham Hemmat and Art for Life in support of Ukraine. For more information go to facebook.com/TheEngineRoomGallery Photo: Engine Room Gallery via Facebook
14. Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios - 3-5 Commercial Court
Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios is a progressive and ethical architectural practice and design with empathy, science and art. They have won 60 RIA Awards and also won the RIBA Stirling Prize for Accordia with four offices across the UK. For more information go to fcbstudios.com Photo: Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios via Facebook
15. Flax Project Space and Emerging Artists Studios - 31-33 Bedford Stree
Flax Project Space promote emerging and established contemporary visual artists from Belfast and beyond through studio provision. It provides studio spaces with 24-hour access for over 50 contemporary artists along with workshop facilities including wood, plaster, casting, digital fabrication and more. For more information go to flaxartstudios.org Photo: Flax Arts Studios via Facebook
16. Golden Thread Gallery - 84-94 Great Patrick Street
Golden Thread Gallery is located on Great Patrick Street and is open from Tuesday to Friday 11am-5pm and on Saturdays from 11am-4pm. It hosts art workshops as well as exhibitions and art related awards in their north Belfast gallery space. For more information go to goldenthreadgallery.co.uk Photo: Golden Thread Gallery via Facebook