1. Belfast is a great city to explore on a bike, with more cycle lanes being introduced and numerous parks to explore, such as Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park just off the Lagan towpath. Hiring a bike for a full day isn't too expensive, with a number of rental outfits found throughout the city.

2. Belfast is great for a lot of things, but along with the rest of Ireland, weather is not usually one of them. So when summery conditions do arrive, the good folk of Belfast seize every opportunity. The City Hall grounds offer perfect surroundings to lay back and enjoy the carnival atmosphere that permeates the city when the sun has his hat on.

3. Hop on any Antrim road bus from the City Hall to visit Belfast Castle. The castle is set in spectacular grounds, 400 metres above sea level, with great views overlooking Belfast Lough. The visitor centre on the 2nd floor is free to all and it details the history of the castle and the surrounding area. Open Monday to Saturday 9am-10pm and Sunday 9am to 6pm.

4. A short walk from the city centre, you can visit the political murals of the Nationalist Fall's Road and the Loyalist Shankill Road. The murals hark back to an era when Belfast was more known for its violence and political upheaval than anything else. Some of the more hard line murals have been repainted to commemorate the shared history of the island such as the Great Irish Famine.

5. Known locally as 'Crazy Tuesdays', all tickets are slashed by half the price to £2.50. A number of movie theatres across the city are involved, and these show a great selection of films including the top new releases.