Parliament Buildings, Stormont, Belfast

That's our last tour of the week underway in Parliament Buildings. This week, over 650 visitors have joined onto our free guided tours.
Would you like to join us next week? Our tours will run Monday through Friday, on the hour from 11am until 3pm and are a walk-in service.

This evening's #Repost is a fabulous photograph by @irish_cu_chulainn ・・・ If you are visiting the @stormontestate Why not join us for a free guided tour to see inside one of the most iconic buildings the region has? Free guided tours are available; details are on our website at parliamentbuildings.org ・・・... #Stormont #StormontEstate #ExploreStormont #PhotoOfTheDay #Follow #InstaGood #InstaLike #IGDaily ・・・ #VisitBelfast #TourismNI #DiscoverNorthernIreland #DiscoverNI #Belfast #ExploreBelfast #InstaIreland #LoveBelfast #TourismIreland #BestOfBelfast ・・・ #Tours #InstaTravel #InstaPassport #Visiting #AdventureSeeker #TravelMore #WonderfulPlaces #RoamThePlanet #TravelBlogger #EarthEscope
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Free guided tours are available this week, Monday through Friday, at 11am, 1pm and 3pm
There is no need to pre-book
More information is at www.parliamentbuildings.com/tours

This afternoon's featured #Repost is from @momentinmono - thank you for using our featuring hashtag #ParliamentBuildings ・・・ Would you like to join us for a free guided tour? We have multiple tours available, with no need to pre-book. Join us in our beautiful Great Hall to begin. Details of our tours are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org/tours ・・・ #Stormont #StormontEstate #ExploreStormont #PhotoOfTheDay #Follow #InstaGood #InstaLike #IGDaily... ・・・ #VisitBelfast #TourismNI #DiscoverNorthernIreland #DiscoverNI #Belfast #ExploreBelfast #InstaIreland #LoveBelfast #TourismIreland #BestOfBelfast ・・・ #Tours #InstaTravel #InstaPassport #Visiting #AdventureSeeker #TravelMore #WonderfulPlaces #RoamThePlanet #TravelBlogger #EarthEscope
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Free guided tours are available this week: Monday 9th July - 12noon & 2pm Tuesday 10th July - 12noon & 2pm Wednesday 11th July - 12noon & 2pm
... More information is at parliamentbuildings.org
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On Saturday evening, Parliament Buildings' Great Hall hosted a charity fundraising event. Here is a short clip of one of the many performers from the evening. ・・・ If you would like to host an event within Parliament Buildings, please contact out Events Team on 028 9052 0381, or email them at events@parliamentbuildings.org ・・・ #ParliamentBuildings #Stormont #StormontEstate #VideoOfTheDay #Follow #InstaGood #InstaLike #IGDaily... ・・・ #Charity #Fundraiser #Event #UniqueVenue #InstaEvents #
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This evening's featured #Repost is from @lastmonkey81 - thank you for using our featuring hashtag #ParliamentBuildings ・・・ Why not join us for a free guided tour to see more of the building? Details of our free public tours are available on our website, linked in our bio. ・・・ #Stormont #StormontEstate #ExploreStormont #PhotoOfTheDay #Follow #InstaGood #InstaLike #IGDaily... ・・・ #VisitBelfast #TourismNI #DiscoverNorthernIreland #DiscoverNI #Belfast #ExploreBelfast #InstaIreland #LoveBelfast #TourismIreland #BestOfBelfast ・・・ #Tours #InstaTravel #InstaPassport #Visiting #AdventureSeeker #TravelMore #WonderfulPlaces #RoamThePlanet #TravelBlogger #EarthEscope
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Please note there will be no Public Tour of Parliament Buildings at 14:00 on Friday 22nd June 2018.
For further information on our Public Tours, please visit our website at http://parliamentbuildings.org/tours/

Please note there will be no Public Tour of Parliament Buildings at 14:00 on Friday 22nd June 2018.
For further information on our Public Tours, please visit our website at http://parliamentbuildings.org/tours/

There's no better way to end your meal than to indulge your sweet tooth with our delicious Prosecco gel & poached strawberries served with vanilla bean cream.
Our brand new Summer 2018 Lunch Menu has launched in our Members' Dining Room, which is open to the public.
... Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org.
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Have you tried our delicious pressed watermelon Caprese salad with black pepper, drizzled with olive oil & balsamic glaze?
Our brand new Summer 2018 Lunch Menu has launched in our Members' Dining Room, which is open to the public.
... Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org.
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Have you tried our antipasti platter?
Our brand new Summer 2018 Lunch Menu has launched in our Members' Dining Room, which is open to the public.
Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org.

Why not follow us on Twitter for our latest updates and tweets from Parliament Buildings?

Why not join us for Afternoon Tea in our magnificent Members' Dining Room?
Our three tiered delight boasts finger sandwiches and wraps, handmade buttermilk scones with clotted cream and preserve, along with a truely delicious selection of sweet treats.
Reservations available Monday through Friday... Telephone 028 9052 1041.
Full menu and further details are available at www.parliamentbuildings.org
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Have you tried our brand new chargrilled pork medallions, chipotle mash & roasted butternut squash served with a corn & mango salsa?
Our brand new Summer 2018 Lunch Menu has launched in our Members' Dining Room, which is open to the public.
Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org.

Why not try our summer vegetable and goats cheese frittata with beetroot crisps & red pepper pesto?
Our brand new Summer 2018 menu has launched in our Members' Dining Room, which is open to the public for lunch and afternoon tea.
Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org.

Why not try our delicious smoked salmon with sweet & sour beetroot, wasabi & crème fraîche?
Our brand new Summer 2018 menu has launched in our Members' Dining Room, which is open to the public.
Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org.

Did you know that our Members' Dining Room is open to the public?
Why not visit us for lunch or traditional afternon tea, overlooking the Stormont Estate and stunning Belfast views?
Our menus are available on our website at www.parliamentbuildings.org
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Did you know that Parliament Buildings can be yours for your wedding day?
The magnificent building will be open exclusively for you and your invited guests. You can also tailor every inch of your wedding to suit your personal tastes and those of your guests.
For more information, please contact our dedicated wedding co-ordinator on 02890 520381 or email weddings@parliamentbuildings.org

What a lovely time we had today...afternoon tea in the members dining room, open today as part of the EHOD. A shout out to Paul who was particularly helpful, friendly and informative. Well done to all the staff who could teach our elected reps a thing or two about demonstrating courtesy and respect to all....from security going in to wishing us a safe journey home. On this occasion, a wee glass of Prosecco to finish off trumped doing the tour...so a good excuse for a return visit (outside working hours obviously). Lovely grounds, great staff and a beautiful building.

We had a lovely lunch at Parliament Buildings yesterday - great service, food fab and such beautiful surroundings. Thank you Hilda and your staff for a very enjoyable experience.

Visited on Saturday for the antiques roadshow and I have to say everything was brilliant ! There was a bus to take us straight to the event and my small dog was welcome and everything was well organised , the tent served lovely picnic boxes and tea which was really tasty and we went inside parliament building to get a quick look and a lovely member of staff took my dog for a quick walk to allow me inside so it's 5 stars from me , looking forward to a trip back to visit the restaurant and get a tour !

Superb venue. Lovely food from a great menu.

Lovely afternoon tea. Special price over August. So it was very good value. Staff friendly and attentive. A really good experience all round

It was a wonderful experience I was there some time ago but yesterday's lunch superb just like being on a 5* cruise can't wait for a return I have visitors from USA Australia & Kenya so Stormont will be the place to take them

Had a great meal .service was fantastic. Very impressed with overall experience and I will definitely book again. The only downside was problem with getting a car parking space never mind disabled car parking space .

First time in Ireland touring around on a motrobike and came across this little gem, staff were amazing, free tour inside with a funny tour guide. Would definitely recommend this place to others.

First time here and we had a fantastic time. The food was amazing and all the staff are so pleasant and helpful. Can't wait to go back. What a lovely day.

Embarrassed to say that this was my first visit! Definitely worth it! The tour itself is only 30-40 mins long but I thought it was done very well, the guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable about the building and Northern Ireland politics! AND it was all FREE!!!!!!!!

Brilliant tour, you don't get much for free in life but this tour is so worth while. It has a bit for all ages with lovely grounds, play areas and tracks and trails which are easy to follow. Definitely going again, and would implore anyone to go as it is so worth while. Cafe is reasonably priced with coffees and teas and usually tray bakes. Also has unique gifts and souvenirs from local companies and artists.

Although we didn't stay for the tour due to time constraints we were absolutely thrilled with the visit. The building is magnificent both internally and externally and the staff, security, reception coffee shop and guides were all extremely helpful and friendly. If the tour had not been a 90 minute wait we would certainly have participated

After seeing the place on TV over the last 20 years it was lovely to finally see it in person and walk around the building and the grounds. Very impressive building. Staff were friendly and the free tour was excellent especially getting to see where the main business is conducted. Would definitely recommend a visit here you won't be disappointed. Definitely look to visit again on my next trip to Ireland.

Absolutely worth going to for the fine dining experience and the free tour. Beautiful building inside and out with wonderful views and very nice, helpful staff in all areas of the building.

It was the last thing we did on our trip. We were staying in Ballyhackamore so it was close-by. We did the guided tour of the parliament building and had a walk through the estate. It was a nice way to finish our trip of Belfast since we'd seen and done everything possible there!

As a child, I would visit the grounds at Stormont to "roll my Easter Eggs" on Easter Sunday. I never thought I'd be chairing meetings in the Northern Irish Parliamentary Building. Whilst security is a must, the process is far less of a chore than at Westminster - and the facilities for meetings are every bit as good as at the House of Commons. And, the views from the meeting rooms are quite superb. I will be back . . .

Very disappointed.. Thought it would be more of a tour around the building than just a basic history lesson. And to make matters worse a German party was in the group so had to sit through the translation talk as well... Feel it should have been split into two groups one english and one german, would have been more tolerable. Disappointed we didnt see more of the building itself... Perhaps charge a fee and do this ?????

Waste of money and the shits that sit in it NO work NO pay . Never mind a increase for what sitting on you fat backsides. And jumping high to bloody murdering scum s/f ira who should not be in a British Grovement

Stormont tour .A very boring uninteresting hour spend in stormont saw the hall and the chamber that's it very boring talk i nodded off to sleep along with a German visitor fast asleep.

What a lovely time we had today...afternoon tea in the members dining room, open today as part of the EHOD. A shout out to Paul who was particularly helpful, friendly and informative. Well done to all the staff who could teach our elected reps a thing or two about demonstrating courtesy and respect to all....from security going in to wishing us a safe journey home. On this occasion, a wee glass of Prosecco to finish off trumped doing the tour...so a good excuse for a return visit (outside working hours obviously). Lovely grounds, great staff and a beautiful building.

We had a lovely lunch at Parliament Buildings yesterday - great service, food fab and such beautiful surroundings. Thank you Hilda and your staff for a very enjoyable experience.

Visited on Saturday for the antiques roadshow and I have to say everything was brilliant ! There was a bus to take us straight to the event and my small dog was welcome and everything was well organised , the tent served lovely picnic boxes and tea which was really tasty and we went inside parliament building to get a quick look and a lovely member of staff took my dog for a quick walk to allow me inside so it's 5 stars from me , looking forward to a trip back to visit the restaurant and get a tour !

Superb venue. Lovely food from a great menu.

Lovely afternoon tea. Special price over August. So it was very good value. Staff friendly and attentive. A really good experience all round

It was a wonderful experience I was there some time ago but yesterday's lunch superb just like being on a 5* cruise can't wait for a return I have visitors from USA Australia & Kenya so Stormont will be the place to take them

Had a great meal .service was fantastic. Very impressed with overall experience and I will definitely book again. The only downside was problem with getting a car parking space never mind disabled car parking space .

First time in Ireland touring around on a motrobike and came across this little gem, staff were amazing, free tour inside with a funny tour guide. Would definitely recommend this place to others.

First time here and we had a fantastic time. The food was amazing and all the staff are so pleasant and helpful. Can't wait to go back. What a lovely day.

Embarrassed to say that this was my first visit! Definitely worth it! The tour itself is only 30-40 mins long but I thought it was done very well, the guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable about the building and Northern Ireland politics! AND it was all FREE!!!!!!!!

Brilliant tour, you don't get much for free in life but this tour is so worth while. It has a bit for all ages with lovely grounds, play areas and tracks and trails which are easy to follow. Definitely going again, and would implore anyone to go as it is so worth while. Cafe is reasonably priced with coffees and teas and usually tray bakes. Also has unique gifts and souvenirs from local companies and artists.

Although we didn't stay for the tour due to time constraints we were absolutely thrilled with the visit. The building is magnificent both internally and externally and the staff, security, reception coffee shop and guides were all extremely helpful and friendly. If the tour had not been a 90 minute wait we would certainly have participated

After seeing the place on TV over the last 20 years it was lovely to finally see it in person and walk around the building and the grounds. Very impressive building. Staff were friendly and the free tour was excellent especially getting to see where the main business is conducted. Would definitely recommend a visit here you won't be disappointed. Definitely look to visit again on my next trip to Ireland.

Absolutely worth going to for the fine dining experience and the free tour. Beautiful building inside and out with wonderful views and very nice, helpful staff in all areas of the building.

It was the last thing we did on our trip. We were staying in Ballyhackamore so it was close-by. We did the guided tour of the parliament building and had a walk through the estate. It was a nice way to finish our trip of Belfast since we'd seen and done everything possible there!

As a child, I would visit the grounds at Stormont to "roll my Easter Eggs" on Easter Sunday. I never thought I'd be chairing meetings in the Northern Irish Parliamentary Building. Whilst security is a must, the process is far less of a chore than at Westminster - and the facilities for meetings are every bit as good as at the House of Commons. And, the views from the meeting rooms are quite superb. I will be back . . .

Very disappointed.. Thought it would be more of a tour around the building than just a basic history lesson. And to make matters worse a German party was in the group so had to sit through the translation talk as well... Feel it should have been split into two groups one english and one german, would have been more tolerable. Disappointed we didnt see more of the building itself... Perhaps charge a fee and do this ?????

Waste of money and the shits that sit in it NO work NO pay . Never mind a increase for what sitting on you fat backsides. And jumping high to bloody murdering scum s/f ira who should not be in a British Grovement

Stormont tour .A very boring uninteresting hour spend in stormont saw the hall and the chamber that's it very boring talk i nodded off to sleep along with a German visitor fast asleep.

What a lovely time we had today...afternoon tea in the members dining room, open today as part of the EHOD. A shout out to Paul who was particularly helpful, friendly and informative. Well done to all the staff who could teach our elected reps a thing or two about demonstrating courtesy and respect to all....from security going in to wishing us a safe journey home. On this occasion, a wee glass of Prosecco to finish off trumped doing the tour...so a good excuse for a return visit (outside working hours obviously). Lovely grounds, great staff and a beautiful building.

We had a lovely lunch at Parliament Buildings yesterday - great service, food fab and such beautiful surroundings. Thank you Hilda and your staff for a very enjoyable experience.

Visited on Saturday for the antiques roadshow and I have to say everything was brilliant ! There was a bus to take us straight to the event and my small dog was welcome and everything was well organised , the tent served lovely picnic boxes and tea which was really tasty and we went inside parliament building to get a quick look and a lovely member of staff took my dog for a quick walk to allow me inside so it's 5 stars from me , looking forward to a trip back to visit the restaurant and get a tour !

Superb venue. Lovely food from a great menu.

Lovely afternoon tea. Special price over August. So it was very good value. Staff friendly and attentive. A really good experience all round

It was a wonderful experience I was there some time ago but yesterday's lunch superb just like being on a 5* cruise can't wait for a return I have visitors from USA Australia & Kenya so Stormont will be the place to take them

Had a great meal .service was fantastic. Very impressed with overall experience and I will definitely book again. The only downside was problem with getting a car parking space never mind disabled car parking space .

First time in Ireland touring around on a motrobike and came across this little gem, staff were amazing, free tour inside with a funny tour guide. Would definitely recommend this place to others.

First time here and we had a fantastic time. The food was amazing and all the staff are so pleasant and helpful. Can't wait to go back. What a lovely day.

Embarrassed to say that this was my first visit! Definitely worth it! The tour itself is only 30-40 mins long but I thought it was done very well, the guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable about the building and Northern Ireland politics! AND it was all FREE!!!!!!!!

Brilliant tour, you don't get much for free in life but this tour is so worth while. It has a bit for all ages with lovely grounds, play areas and tracks and trails which are easy to follow. Definitely going again, and would implore anyone to go as it is so worth while. Cafe is reasonably priced with coffees and teas and usually tray bakes. Also has unique gifts and souvenirs from local companies and artists.

Although we didn't stay for the tour due to time constraints we were absolutely thrilled with the visit. The building is magnificent both internally and externally and the staff, security, reception coffee shop and guides were all extremely helpful and friendly. If the tour had not been a 90 minute wait we would certainly have participated

After seeing the place on TV over the last 20 years it was lovely to finally see it in person and walk around the building and the grounds. Very impressive building. Staff were friendly and the free tour was excellent especially getting to see where the main business is conducted. Would definitely recommend a visit here you won't be disappointed. Definitely look to visit again on my next trip to Ireland.

Absolutely worth going to for the fine dining experience and the free tour. Beautiful building inside and out with wonderful views and very nice, helpful staff in all areas of the building.

It was the last thing we did on our trip. We were staying in Ballyhackamore so it was close-by. We did the guided tour of the parliament building and had a walk through the estate. It was a nice way to finish our trip of Belfast since we'd seen and done everything possible there!

As a child, I would visit the grounds at Stormont to "roll my Easter Eggs" on Easter Sunday. I never thought I'd be chairing meetings in the Northern Irish Parliamentary Building. Whilst security is a must, the process is far less of a chore than at Westminster - and the facilities for meetings are every bit as good as at the House of Commons. And, the views from the meeting rooms are quite superb. I will be back . . .

Very disappointed.. Thought it would be more of a tour around the building than just a basic history lesson. And to make matters worse a German party was in the group so had to sit through the translation talk as well... Feel it should have been split into two groups one english and one german, would have been more tolerable. Disappointed we didnt see more of the building itself... Perhaps charge a fee and do this ?????

Waste of money and the shits that sit in it NO work NO pay . Never mind a increase for what sitting on you fat backsides. And jumping high to bloody murdering scum s/f ira who should not be in a British Grovement

Stormont tour .A very boring uninteresting hour spend in stormont saw the hall and the chamber that's it very boring talk i nodded off to sleep along with a German visitor fast asleep.

What a lovely time we had today...afternoon tea in the members dining room, open today as part of the EHOD. A shout out to Paul who was particularly helpful, friendly and informative. Well done to all the staff who could teach our elected reps a thing or two about demonstrating courtesy and respect to all....from security going in to wishing us a safe journey home. On this occasion, a wee glass of Prosecco to finish off trumped doing the tour...so a good excuse for a return visit (outside working hours obviously). Lovely grounds, great staff and a beautiful building.

We had a lovely lunch at Parliament Buildings yesterday - great service, food fab and such beautiful surroundings. Thank you Hilda and your staff for a very enjoyable experience.

Visited on Saturday for the antiques roadshow and I have to say everything was brilliant ! There was a bus to take us straight to the event and my small dog was welcome and everything was well organised , the tent served lovely picnic boxes and tea which was really tasty and we went inside parliament building to get a quick look and a lovely member of staff took my dog for a quick walk to allow me inside so it's 5 stars from me , looking forward to a trip back to visit the restaurant and get a tour !

Superb venue. Lovely food from a great menu.

Lovely afternoon tea. Special price over August. So it was very good value. Staff friendly and attentive. A really good experience all round

It was a wonderful experience I was there some time ago but yesterday's lunch superb just like being on a 5* cruise can't wait for a return I have visitors from USA Australia & Kenya so Stormont will be the place to take them

Had a great meal .service was fantastic. Very impressed with overall experience and I will definitely book again. The only downside was problem with getting a car parking space never mind disabled car parking space .

First time in Ireland touring around on a motrobike and came across this little gem, staff were amazing, free tour inside with a funny tour guide. Would definitely recommend this place to others.

First time here and we had a fantastic time. The food was amazing and all the staff are so pleasant and helpful. Can't wait to go back. What a lovely day.

Embarrassed to say that this was my first visit! Definitely worth it! The tour itself is only 30-40 mins long but I thought it was done very well, the guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable about the building and Northern Ireland politics! AND it was all FREE!!!!!!!!

Brilliant tour, you don't get much for free in life but this tour is so worth while. It has a bit for all ages with lovely grounds, play areas and tracks and trails which are easy to follow. Definitely going again, and would implore anyone to go as it is so worth while. Cafe is reasonably priced with coffees and teas and usually tray bakes. Also has unique gifts and souvenirs from local companies and artists.

Although we didn't stay for the tour due to time constraints we were absolutely thrilled with the visit. The building is magnificent both internally and externally and the staff, security, reception coffee shop and guides were all extremely helpful and friendly. If the tour had not been a 90 minute wait we would certainly have participated

After seeing the place on TV over the last 20 years it was lovely to finally see it in person and walk around the building and the grounds. Very impressive building. Staff were friendly and the free tour was excellent especially getting to see where the main business is conducted. Would definitely recommend a visit here you won't be disappointed. Definitely look to visit again on my next trip to Ireland.

Absolutely worth going to for the fine dining experience and the free tour. Beautiful building inside and out with wonderful views and very nice, helpful staff in all areas of the building.

It was the last thing we did on our trip. We were staying in Ballyhackamore so it was close-by. We did the guided tour of the parliament building and had a walk through the estate. It was a nice way to finish our trip of Belfast since we'd seen and done everything possible there!

As a child, I would visit the grounds at Stormont to "roll my Easter Eggs" on Easter Sunday. I never thought I'd be chairing meetings in the Northern Irish Parliamentary Building. Whilst security is a must, the process is far less of a chore than at Westminster - and the facilities for meetings are every bit as good as at the House of Commons. And, the views from the meeting rooms are quite superb. I will be back . . .

Very disappointed.. Thought it would be more of a tour around the building than just a basic history lesson. And to make matters worse a German party was in the group so had to sit through the translation talk as well... Feel it should have been split into two groups one english and one german, would have been more tolerable. Disappointed we didnt see more of the building itself... Perhaps charge a fee and do this ?????

Waste of money and the shits that sit in it NO work NO pay . Never mind a increase for what sitting on you fat backsides. And jumping high to bloody murdering scum s/f ira who should not be in a British Grovement

Stormont tour .A very boring uninteresting hour spend in stormont saw the hall and the chamber that's it very boring talk i nodded off to sleep along with a German visitor fast asleep.