Stormont Parliament Buildings

Take a tour around Stormont Parliament Buildings and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Stormont Estate.

The Parliament buildings are open to the public between 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. Visitors can take a free tour of the building and explore the beautiful surroundings of the Stormont Estate.

The architect Sir Arnold Thornely, who was knighted by King George V in recognition of his architectural work, designed the building with perfect symmetry and symbolism, such as the building being 365ft wide representing one foot for every day of the year and having six floors and six pillars at the entrance, one for each county in Northern Ireland.

Source:Visit Belfast 

FREE TOURS

Tours last from 45 minutes to one hour and allow visitors to view the magnificent surroundings of the Great Hall, see the historic Senate Chamber and sit in the MLAs’ seats in the Assembly Chamber. The tour provides information on Parliament Buildings, past and present, as well as about the architecture of the building and Stormont Estate.

While the Assembly is in session, free public tours are available Monday – Friday at 11am and 2pm.

During the summer months of July and August, free tours starting on the hour are available between 11am and 3pm.

Check the website for tour times.

https://parliamentbuildings.org

There is also a coffee and gift shop open the public Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm, located on the ground floor beside the Great Hall. Serving a variety of home-baked goods, tea and coffee and selling a range of souvenirs, food and drink produce and crafts from local makers.

There is no charge for visiting the Parliament Buildings. When you arrive you will be asked to go through a security check.

Opening Hours:

Monday 09:00-16:00

Tuesday 09:00-16:00

Wednesday 09:00-16:00

Thursday 09:00-16:00

Friday 09:00-16:00

Address:

Stormont Estate

Upper Newtownards Road,

Belfast.

BT4 3XX