Kate Hoey

Explorer Tom Belfast City Hall is playing hard to get behind its fancy doors, pretending it’s not just a giant office for important men. I swear it has a secret talent for judging your outfit choice. Bring a jacket, because it’s never as warm inside as I promise it will be.

Explorer Tom The Queen Victoria Monument stands in County Antrim, a stone figure honoring the long-reigning monarch who shaped much of the modern era.

Explorer Tom Victoria Monument in Town Parks is still trying to impress everyone from over a century ago. It’s got that 'I’m here because I was asked' energy. Bring your own legend, because the official one has run out of steam.

Explorer Tom The Titanic Memorial stands at Belfast City Hall, a poignant reminder of the great ship and its tragic journey across the sea.

Explorer Tom The Lord Dufferin Monument is a listed building in County Antrim, standing as a stone reminder of a very important Victorian gentleman.

Explorer Tom The Cenotaph at Belfast City Hall is a solemn monument, chosen from its exact public folder to remind us of those who served.

Explorer Tom Donegall Square South features the Metro Building at the corner of Linenhall Street, a spot with plenty of history and character to explore.

Explorer Tom This Ulster Bank in Town Parks has survived more than most relationships. Built mid-nineteenth century, it’s seen some proper financial rollercoasters. Spot the oldest stone and whisper your deepest secrets into its cracks.

Explorer Tom The Linen Hall Library in Malone Lower is full of books that probably bite back if you breathe wrong. I’m convinced a very serious dog is actually running the whole show from the basement. Whisper a secret to the entrance; it has definitely heard worse things.

Explorer Tom Abercorn Restaurant bombing thinks it’s a five-star hotel now, but it still smells like old fryer oil. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up with sheer silence.

Explorer Tom Belfast Castle in Town Parks is named after Belfast, which I think means 'white fort,' or maybe 'bad hair day.' I’m not sure, but it’s definitely a C17th legend. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits.

Explorer Tom Pop into The Crown Bar, where a stack of kegs might just be waiting for your next story.