Ormeau Park

Ormeau Park, Belfast’s oldest municipal park, has been a green space for the city since 1871. It features scenic woodlands, eco trails, and beautifully maintained horticultural displays. The park is popular with walkers, joggers, and families, offering a peaceful escape within the city.

Reasons to Visit

• Dog-friendly with plenty of open space for walks
• Award-winning park
• Scenic eco trails and woodlands
• Children’s playground and picnic areas
• Sports facilities including soccer pitches, tennis and basketball courts, and a bowling green
• Chess table (chess pieces are available from the park's coffee vendor)
• A dedicated BMX track (non-motorised bikes only)
• Easy access via multiple entrances and public transport (Metro 7A-D)

Opening Times
Our parks open at 7.30am every day. Closing times change as daylight lengthens or shortens. Ballysillan Park and Glenbank Park close 30 minutes before our other parks.