Tucks West Belfast Political & Murals Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover West Belfast's Political Tour with a Lifelong Local
See West Belfast through the eyes of someone who was born, raised, and still proudly calls it home. This personal tour takes you beyond the guidebooks, offering an understanding insight into Belfast’s history, culture, and the legacy of the Troubles from someone who experienced it firsthand.
Whether you’re visiting from elsewhere in Ireland or travelling from across the world, this tour offers a genuine, personal, and unforgettable connection to Belfast, its people, its history, and its communities.
For parties of more than 7 people, please contact me for a customised quote.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Falls Road: Walk along the famous Falls Road, the heart of the Irish nationalist community, and visit my old school, St. Comgall’s, where the events of 1969 marked the beginning of the Troubles. As we explore together, I’ll share personal memories and stories that bring Belfast’s history to life in a way only a local can.
Belfast
International Wall: Discover one of the world’s largest open-air art galleries, where internationally renowned murals tell the stories of Belfast’s communities, political history, resilience, and hopes for the future. You’ll also see a mural featuring my own photograph, commemorating Belfast’s first Irish cultural festival in Northern Ireland.
Options
Belfast Black Taxi Tour
Mercedes, Vito 8 Seater Auto Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water & Local snacks
Premium leather seating
Air-conditioned vehicle
Qualified Tour guide
Free Wi-Fi on board & phone chargers
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
tonyapell27,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was a very friendly local guide who shared his own experiences growing up in Belfast while also painting a fuller picture of the history and current politics of Belfast.
Authentic experience
wendytU637OD,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brandon was outstanding! Authentic, sincere and genuinely felt the struggle that still exists today. Absolutely highly recommend!!!
Black cab tour
Adventure32010618615,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our tour with Brandon. He lived through the Troubles and had really insightful information. We enjoyed his passion and learned a lot.
Incredible experience!!!
Nobbydiesel,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so fortunate to have Thomas as our guide. He was incredibly well informed, with a huge depth of knowledge and very passionate about the subject and the city of which he is a superb ambassador! Thank you Thomas.
A new perspective
C7315JPstephenm,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Black Taxi tour with our driver Eamon was so informative and eye opening. Eamon explained the history of how the political division between Irish Republicans for a free Ireland and loyalists for remaining part of the UK evolved into the conflict between the Protestants and the Catholics. We visited the murals, the memorial gardens, and the divided neighborhoods of Belfast. We stopped at the Peace Wall and wrote messages. And learned how the history of violence is still impacting the city today. It certainly gave a new perspective to what I thought I knew.
A good overview of the conflict from somebody who lived in Belfast at the time
masong816,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a nice tour of a few of the key points of the Troubles in West Belfast. You'll see the Loyalist Shankhill Road and some of their murals and memorials, the Nationalist Falls Road and their murals and memorials, and the Peace Wall that still separates these communities to this day. The guide is a regular working-class guy who grew up in one of the contested neighborhoods at the time and can describe the experience of being forced out of your home and feeling like a second-class citizen because of the family you were born into.
West Belfast Tour
gailrM5480CG,Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour around west Belfast with Thomas who, having grown up there, gave a real insight to the history of the city and its troubles. He had a real energy and enthusiasm that made for a great experience, he even took us around his old primary school which is now a community centre. If you want local knowledge, this is the tour to book.
Knowledgable and friendly
Y6425XYmartind,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very informative and enjoyable tour round belfast with someone that grew up during the time of the troubles. Cannot highly reccommend our tour guide enough. He was great and told both sides equally. Was picked up from our hotel in a lovely black car and shown most of the sights round shankhill and the falls. Ignore the 1 star review as my wife and i couldnt have hoped for a better tour and expierence.
Not reliable Black Cab
Inspire20203360151,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Accepted our reservation, but the night before informed me he had another commitment . He passed us on to another driver but apparently gave the driver the wrong day. We were left stranded at our meeting spot. Tried calling operator with no answer. Finally able to reach trip advisor and they dispatched a driver. Supposed to be a Black Cab but was a standard sedan. Fortunately the sub driver was very good but late and did not have as much time as expected.
Amazing
brooke k,Apr 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Robert is absolutely amazing and very informative regarding the troubles. His personal story and experience makes this well worth it. He took pictures and videos of us engaging on the tour and sent it to us. He sent documentaries regarding the troubles.
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