Belfast political history and mural unique private 90 min tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Every city has it’s shopping and coffee culture but Belfast city has a unique past after coming out of 30 years of conflict.Your guides are the original drivers who had to transport their communities through the bullets and bombs of THE TROUBLES and have their lives at risk every time they seat in their black cabs.
The North of Ireland has become famous for the murals painted in almost every area of the country . These pictures of IRA ,UVF murals are often flashed around the world on news bulletins or used as a backdrop when interviewing people. They often depict the history and political views of both traditions and are a way of marking territory. These wall paintings often look intimidating but they have become as much of a tourist attraction as many of the regular attractions within Belfast and beyond.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
under 16
What To Expect
Bobby Sands Mural
Birth Place of the modern IRA
Shankill Road
Birth place of modern Loyalist UVF/UFF
Options
Belfast political history and mural unique private 90 min tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
free Belfast city center pick 1km from Belfast city hall
Train,Airports and Cruise ship pick up surcharge to be paid on the day in cash only
Pick up from airports,train stations and cruise ship ports
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Belfast MUST!
Geo B,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you do one thing in Belfast, make it this tour. I had an amazing guide named Isaac whose knowledge of the history of strife between Protestants & Catholics was beyond compare. He is not a learned professor of history, but a man who grew up as the terror and killings unfolded in Belfast over a 30+ year period. It was essentially getting a 90 minute eyewitness account of events. As a kid growing up in the US in the ‘70s, I remember reading headlines and seeing network news coverage of these horrendous events. I never understood what it was all about but Isaac changed that by the time I left Belfast. I’ve been on the Emerald Isle for over two weeks now and this is by far the best thing I’ve done in that time. TAKE THIS TOUR (and ask for Isaac if you can).
Tour of Belfast
bethcD3480ZV,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had Danny L as a tour guide and was brilliant!! He was so knowledgeable and open to answer any questions honestly. The tour was comprehensive and informative. Phenomenal tour!
A must do experience
Rachel C,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We learnt so much from Ricky, our guide. An incredible story told from first hand experience. A must do while in Belfast.
Great tour, really informative
thefiftysomethings,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We both really enjoyed the tour, it was very informative as well as emotional. Tony was great, spending time explaining things and answering questions. He was totally unbiased even though he had personal experience of living through these hard times which are unimaginable for most people. Would highly recommend. Thanks Tony
Amazing insights into Belfast’s people.
BorisCatBristol,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brendan our guide was a lovely friendly man. He told us the history and significance of places, murals, memorial gardens, the walls, the gates, everything. An amazing insight into what has been going on in Belfast, the history and the recent times. As a resident of England, I have never heard the real stories told by a local. Such a valuable lesson for us.
Black Taxi tour - worth the time!!
Expedition785465,Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Big Mark was our driver. He was amazing! He shared all kinds of information we didn't know about. He told both sides of the story and we appreciated that. Terrific tour and very worthwhile. I would highly recommend him and this tour company! Thank you!
Excellent
susanlF9370ZS,Dec 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip so informative. Driver was a very knowledgable and experienced guide andVery friendly. Whole tour took well over an hour Definitely recommend we learned so much
This tour was great!
Andythornb,Aug 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was phenomenal! Sean was just the greatest. He presented us with facts and was so personable. I would definitely book with this company again.
Black cab tour
Michelle D,Jul 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and informative trip Well worth doing Went with Robert from niblackcabtours. He was a gentleman, who explained everything so well and answered all our questions.
Loved our experience!
taylor e,Dec 28, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paddy was an excellent tour guide, he spoke very clear for us foreigners and made our tour delightful with his knowledge of Belfast that kept us all entertained and engaged in the history. Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to learn some more about the fascinating history of Belfast City.
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