Private Tour
2 hours Belfast Original Drivers The Troubles Black Taxi Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
We have been est over 25 years and our company is unique as our work force is 50% Republican and 50% loyalist work force and as seen on RICK STEVES and ANTHONY BOURDAIN Travel programme
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Shankill Road
history of the area. We begin in 1690, when King William the 3rd arrived in Ireland to defeat King James the 2nd at the famous Battle Of The Boyne. There will then be an explanation about the recent troubles, which started in 1969 and ended when the peace agreement was signed in 1998. You will be guided through the heart of Loyalist walk around the area, where your guide will explain the loyalist wall murals and what they depict. You will have the opportunity to take your own photographs of the loyalalist murals.
Peace Wall
The peace walls were designed to separate the Catholic (Republicans) and Protestant (Loyalist) populations. The first ‘peace lines’ were erected, following the outbreak of War also known as the 1969 “The Troubles”. They were built as temporary structures, meant to last only six months. Due to their effective nature they were built higher, longer and made permanent. Today, the walls are adorned with art and messages of hope from tourists.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
This tour you can ask guide to stop for drinks are snacks British pounds required
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2 hours Belfast Original Drivers The Troubles Black Taxi Tour
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Reviews
219 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
10 out of 10! No notes!
Rachel I,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Phenomenal! Ricki is a historian (for real) and grew up in the neighborhoods directly impacted by The Troubles. We learned so much from him and he was delightful. Vehicle was spacious clean and comfortable.
A tour of West Belfast The Troubles in a black original London cab and Local Rea super driver and historian !!!
Mary i,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Driver Brendan was a super guide both informed and engaging Great tour around troubled areas but good to see reconstruction and cross community interventions Serves as model potentially for other troubled war and conflict situations worldwide Good to be informed .. before the tour to understand better the context
Amazing Experience
E6783DHdavidw,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing tour guide in Brendan. His local knowledge and balanced way of explaining the different cultures was very insightful. The highlight of my weekend stay. The only down side was the torrential rain but Brendan made up for that.
David was amazing! Raw, honest and great craic.
eleanorbJ8193HY,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a moving, interesting and wonderful experience. David was fantastic. His own personal experience, peppered with wonderful charm and great humour made this such a memorable experience. Both my partner and I are history buffs and we still learned a lot - as an Irish Catholic and English Protestant mixed couple, there was also plenty for us to reflect on individually. I really couldn’t recommend this, and David, more.
Engaged in the Search
peterdM7586WZ,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim díd a great job. He went out of his way to ask others about some of our family members who lived in Belfast a long time ago. It was very much appreciated.
Balanced view of the troubles
347terryt,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really informative tour of Falls and Shankhill rd areas of Belfast, with in my opinion a balanced view of what happened during the 30 years of the troubles and how things have currently settled down. With visits to memorial gardens spend prominent murals in the area.
Black Taxi Tour with Rickey – A Belfast Must-Do!
X6227WOjulial,,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely brilliant 1 hour 45 minute Black Taxi Tour in Belfast with Rickey. There were six of us, and from the moment he picked us up, Rickey made the experience personal, insightful, and deeply moving. He shared the complex history of Belfast Trouble with passion and balance — blending humour, empathy, and first-hand stories that brought the city’s past and present to life. His explanations of the murals, peace walls, and local neighbourhoods were both educational and emotional, and he welcomed every question with honesty and warmth. The pace was perfect and the car was comfortable. We left with a much deeper understanding of Belfast’s history and the people who live here today. If you want more than just a sightseeing tour— book this tour with Rickey. Absolutely outstanding!
Black cab tours fantastic guide Danny L
Sightsee90023,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you ever want i guide to do the black cab tour ask for Danny L he was fantastic from Stratford to finish i would highly recommend him.
Black Cab Taxi with Brendan
KFPJ,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very informative from someone who lived through the difficult and tragic times. Although a very wet and rainy day, we managed to enjoy the journey
Dave was amazing and informative!
trishs838,,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver/guide Dave was fantastic, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, friendly and compassionate about the circumstances surrounding the issues on this tour. He answered our questions without hesitation. Highly recommend him as a guide.
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