Belfast Political Tour-Conflicting Stories Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

The opportunity to experience a tour of a lifetime.

Understanding Belfast's troubled history with a honestly presented political tour by Republican and Loyalist ex-political prisoners. Discover a side of Belfast you won't find in the Tourist books, We invite you to walk the streets of the city on both sides of the Peace Wall with the men and women who have served time in prisons of Northern Ireland for standing up for their beliefs. Republican and Loyalist ex-prisoners will share their own personal stories and the effects on their communities and explain the murals that tell the local history and culture of each area. The only tour to give you two truly opposing views of 'The Troubles' through the streets of West Belfast. A portion of the tours proceeds goes to working with local children in cross community projects.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Two Tours Guides one each side of the Peace Wall

What To Expect

Peace Wall

This tour is both sides of the peace wall in West Belfast Between the Falls and Shankill Roads. The tours stops at many locations along the wall.

Admission Not Applicable

Bobby Sands Mural

Explore the Murals in the nationalist area of West Belfast, including the International Wall, Bobby Sand Mural, D Company memorial Garden, Bombay Street.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Belfast Political Tour-Conflicting Stories Walking Tour

Reviews

4.62

444 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

324

An unforgettable experience
N6749DTgrahamg,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Unfortunately due to time constraints I could only attend the first half of this tour. But the 90mins with Paedar Whelan as our guide was one of the best walking tours I have ever been on (and I have been on over thirty different walking tours in the last 15 years). Paedar is the perfect guide. He spent 16 years as a political prisoner and is so knowledgeable about the history of Ireland. He knew Bobby Sands. He is also hilarious. Go on this tour, you will be glad you did. Thank you Paedar!
A Must-Do when in Belfast
SHARON M,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was such a unique and fascinating experience. The two guides were knowledgeable and gave good insights into all sides of the conflict from their direct experience. Although booked through Yellow Umbrella, the tour was actually executed by a well-known group in Belfast providing political tours, Coiste Political Tours, who work with great guides and are very experienced in this work.
An insight into a troubled history.
sibhhen,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fascinating experience, being able to hear both sides of the conflict was very sobering and at times challenging. A must do for anyone who wants to understand the history of Northern Ireland. Peadar and Jake were excellent guides.
Learn about where you are
carolinebR9938CW,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you are in Belfast and want some context as to where you are, this tour is a must. Robert is so engaging. A great way to spend an afternoon and a great way to get your mind moving about the struggle in Northern Ireland.
Absolutely worthwhile
misagraff,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guides explained their experience and the history of the troubles in a way that was both informative and meaningful. I would recommend to anyone interested in learning about the troubles.
Worth the 3 hours tour heard Both Sides: 2 sides w/ 2 different memories
IndyHen5,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very educational walking tour with both sides of the Wall views. And the views are slightly different due to casualties of innocent on both sides. Catholics/IRA vs Protestant/UVA w/British Support. Unique offenses in Wall Art/Murals on both sides too. Worth the 3 hour walk to hear Both Sides!
Thought provoking and highly recommended
martintO3339NU,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Extremely interesting and thought provoking presentations by the 2 tour guides who were actively engaged in the troubles on either side. Highly recommended!
Sobering. A must for anybody who saw the conflict from afar
gabyq850,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is an excellent opportunity to listen to both sides of the conflict with two genuine and passionate guides, sobering stories, and walls and murals that speak for themselves. It is long so I would recommend taking an umbrella, a sandwich and being wide awake.
Interesting walk to learn from people involved from both sides.
ml h,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
At Divis tower received by Robert (best from the west). A friendly man who personally shook hands with all candidates and showed genuine interest. Spoke calmly and clearly. Would have liked to walk a whole route with him. Person who received us for the second part spoke a lot less softly. Only half caught on to it. I thought this was partly a pity, but had already walked quite a bit that day and didn't feel like trying to do this. Both men were friendly. There are still many details visible from the past on both sides.
Thought provoking afternoon
I8999QPandreww,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Interesting and thought provoking tour. Guides were clearly passionate and knowledgeable about the troubles and current situation . There are a number of toilet breaks on the way so don’t worry! Recommended