Belfast Troubles Tour: Walls and Bridges
Overview
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Troubles Tour: Walls and Bridges is one part waking tour, one part street theatre and 100% astounding. It entertains, engages and informs using original songs and experiences to help you better understand day to day realities during the Troubles. It brings to life the history of the troubles and the eace process but does not do so in chronological order. This tour provides an immersive experience with a mix of educational material and theatrics. Tour participants will visit local political murals, peace walls, and will even have the opportunity to listen to an original song that tells the story of the turbulent times in the area.
This tour will provide participants with a deep and unique understanding of the region's conflicts and peace contributions. Not only will people learn history, but they will also gain insight into the culture and the people. Troubles Tour: Walls and Bridges is an ideal tour for anyone who is interested in history, culture, and politics.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 14 years. This tour is not aimed at children. There is graphic content .
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Belfast City Hall
Belfast's most magnificent building designed The dome is 174 feet, inside the building are 3 different types of Italian marble, Cippilino marble from Greece and amazing stained glass windows. The building makes a statement and that statement is, 'Wow!"
Spirit of Belfast
A marvellous modern sculpture by Dan George set in the heart of the city centre, it comprises a traditional Celtic design and reflects the engineering, industry and communities of Belfast.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Private tour
Professional guide
Gratuities
Options
Belfast Troubles Walking Tour
Private/Group
Reviews
872 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Experience!
dhwanis646,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve was a great well-informed tour guide. We learned so much about Irish history, will definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Belfast!
A must for your visit to Belfast
H5501OJevant,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was by far the best walking tour I’ve ever been on. Steve was an outstanding guide. He was both incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely engaging. His explanation of the Troubles went beyond just recounting events; he carefully unpacked the historical and political context, which made the conflict much easier to understand as a whole. What really stood out was his passion for the subject. you could really sense how interested and invested he is in the history he was sharing. He also struck an excellent balance between humour and sensitivity. Given the seriousness of the topic, he approached it with the respect it deserves while still keeping the tour interesting and accessible. We were taken to all the key sites, and at each stop he provided clear, detailed explanations of what happened, including insightful interpretations of the murals. I also appreciated how he connected the Troubles to wider global conflicts, showing its continued relevance today. It added an extra layer of depth that I did not expect. On top of that, Steve was very attentive to the group’s needs by regularly checking in to make sure we were comfortable, warm enough, and offering breaks when needed. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in understanding the history and complexity of the Troubles. It was the most informative and impactful 3 hours of my trip here!
A must-do experience in Belfast!
L1985SOamandac,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour, our guide Steve covered an immense amount of complex history as we walked throughout the city. We walked away feeling the weight of the events that had happened and a much better understanding of the troubles. The experience really made our trip to Belfast impactful. Thank you Steve!
A guided tour of Belfast
Merlin937,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve was a very knowledgable guide who gave a very informative tour which was very interesting.
Insightful experience relating to the history of Belfast
19shaz65,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a thought proving tour about the troubles walls & bridges in Belfast; outlining past troubles, how it is currently and hope for the future. So much information - Arthur is an amazing font of knowledge, personable always ready to answer questions and clarify points. Would recommend this tour to anyone with interest in this area so much is not disclosed via media, it is through the people of Belfast you understand better.
Steve is a great tour guide.
Claire W,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Steve is a very informative tour host and a generally nice bloke. Having Irish parents I turned up to the tour with previous knowledge of the Troubles, however Steve still managed to educate and surprise myself and my partner. The tour is a slow pace, which allows a mixed ability to navigate it comfortably, whilst covering enough ground to be interesting and a good pace. I cannot recommend this tour enough.
Belfast with Steve
michaelsD9883YK,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Steve was a truly memorable experience. We received so much helpful and fascinating information. The tour was both educational and entertaining. Steve was a wonderful guide with an enormous amount of knowledge. Thank you so much for this excellent walking tour!
Best walking tour in Belfast
Garry G,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve our walking guide was informative and delightful to listen to. The information was impartial and enlightening. Thoroughly enjoyable.
Troubles walking Tour
natalielZ6654SO,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you so much for the wonderful walking tour. It was a great experience from start to finish. We really appreciated the time, knowledge, and enthusiasm you shared—it made everything so engaging and enjoyable. We learned a lot and got to see things wecwould have completely missed on our own. It was not only informative but also a lot of fun. Thanks again Arthur for such a memorable experience!
Fantastic Tour
Safari53399258603,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I dont usually book experiences on airbnb however I'm so glad I booked this! My partner and I had a tour with Arthur on a drizzly Sunday a few weeks ago and it was the highlight of our trip. As someone who didn't know much about the troubles, Arthur broke down the history and told his stories with such character and humour for me to understand. What a warm, genuine human being. It felt like spending the afternoon with a friend. It was balanced, personal and also looked at modern day life and where Belfast is now. Arthur wanted to know about us throughout and we felt like he really cared about us. He was happy to answer any questions. I would wholeheartedly recommend this experience to anyone and have already spoken about it to friends and family members. We were debating at first whether to do a black cab tour but prefer walking. We were also sent an email with information & videos he had referenced throughout the tour so we could do more reading about it at home. It was lovely to meet you Arthur. Thank you for the tour!
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