Dublin to Belfast Black Cab, Dunluce Castle and Giant's Causeway

Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Depart Dublin travel by luxury coach to Belfast for a political black cab tour, followed by a trip to the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle. From the comfort of your black cab, tour Northern Ireland's capital, see the landmark sites including the Falls and Shankill neighbourhoods. Stopping at various locations and sign the Peace Wall, learn of Belfast’s tragic political history.

After departing Belfast we travel through the county of Antrim onto the spectacular Antrim Coastal route. Our next stop is the world famous Dun Luce Castle. Admission is included with a visiting time of 30 minutes.

We then proceed just down the coastal road to the Giant’s Causeway (lunch options available there). Explore its dramatic cliffs and rock formations with a visiting time of 2 hours.

Head for home, with lots of fun on the way and a designated rest stop.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good walking shoes and all weather clothing recommended

Please be outside of one of the available pickup locations 15 minutes before departure time

Children 2 years and under are not allowed to travel

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Dublin

Departure point times and locations are: 7 AM at The Starbucks Cafe on 1 College Green 7:05 AM at Dublin Bus Office, 59 O’Connell Street, Dublin 1 Please make sure you get to the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. We cannot wait for any latecomers.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Shankill Road

Next on the tour is the visit to an area of Belfast City known as the Shankill. During the "Troubles" the Shankill was a centre of loyalist paramilitary activity, where the modern Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) and Ulster Defence Association (UDA) had its genesis. Loyalist paramilitary groups pledging allegiance to the British monarchy and to maintaining the partitioned 6 counties of Ireland known as Northern Ireland within the United Kingdom. Similar to the Falls area the Shankill is adorned with huge murals celebrating historical events, honouring people from the past some of whom from the local community. At all stops during the, in total, 90 minute tour our guests have ample opportunity to capture amazing images of the world’s largest outdoor art gallery. There will be lots out time spent out of the cab, the group size is so small the tour will be a very personalised experience. Your guide has personal stories and folklore to share.

30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Professional guide

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Political tour by black taxi in Belfast with local driver/guide

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop off

Restroom on board

Options

Black cab, Dunluce & Causeway

Experience the very best of Northern Ireland on a full-day tour from Dublin

Reviews

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7,948 reviews

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This was by far my...
Kaylyn S,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was by far my favorite tour that we went on in Ireland. The sightseeing and information provided were outstanding. Una did an amazing job. We went on the black cab tour and it was so moving. This is a MUST do when in Ireland.
Natures creation
Jennifer H,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our group was in ahhh of natures beautiful creation at the Giant Causeway. We decided to do the Black taxi tour in Belfast to learn alittle more about the city and that was heart wrenching , but a piece of important history.
Don’t miss this tour!
Laura C,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great tour! Stephen was fantastic and gave a great overall of the history of Northern Ireland and family history. Black Cab tour was amazing as well. Highly recommend!
Must Do Tour
Elizabeth C,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing tour with Kevin and our driver, Krishna. The Belfast Black Taxi tour was amazing. We had a first hand account of growing up in Dublin from Pat the Hat our amazing taxi driver. We braved 50 mph wind gusts at Dunluce Castle. It was worth it for the spectacular views. We finished the day hiking Giant’s Causeway. Simply amazing place!
This was the perfect day...
Rebecca V,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was the perfect day tour from Dublin! It was a great mix of history (ancient and modern) and nature. Highlights included the cab ride -- the drivers are men who have lived "The Troubles" and give very personal insight into what it was like to be a child or adolescent during that time. It certainly gave me a new appreciation for this part of history, and helps me to better understand Irish/North Irish experiences.
Well worth the long bus ride!!
Inspiration764736,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was wonderful. Yes, there was a lot of time spent on the bus, but the guide David, filled much of the downtime with historical stories regarding Belfast and the “troubles,” and even some music. He was great! They also strategically placed breaks for bathrooms and snacks into the bus rides. The black taxi tour was unbelievable, as we were guided by a man named Liam who was 13 and living in Belfast when the troubles began. He brought us to key areas to point out where situations may have occurred, including the peace wall that still exists, and so many murals. He educated us very thoughtfully and authentically, as only someone who had grown up within it could do. I have to add that Dunluce Castle and the Giant’s Causeway were equally fantastic! On this late December day, we were blessed with wonderful sunny weather. Don’t hesitate to not take this tour because of the long bus ride; it was well worth the time and the money!
Unlocking the Past
travelingvegan2,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My daughter and I went on the tour to Giant's Causeway and it was a memorable experience for many reasons. The tour guide on the bus, Una, was fabulous with her knowledge, memories and humor. The guide in Belfast, Kevin, explained the history of the town and the issues around the politics and history in a way that illumined everything for us! Bravo! Ginny 2025
Out tour guide David and...
Mahalee J,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Out tour guide David and driver Krishna were helpful, knowledgeable and funny! We had an amazing time!
We had very little...
Jennifer M,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had very little knowledge of the history of Ireland and the conflict between Catholic and Protestant. This tour provided a very good overview. The Giants Causeway was amazing.
Exceptional!
358angied,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such a truly exceptional experience! We did the black cab tour in Belfast (the other option was the Titanic Museum), and I'm so glad we did. We learned so much about the Troubles from someone close to them. Dunluce Castle was wonderful and picturesque, and Giant's Causeway was one of my favorite places on our trip! Our guide and driver were both awesome, and we learned a ton on the way there and back. I get motion sickness, so I noted that at time of booking and got one of the seats set out specifically for those with motion sickness. As such, I really wasn't affected (although I also had some Dramamine on-board). Clean, well-working bus.