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Walk in the footsteps of giants on this full-day tour of the Giant’s Causeway from Belfast! Visit the UNESCO-listed natural wonder along the rugged Antrim coast and hear tales about the mythical giant, Finn McCool, from your guide. Visit the mysterious Dark Hedges, a film location for the hit TV show Game of Thrones, and stop at the dramatic Dunluce Castle ruins. Enjoy WiFi on board during your journey.

Group ghost tours in Belfast can move slowly through the city as you wait on others, but this Belfast Ghosts and Haunted History Self-Guided Game allows you to move through the city at your own pace. Explore Carnegie Oldpark, Clifton Street Cemetery, and other lesser-known places with your private group as you follow along on an app to solve challenges and hear spooky tales.

See Belfast through the eyes of a local on this walking tour. Rather than following a set schedule, you’ll create a plan that best reflects your interests. You can choose to visit the iconic Titanic Museum, stroll down historical streets, or enjoy a Guinness in one of the charming pubs. You don’t have to worry about anything as your guide will help you navigate the city.

Consistently 5 star rated on Tripadvisor, this comprehensive tour is delivered by experts on all aspects of Belfasts history and includes visits to all the key sites in the city. Visitors can expect to learn the details of the political conflict and peace process, the story of the Titanic, the story of Belfasts development as an industrial powerhouse and also enjoy some great Irish craic along the way!

Learn all about what life in Belfast was like during the Troubles—and discover many of the city’s most vibrant and powerful murals—during this private, black-cab tour. Pick a tour time that works best for your schedule and meet your driver at your local hotel (or other preferred pickup point). Go on a tour of the city, and see many of its major highlights, discover numerous murals from the era, and hear first-hand stories from your guide as you go.

Gain a deeper understanding of Derry's recent history, wandering through the Bogside with a local guide. Visit the streets where pivotal events unfolded, explore the internationally renowned People's Gallery murals, and hear the stories, perspectives, and historical context behind Bloody Sunday and the Northern Ireland civil rights movement. It's a powerful opportunity to understand the city beyond what books and documentaries can convey.

Belfast can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized experience where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. If you’d like to include a museum visit, your guide can design a customized itinerary just for you—simply let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring you only visit the places that matter to you. As you explore the city, you’ll gain insights into local life, culture, and history, uncovering hidden gems and Belfast’s iconic landmarks. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers a deeper connection to the city that you won’t find on your own.

Embark on a voyage you won’t forget with this small-group walking tour along the Maritime Mile. See where the Titanic first touched the water back in 1911, hear stories of the ship, and visit the last remaining vessel of the White Star Line (extra expense). Benefit from the undivided attention of your guide as you ask questions and gain insight into the British ocean liner.

Travel around Belfast like a local in a traditional black taxi and receive insider tips and advice from your experienced cab driver-guide. Learn all about The Troubles as you visit the city’s famous murals and peace walls, stop at Shankill Road, Falls Road, and Divis Street, and hear first-hand accounts of life in Belfast at the time from your guide.

With this walking tour, you can hear authentic local perspectives on Belfast’s turbulent history, as you’ll have the rare opportunity to explore the city with former Republican prisoners. Hear their side of the story, and ask as many questions as you want along the way, as its a private tour for just your personal group. Key points of interest on the Falls Road include the Bobby Sand Murals, and the International Wall.

Fans of the hit TV series “Line of Duty”—this is the tour for you. Save yourself hours researching filming locations from the show and go on this special themed tour instead. Starting from the heart of Belfast, the trip includes stops at the AC-12 HQ, places where ambushes took place, and spots where undercover agents had secret meetings that you’ll likely recognize from the show.

Save hours reading up on Belfast’s turbulent history and go on this private black taxi tour instead. Rather than traveling on a crowded sightseeing bus—enjoy the intimate atmosphere of traveling with a private driver to provide commentary about their own personal experiences of “The Troubles”. Along the way, visit a variety of murals—including the Falls Road Library, the Peace Wall, and Shankill Road.

Don’t settle for a shared group tour that visits places that don’t interest you; elevate your sightseeing and get a more personalized experience by booking a private Belfast city tour. The route can be customized based on your needs, but potential stops include Belfast Cathedral, the Titanic Belfast, and the Botanic Gardens.

Northern Ireland has a unique history that’s worth diving into while in Belfast, but a guidebook can only take you so far. Get more from your visit by booking this Belfast Official Black Cab Taxi Political History Tour. This tour takes you by official black-cab taxi to some of the most memorable historical sites. Plus, a guide tells you the about the past in great details.

A convenient option for time-tight travelers who want to see as much of Northern Ireland as possible in a single day, this tour encompasses the country’s highlights as well as some lesser-known sights. Explore Belfast city with a guide and travel along the Antrim Coast, stopping at the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and the waterfalls of Glenariff Nature Reserve without the hassle of navigation.

This is a great pick for anyone interested in learning about 'The Troubles' in Northern Ireland. Find out about Belfast's 30-year period of civil and political conflict from the perspective of an Irish Republican political activist who is also a member of Sinn Féin. Your private guide reveals personal insights that you wouldn't hear if exploring alone. Along the way, visit the Falls Road, the Peace Walls, Clonard Martyrs, Shankill Road, and Milltown Cemetery.

See the Giant’s Causeway and the best of Belfast on a full-day shore excursion that saves you the stress of booking multiple activities. When your cruise ship docks, board an air-conditioned minivan and take a scenic drive along Antrim’s Causeway Coast. Experience the hexagonal basalt rocks of the Giant’s Causeway and visit the Causeway Visitor Centre (own expense), admire clifftop Dunluce Castle, and enjoy a panoramic tour of Belfast, with free time to shop, stroll, and sightsee. Port pickup and drop-off are included.

This tour of Belfast with a black taxi driver who lived through the civil rights clash of The Troubles allows you to learn loads more about the city's complicated history than you would traveling on your own. Sit back in rapt attention to your driver's narration, as you visit the famous Belfast murals on Falls Road and Shankill Road, painted by ex-prisoners on both sides of the conflict. Hear four versions of the city's history: the British version, the Republican version, the Loyalist version, and the truth according to someone who lived through it. Listening to your guide's narrative helps you make sense of a tangled history that is complicated and difficult to understand for visitors. You'll also see photos and videos depicting the neighborhoods visited on the tour as they were at that time.

Swap Belfast for a private tour to discover multiple dispersed highlights of Northern Ireland in a day. Ride with ease in an air-conditioned vehicle and make stops at notable locations, including Carrickfergus Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and a filming site that was made famous in the “Game of Thrones” TV series—The Dark Hedges.

Deepen your understanding of the story behind Belfast’s murals and the period in history known as “The Troubles”, with this private taxi tour. There’s no need to do any research beforehand, as the driver-guide explains the story of how the conflict began, as you travel between notable sites. Places on the route include the murals of the Falls Road, Shankill Road, the International Mural Wall, and the Peace Wall.

Given its geographical location, contrasting coastal and inland terrain steeped in ancient tradition, some would say that the North West of Ireland is truly the jewel in Ireland’s crown. Derry (or “Doire”) derived from the Gaeilge language word meaning “Oak” is a vibrant city located on the River Foyle in this region. With an abundance of historical landmarks to explore, you will be immersed in its lamentable past while attesting and embracing its transition to an energetic and dynamic city full of flavours and steeped in culture. The bordering County Donegal is a short 3km from the city. On this tour we explore elements of both. ➡️ This chauffeured private day tour is delivered by a Fáilte Ireland accredited driver guide. ➡️ This day tour is flexible and tailored for clients on the day to stop, go and explore. ➡️ Tours commence at 9am and finish at 5pm. Times are approximate and may be subject to change.

Explore the captivating locations used to film epic TV series ‘Game of Thrones’ on a private full-day tour of the Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Rather than rushing with a large group, you'll visit settings of the fantasy drama at your own pace. Hear insider gossip about popular characters from your private guide while gaining insight into the rich Irish culture still preserved in places like Ballytown, Carrick-a-Rede, and Ballintoy Harbour.

Northern Ireland’s dispersed outdoor attractions can be difficult to travel between without your own transport. Instead of having to find a car hire company, this tour makes life easy with a private and personalized trip in a vehicle that can accommodate up to eight passengers. Visit a shortlist of the region’s most interesting sights such as “Game of Thrones” filming locations, the Giant’s Causeway, and Dunluce Castle with the flexibility to request stops and customize the route.

Explore more of Belfast’s top attractions—including the Peace Wall, St Peter’s Cathedral, and more—than you could on foot during this private tour, ideal for first-time visitors. Adapt the itinerary to suit you, enjoy the sights as you’re driven from point to point, and get to grips with Belfast’s complex history, as your private guide provides context on each location.