Top Northern Ireland Arts & Design

Explore the ramparts of Derry at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour of the city's 400-year-old walls. You'll learn about hundreds of years of local history, from Derry's early establishment under Saint Columba, up through the Siege of Derry, through The Troubles, and beyond. The app’s maps and audio are available for offline use, so you won’t need to use any data.

Swap crowded buses for a more intimate and personalized way of exploring Belfast—a private taxi tour. Learn about "The Troubles" that divided the city, and see its famous murals up close; including the Peace Wall, where you can sign your name. During the tour, find out about 800 years of history, and have the chance to visit the Memorial Gardens too.

Belfast’s history of conflict can be tricky for visitors to understand. Learn about the Troubles directly from the people that were affected on this private history tour. Hop into a black taxi and set off with your driver-guide to see world-famous landmarks including Falls Road, the Peace Wall, and Shankill, and gain intimate insight into the dark past and hopeful future of the vibrant Northern Irish capital.

Learn about the political history of Belfast with a city tour. See the famous murals on Falls Road and Shankill Road and hear stories about the period of history in Northern Ireland known as The Troubles. Explore several neighborhoods with a private guide. Pick-up in the Belfast city center is included.

Break up your walking tour through Belfast by stopping off at recommended local pubs to watch live music and soak up the atmosphere. Don’t worry about traveling in a huge crowd, as this is an intimate small-group tour capped at eight travelers. As well as great pubs and live performances, the tour is also a fantastic way to discover street art by both local and international artists, including a pass-by at Kelly's Cellars.

Delve into the fascinating history of the Titanic at Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic exhibition, on a self-guided tour. Explore the institution at your own pace to discover insightful exhibits detailing the construction, voyage, and legacy of the infamous ship. Enjoy interactive displays, watch audiovisual presentations, and feel the excitement of an exhilarating Shipyard Ride. Receive complimentary entry to the SS Nomadic, the Titanic’s tender ship.

Delve into the rich history and mythology of Navan Fort with the Legendary Navan Fort Tour. This guided experience offers insights into one of Ireland's most iconic ancient sites, featuring a temple built around 95 BC. Expert guides will share the latest archaeological discoveries, illuminating the site's significance as a Royal Site and its spiritual importance in ancient society. Engage with our resident Celtic clan who will narrate tales of valour, rituals, and daily life during the Iron Age. This tour is ideal for history buffs, families, and curious explorers eager to connect with Ireland's legendary past. - Guided tours of Navan Fort led by knowledgeable experts - Discover the history and archaeology of this ancient site - Meet the resident Celtic clan and hear tales from the Iron Age - Perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and curious travellers Please note: On Saturdays & Sundays (and daily in July and August) the 12:30pm tour is a family tour, Meet the Warriors.

Guided tour: A knowledgeable guide will lead you through the Bogside, sharing insights into the city's complex history and the events that shaped it. Murals: You'll see the iconic murals that make up The People's Gallery, including depictions of civil rights, Bloody Sunday, hunger strikes and the peace mural. Bloody Sunday: You'll visit the site of the Bloody Sunday massacre, where 14 unarmed civilians were murdered by British Paratroopers in 1972. Your guide will provide context and personal stories about the event. Historical context: You'll gain a deeper understanding of the conflict, the civil rights movement, and the impact of these events on the people of Derry. Local perspectives: Your guide will share local stories, experiences, and perspectives, providing a unique and personal insight into the city's history. The tour will take you through the streets of the Bogside where the events unfolded.

Come and explore the sights and sounds of a vibrant music city with a specialist music guide and musician! Belfast is the only city on the island of Ireland to have gained the status of UNESCO City of Music. This fun walking tour is the only tour to cover a wide range of music genres - from folk and pop to punk, and from classical and hip hop to jazz and lots more! Guests will enjoy a special tour playlist along the way. You will see some cool music venues, including traditional bars and clubs, historic buildings, open air performance spaces and even a church. Your knowledgeable and passionate guide, Dolores, will share stories about iconic music moments, and many of Belfast's best-known musicians, including Van Morison, Gary Moore, Ruby Murray and Snow Patrol. The tour ends with a visit to the city's contemporary music hub, the Oh Yeah Music Centre, where you will be shown around its NI Music Exhibition.

Get the most out of limited time in Northern Ireland with a visit to the Saint Patrick Centre. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, gain admission to the exhibition by prebooking entry in advance. Once inside, you can learn about the story of St Patrick, dating back to Roman Britain, with an IMAX cinema, sculptures, and impressive exhibits.

Get a local’s perspective on the turbulent history of Belfast during a private tour that takes you to sites of political significance. This private tour gives you the freedom to tailor your itinerary according to what interests you most, and transports you between sights in a traditional black cab, allowing you to cover more in less time.

Discover the magic of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day trip from Belfast. Accompanied by a guide, travel by luxury coach through Northern Ireland’s spectacular countryside. Then arrive at the Giant’s Causeway and discover its natural beauty, as well as the Carrickfergus Castle, the Dark Hedges, and the Caves of Cushendun.

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.

Unique opportunity to have a political insight into THE TROUBLES from both Republican and Loyalist ex-Prisoners. The Peoples Belfast black taxi Political tour allows you listen to the Real people and see the REAL Belfast. Learning all about the troubles in Belfast, what it was like to live through, What happened during the troubles and what it’s like now since the peace process, All drivers have lived through the troubles driving the streets for a living and can give a primary account like no other.

Depart Belfast for a full-day tour of Northern Ireland's spectacular Antrim Coast and the Giant's Causeway. Stop at the cliff-top ruins of Dunluce Castle and learn the history of this former medieval stronghold. Visit the distinct geologic formations that form the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO-listed site.

Explore one of Northern Ireland’s most famous natural treasures on this guided tour of Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Travel into rural Northern Ireland as your guide sheds light on the region’s rich heritage and geology. Take in panoramic views along Antrim’s winding coastal roads, and discover top sites of interest including the Dunluce Castle and the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge. On arrival at the UNESCO–listed Giant’s Causeway, spend two hours exploring at your leisure. Then, enjoy a short stop in Carnlough on route back to Belfast.

Delve into the beautiful Northern Irish countryside—and don’t worry about planning the logistics yourself—on this seamless, full-day tour from Belfast. Board your air-conditioned coach in the morning, and leave the city behind. Visit the Dark Hedges (which served as a "Game of Thrones" filming location), the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway, and Dunluce Castle. As you go, learn more about the sights from your guide.

Explore historic Belfast in an open-top double-decker bus on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour.  With your 1- or 2-day pass, create your own adventure with possible stops at wall murals in Falls and Crumlin Roads, St George's Market, Titanic Dock, and Albert Clock. Enjoy unobstructed views, colorful onboard commentary, and a personalized itinerary.

See the magical location where the hit fantasy drama “Game of Thrones” was filmed on a full-day tour of the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, visit key filming locations while listening to inside stories about popular characters. Ride through the atmospheric, tree-shrouded Dark Hedges Road and marvel at the mystifying rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway.

Discover Belfast’s vibrant spirit on this private, customizable city tour combining history, culture, and modern charm. Start at Belfast City Hall and Donegall Square, then explore the Titanic Quarter and HMS Caroline, where ship-building heritage meets contemporary design. Continue to the creative Cathedral Quarter, alive with street art, cafes, and cobbled lanes. Enjoy scenic moments along the Waterfront Walk and Big Fish Mosaic, blending art and riverside tranquility. Optional stops include St George’s Market and Crumlin Road Gaol, or relax at the serene Botanic Gardens and Queen’s Quarter. Whether by day or illuminated night, this private Belfast ride offers a flexible, comfortable way to experience the city’s highlights and unique character.

Make your own way through Belfast with a 1– or 2–day hop-on hop-off bus tour. On board, you can listen to commentary to learn more about what you’re seeing, or gaze at the scenery. When something catches your eye, get off and explore local landmarks independently. With over 20 stops throughout the city, this bus pass allows you to maximize your time in Belfast.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant's Causeway on this full-day tour from Belfast. Traveling on a coach with extra legroom, you can admire the scenic landscapes and see sites such as Dunluce Castle, the Dark Hedges, Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, and Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Any entrance fees are at your own expense.

The Peacemakers Museum explores how the North of Ireland moved from decades of violent conflict to the peace we all enjoy and maintain today. Located in the famous Bogside area of Derry in the North of Ireland. The small working class area witnessed some of the key events of the conflict including the Battle of the Bogside and Bloody Sunday. The museum explores the period from August 1972 to May 2007 to explain how the conflict evolved into the peace process and the impact of both on the local area. The museum uses artefacts, oral history, archive footage, interactive features and unique displays to explain how the Agreement was reached, its implementation and its potential implications for the future of the island.