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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.

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.

Enrich your knowledge of Belfast history, and meet someone who put their life at risk during The Troubles—an original black cab driver, who provided a transport service to the people of Falls Road and Shankill Road. This informative tour is a great choice for first-time visitors to Belfast. Enjoy commentary throughout so you learn as you travel and don’t waste a moment. See the Belfast Murals and learn about stories from The Troubles that you likely wouldn’t find out about alone.

Reaching hidden gems along the Causeway Coastal route can be tricky without a car, but this private tour with hotel pickup handles transport for you. Skip the crowds and explore top sights such as the Old Bushmills Distillery, Giant’s Causeway, the Dark Hedges, and more at your own pace. Stay connected with on-board Wi-Fi and hear fascinating stories from your guide.

Immerse yourself in Belfast's history on this guided walking tour. Get an overview of the city by exploring it on foot whilst learning directly from your guide as you go. Pass by sights including the Titanic Memorial Garden, the Beacon of Hope and Belfast Cathedral. Perfect for first-timers who want to get in as much sightseeing as possible.

Discover Northern Ireland’s dramatic coastline on this full-day shore excursion from Belfast, traveling along the scenic Antrim Coast Road to explore iconic highlights including the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway; stop for photos at the cliff-top ruins of Dunluce Castle, take in sweeping ocean views from Portaneevy Viewpoint overlooking Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and pass through charming villages like Ballycastle and Cushendall in the Glens of Antrim, all with the ease of a guided experience including convenient port pickup and drop-off.

Gain a deeper insight into Belfast’s political history—including stories of “The Troubles” by going on this private tour. To help make your time go further, private transportation between sites is included, with stops to help you see key landmarks up close. Notable locations showcased on the route include the Shankill Road, the Falls Road, and the Peace Wall, where you can see Belfast’s famous murals up close.

Step back into 1912 on this guided tour of the famous Titanic Museum and the Titanic Whiskey Distillery in the city where it all began. Skip the long lines with priority entry and join your guide for an immersive group experience. Hear real passenger stories, see recreated cabins up close, and learn about life below the decks. Afterward, visit the distillery at Thomson Dock where you’ll taste hand-crafted spirits and learn about the whiskey-making process.

A black taxi tour is a comfortable and atmospheric way to learn about Belfast’s history. Enjoy the personalized service of traveling with a private local driver, and hear commentary about the city’s past from a local perspective—something you wouldn’t experience if exploring alone. Along the way, learn about “The Troubles'' as you make stops at the murals at the Falls Road, the Shankill Road, and the Peace Wall.

Maximize time while docked in Belfast with this full-day shore excursion. Explore beyond the city to see a few of Northern Ireland’s top attractions including Giant’s Causeway, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and Carrickfergus Castle. Pick-up and drop-off at the dock in Belfast are included.

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.

The Giant’s Causeway is one of the most popular natural wonders in Northern Ireland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With this tour, get more out of your time in Belfast, by traveling along the entire Antrim Coastal Road and seeing a variety of top landmarks along the way, rather than just the Giant’s Causeway. Highlights include the Carrick-a-Rede Road Bridge, Carrickfergus Castle, and filming sites from “Game of Thrones”.

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.

Cruise passengers whose journey includes a stop at Belfast Port—this is the tour for you. Make the most of limited time by going on a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonder of the Giant’s Causeway. Instead of worrying about organizing car hire, the tour includes round-trip transportation to fit in with your cruise schedule. As well as the Giant’s Causeway, other highlights include Dunluce Castle, the Antrim Coast Road, and Portaneevy viewpoint.

The Giant's Causeway is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, so the natural wonder makes a popular choice for a day trip. Located along the scenic Antrim Coast Road, you won't want to miss a moment focusing on the road. This full-day tour from Belfast makes it possible to maximize your time, combining a tour of the Giant's Causeway with visits to nearby attractions such as Carrickfergus Castle and Dunluce Castle—saving you the stress of self-driving.

Get a quick and stress-free introduction to the city of Belfast with this guided walking tour. Follow your licensed tour guide around the city in a small group as they show you many of the city’s most important attractions. Learn the history of the city and get your bearings, so you can return later to visit inside the attractions that most interest you. This small-group activity is limited to 20 people.

Make the most of your limited time in Northern Ireland on a full day tour, and explore three of the top attractions. Discover the story of the Titanic with an immersive experience at the Titanic Museum, marvel at the wild and beautiful Giant’s Causeway, and walk through the centuries-old Dark Hedges. Enjoy live commentary from your guide and round-trip transportation from Belfast.

Are you looking for a way to see Belfast’s Titanic Quarter without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Take in the story of the SS Nomadic, the last surviving ship of the White Star line, and its unique link to Titanic • Hear from producer Nicky Jones, a qualified tour guide who’s passionate about Northern Ireland’s history • Do it all in 30 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Make the most of your time in Belfast's port with a day-trip along the coast of Northern Ireland. Journey along the Causeway Coast, known for its coastal cliffs, exquisite views, and unique geological formations, which include the famed Giant's Causeway. Afterward, head for the precariously perched ruins of Dunluce Castle, and learning about its tumultuous past, before returning to Belfast for a bit of sightseeing before re-boarding your cruise ship.

The Belfast Murals and Peace Walls are among the city’s most significant historic sites, and visiting with a guide provides important background information about Belfast’s turbulent past. Visit the Falls Road and Shankill Road sites on this 2-hour black taxi tour and listen to stories from your guide, a cab driver who lived and worked in the area during The Troubles.

Check out Northern Ireland's must-see sights on a day-long shore excursion. Start at the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway with its thousands of basalt rock columns. Learn about Irish whiskey at Bushmills Distillery before heading to the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, which connects the mainland to a tiny island. Spend time at the Dark Hedges, a tunnel of beech trees that was featured in Game of Thrones, before ending with a city tour of Belfast.

All street art is political, but Belfast’s is more than most. Get a unique perspective on the city’s troubled past as you tour murals and peace walls painted by people from both sides of the conflict. Travel door-to-door in a private black taxi, with a driver/guide who drove war reporters around the city during the Troubles.

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.

History enthusiasts that want to unpack the complicated history of The Troubles shouldn't miss this private guided tour, where you explore Belfast in a London black cab. Join your guide—one of the drivers that shuttled passengers along the Falls Road and Shankill Road—and learn all about this challenging moment in Ireland's history. As you go, enjoy your guide's live narration, check out historic photographs, and stop to marvel at the now-famous Belfast peace walls.