Top Belfast Historical Tours

Discover the magic of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day trip from Belfast. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by luxury coach through Northern Ireland’s spectacular countryside, and visit attractions like Carrickfergus Castle and the Old Bushmills distillery. Summon your courage to cross the nail-biting Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Then arrive at the Giant’s Causeway to climb the fascinating stones and admire the scenic splendor of the surroundings.

Get a local’s insight into the Troubles that divided Belfast and how they shaped the city and its street art on this intimate street art tour. See colourful murals created by both Republican/Nationalist and Loyalist/Unionist communities, including the celebrated Peace Wall, as you travel around Belfast with ease in your very own Private Transportation! You will visit the areas that where deeply scarred during the conflict as well as learning over 800 years of history. Your guide will provide visual aids to help you imagine how life was like during the Troubles and your tour will visit the politically charged murals from both sides of the divide as well as stopping at the memorial gardens to the dead, stops include a visit to the peace lines and peace walls , you will get to write your name on the largest Peace Wall in Western Europe and leave a message! We Also Provide Umbrellas for when it's raining! Several start times are available so this Private tour will slot into most schedules.

Since the official end of the Troubles in Northern Ireland, Belfast has flourished, though the impact of the 30-year conflict is still keenly felt by those who live there. On this walking tour, visit locations where key events took place and get an insider perspective on the conflict, its lingering effects, and Northern Ireland’s path to peace.

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. Take in the views from the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, and explore Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, then visit the distinct geologic formations that form the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO-listed site.

We are the only company in Belfast that is owned by a catholic and Protestant doing what we do we give you a Non-biased tour on the past troubles in Northern Ireland.

Discover the poignant and politically charged artworks that adorn Belfast’s streets on this mural tour. Learn about the city’s compelling street art and how its striking murals marked the conflicts and protests of The Troubles of Northern Ireland. See the colorful murals created by both the Nationalist and Loyalist communities, including the notorious Peace Wall, featuring the signatures of the Dalai Lama and President Clinton.

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 Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, 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.

Explore one of Northern Ireland’s most famous natural attractions on this full-day Giant’s Causeway tour from Belfast. Follow the Antrim Coastal Road as your guide explains the region’s history and geology. Take in landmarks including Antrim Coastal Road, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and 'Game of Thrones' filming locations, including the Dark Hedges plus much more. Head on to the magnificent Giant's Causeway and gain insight into the geological phenomenon and hear tales of Irish folklore from centuries passed. Take in panoramic coastal views, then return to Belfast.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant's Causeway on this full-day tour from Belfast. Traveling on a coach with extra leg room and a maximum of just 19 passengers, 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.

Belfast is known for its heritage and landmarks, but gaining intimate insight can be difficult on a self-led tour. Discover the city with a local, and learn about its history and culture as you visit locations including Waterfront Hall, the Cathedral Quarter, and Belfast City Hall. Benefit from the more personalized experience of a small-group tour, and receive a 10% discount in a local gift shop.

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, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge (which, when the weather is good, you can cross at no extra cost), and more. As you go, learn more about the sights from your guide.

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.

With just one day to explore Northern Ireland, combine two popular day trips into one tour. Enjoy dramatic ocean views along the Antrim Coastal Route, see the UNESCO-listed Giants Causeway, then visit memorable Game of Thrones filming locations, including the Dark Hedges and Ballintoy Harbour.

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.

Maximize your time in Northern Ireland and cover more ground in just one day than you could on public transit during this private excursion to the Antrim Coast, Giant’s Causeway, and more. Ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, you can even customize the itinerary to your tastes without the hassle of arranging the logistics.

It would be a missed opportunity to travel to Belfast without seeing the amazing Giant's Causeway, a natural phenomenon along the coast north of Belfast that has to be seen to be believed. Get transported in an executive Mercedes V Class or S Class and stop at at castles and rustic villages along the way. After the visit to the Giant's Causeway, head to the nearby village of Bushmills, home to the famed distillery of the same name.

Step across Belfast’s divisions—and learn what life was like during the Troubles—on this powerful, two-in-one tour. You’ll have the rare chance to explore the city with two different guides: both former political prisoners, one with Loyalist and one with Republican allegiances. In their company, you’ll learn more about the era in history, will see the city’s murals, will tour Catholic Falls Road and Protestant Shankill Road, and more.

The History of the Troubles is a live online experience. Hosted by Paul Donnelly (Top U.K. Tour Guide 2019 - World Guide Awards), the experience is made up of two parts, a 60 minute audio visual presentation and virtual tour of Northern Ireland which will explain the history of the conflict that we know as the Troubles and also the path to peace. This is followed by a fully interactive Q&A and discussion session where you can engage with Paul and Mark and ask questions and learn about our experiences, we expect the total duration to be between 90 minutes and 2 hours. The total Experience will allow you to discover the events which led up to violence breaking out in the 1960’s, the realities of growing up and living your life during the conflict, how we achieved peace, and our challenges going forward. We promise an enriching, amazing, engaging, educational & powerful experience. The Experience runs on Saturdays & Sundays at 5pm (British Summer Time). Check your timezone!

The Giant's Causeway is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site and the natural wonder makes a popular choice for a day trip, located along the scenic Antrim Coast 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 the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Carrickfergus Castle and Dunluce Castle.

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.

Leave the guidebook at home and get to know the real Belfast on an evening walking tour led by a local. Gain insight into the capital’s early and modern history as you stroll by attractions such as the Waterfront Hall, the Cathedral Quarter, and City Hall, as well as some hidden gems. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge and receive useful recommendations for the rest of your stay.

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.

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.

During your time in Belfast, take a small-group walking tour and learn more about the 30-year conflict period dubbed the "Troubles." Learn how Belfast transformed from a small settlement to a powerhouse in Northern Ireland from your guide. Discover the politics, religion, art, and architecture that makes Northern Ireland unique as you walk around the capital city.

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.

Gain insight into Belfast’s historical conflict on a private black cab tour, led by a local who lived, and worked, during the Troubles. Transfer with ease between dispersed landmarks, learning more about them from your guide, then hop out for a closer look at sights such as the Falls Road and Shankill murals. Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfer from your central hotel, and receive a free photograph as a memento of your experience.

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). You’ll embark on a several-hour tour of the city. See many of its major highlights, discover numerous murals from the era, and hear first-hand stories from your guide as you go.

Spend a memorable day visiting what is undoubtedly Northern Ireland's most infamous attraction. Travel by coach on a journey you will remember for a lifetime, taking in the spectacular natural beauty that is the Antrim Coastal Road, Carrickfergus Castle, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, the Giant's Causeway, and the Game of Thrones locations, including the Dark Hedges plus much much more. This tour travels the entire coast road from Belfast which is a must-see area of outstanding natural beauty. Not all tours to the Causeway include this but is widely known to be best route to the causeway. To leave this out of your tour would be a big loss!!

The Belfast Murals include hundreds of murals dotted throughout Belfast’s inner city neighborhoods and chronicle key moments in Northern Ireland’s social, cultural, and political history. On this tour, visit some of the most memorable murals and learn about the long and often-violent conflicts between Republicans and Loyalists during the 20th century. Traveling in a classic black taxi, hear first-hand accounts of ‘The Troubles’ from taxi drivers who lived and worked in the city at the time.

Highlights Enjoy a Private tour of the Giant’s Causeway and Antrim Coast Multiple options available, such as Old Bushmills Distillery or Dunluce Castle Marvel at the 50,000 hexagonal basalt columns that form the Giant’s Causeway Experience traditional Irish culture, seaside castles, and World Heritage sites. You will spend the most amazing day sightseeing the very best attractions that Northern Ireland has to offer in your very own Private 6 seat Modern Minivan with air conditioning and Privacy Glass as well as a Professional Driver and Qualified Tour Guide. You can stop whenever you like and we can also Fully Customise your Tour to your very own specific needs and wants. Locations are time dependent.

We have been est over 25 years and our company is unique as our work force is 50% Republican and 50% loyalist work force and as seen on RICK STEVES and ANTHONY BOURDAIN Travel programme

Northern Ireland's number 1 visitor attraction the Giants causeway had over 1 million people visit in 2018. See the breathtaking scenery along the north antrim coast which is considered to be one of the top 5 drives worldwide. At Micks we also take you off the beaten track and show the true beauty that awaits in our wee country which a lot of visitors don't get too see with other tour operators. For those that want to see the best book with us. 100% positive feedback on trip advisor

One of the best ways to deepen your understanding of the conflict in Northern Ireland known as the Troubles is by taking a tour around Belfast with a local who has lived through it. With this Black Taxi Tour, you can do just that. You'll visit Loyalist and Republican neighborhoods, see the city's famous political murals, and learn about what day-to-day life was like during the height of the conflict.

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.

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.

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.

There’s a great deal more to Belfast than its historical conflict. Gain a more comprehensive understanding of life in Belfast on this private walking tour that explores the city’s punk rock scene, global links, the context of the Troubles, and more. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your local guide as you stroll by top landmarks and hidden gems, and receive personalized recommendations for the rest of your visit.

Belfast has a strong cultural of street art, and the Northern Irish city is particularly known for its numerous political murals inspired by themes from The Troubles. With this walking tour, you'll get to see many of the most significant murals in the city and get the chance to visit a project called Re-imagining, which helps local communities create murals of their own.

Our Belfast Mural Tour is conducted by local guides that grew up in the areas you tour through with first hand accounts of the stories painted on the walls. We provide the tour in Executive Mercedes Vehicles to give you the best possible experience! Belfast City was one of the most divided cities in Europe from 1969 through to the 2000's, with small changes in society there has been more inclusion from both sides of the wall and a cultural shift to a more relaxed view on the politics that once governed the streets. The Belfast City Mural Tour will bring you back in time to 1969 where you will be shown the different areas throughout the city where the events unfolded. The tour lasting approximately 90 minutes will see you cover both sides of the wall, the Nationalist Falls Road alongside the Unionist Shankill Road. The art on the walls joined with the stories provided by your guide will leave you on the edge of your seat, they have first hand accounts that are chilling on their own.

We at Belfast Black taxi Tours offer professional, unbiased political and historical tours in Belfast, covering the conflict in the North of Ireland from 1969 until the 2000s. we encourage dialogue and questions from our guest and even friendly debate. We also off Giants Causeway and Game of Thrones tours which are usually around eight hours.