BEST OF · BELFAST STREET ART TOURS
The Falls, the Shankill and the peace line between them, explained by drivers and guides who grew up on one side of it. These 15 are priced and timed, with the private cars separated from the shared departures.
Ride through Belfast’s Falls and Shankill districts with local guides such as Edward, Jim, Sean, or Nigel. See Divis Tower, Bombay Street, the International Wall, Peace Wall, Crumlin Road Gaol, and major murals while learning how the Troubles shaped both communities.
“Informative, insightful, with a fabulous injection of Irish humour.”
Ride through Belfast with a certified local guide such as Jackie, Jimmy, Tony, Pat, or Michael. You’ll visit the Bobby Sands mural, International Mural Wall, Peace Wall, Falls Road, and Shankill Road while hearing personal and historical context from both sides of the conflict.
“Very nice tour with a brilliant, knowledgeable and fun guide Michael. Went to both Protestant and Republican areas, and the peace wall. Highly recommend. Only wish, we had seen a few more of the murals.”
Ride through Belfast with a local guide such as Joe, John, Jackie, or Kieran, stopping at the Bobby Sands mural, Peace Wall, Divis, Clonard Monastery, and Shankill Road. Expect personal stories, balanced discussion of both sides of The Troubles, and an air-conditioned vehicle.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable. He lived thru the troubles and even lost his job because of his religion. It really opened our eyes to what had occurred I highly recommend this tour”
Ride through Belfast in a traditional black taxi with local guide Hugh Jordan, stopping at murals, Divis Tower, Bombay Street and the Peace Wall. Hear personal accounts of the Troubles, ask questions freely, and sign the wall before returning to a central hotel or selected city stop.
“Hugh managed to convey the complexity of the historical and present day. We found his manner to be very friendly and were able to ask lots of uninformed questions . would highly recommend”
Ride through Belfast with a local guide such as Jim, Sean, or Patrick, stopping at Divis Tower, the Peace Wall, and murals along Falls and Shankill Road. This private 90-minute tour offers personal insight into The Troubles, time for photographs, and pickup from Belfast city-centre hotels.
“Sean was very informative. Really enjoyed the experience. Got to stop and take pictures and also sign the peace wall.”
Take a 1.5-hour private black-cab tour through Belfast’s Falls and Shankill areas with a local guide such as Paul, Joe, Henry, or Kevin. See political murals, conflict memorials, no-man’s-land, and the Peace Wall while hearing personal accounts of growing up during the Troubles.
“We loved meeting a local who was willing to share their experiences and knowledge of their town”
Spend two private hours with a Belfast black-cab guide such as Harry, Sean, Danny, Brendan, David, Joe, or Tommy. Visit Falls Road, Shankill Road, Bombay Street, Clonard Monastery, the International Mural Wall, and a peace wall while learning how Belfast’s divided communities shaped the city.
“Growing up reading and watching the issues in Belfast, I now understand it. Our driver, I think Joe was very open to explaining and answering questions, the tour certainly gave us a different perspective to what we were led to believe. This is a great tour in understanding the peoples challenge.”
Ride through Belfast with a local guide such as Sean, Brian, Brendan, or Thomas, stopping at the Peace Wall, Shankill Road, Bobby Sands Mural, and Crumlin Road Gaol. Expect a thoughtful, personal account of The Troubles, with time to ask questions and walk beside the murals.
“Sean was extremely knowledgeable and gave a wonderful history of The Troubles! Faster than reading a book, and he recommended several books if we wanted to dive deeper.”
Spend about six hours touring Belfast’s murals and peace walls, the Dark Hedges, Bushmills, and Giant’s Causeway. A local driver-guide such as Brian, Benn, or Lindsey handles the history and road narration. Carrick-a-Rede is viewed from a distance, and the bridge may be closed to coach groups.
“Good tour. I would have traded the Bushmills distillery with time at the castle ruins. Also fix the ac in the coach. It was a little uncomfortable.”
Walk roughly 6 kilometers through Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter and west Belfast with local guide Marti. See modern street art, Loyalist and Republican murals, the Peace Wall, and the Bobby Sands mural while learning about the Troubles and Belfast’s ongoing work toward peace.
“Marty offers unique tours. He keeps the group small. He is very knowledgeable and will try his best for you to learn as much as you can. For me it was too much information in little time but this is personal because some people prefer it that way. His English accent is clear. Easy to understand. You need to keep pace with him not to miss anything he says. Be aware he doesn’t use a microphone like other guides do. He walks fast. Think if you would also be able to walk fast. We walked a bit more than 6km in 3h. He loves teaching and showing, and will do…”
Spend about eight hours with a private local guide, touring Belfast and the Antrim Coast in a Mercedes. Visit Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-A-Rede, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges and more, then see Belfast’s Falls and Shankill murals. Pickup, WiFi, water and snacks are included.
“We had an amazing trip to Giants Causeway and the north coast with Paul as our tour guide. The coast is gorgeous and the Giants Causeway is a must see. We stopped at the Dark Hedges along the way and Ballintoy Harbor. We braved crossing the Carrick a Rede rope in high winds. An experience we will remember forever! We also enjoyed our whiskey tasting at Bushmills Distillery. I would definitely recommend this trip for all who travel to Northern Ireland.”
Join Hugh Jordan for a 90-minute private black taxi tour through Belfast’s Falls Road, Shankill Road, Divis area, and Peace Wall. You’ll see major political murals, memorials, and interface walls while hearing a local account of the Troubles. Central Belfast pickup and drop-off are included.
“The one on one conversation with the driver was very informative and he was incredibly friendly. He felt like a teacher and s friend wrapped into one”
Join local guide Marti for a three-hour, small-group walk through West Belfast. See Shankill and Falls murals, the Peace Wall, Divis Road street art, and Re-imaging projects while learning about the Troubles and current peace work. Expect about 7,500 steps, strong English, and weather-ready shoes.
“Marti was an informative tour guide with a wealth of historical knowledge and perspectives about Belfast. It was so lovely to learn from him, and I would definitely recommend his tour! It is a great way to explore the city through art and culture!”
Spend about two hours in a traditional black taxi, visiting Belfast’s Falls and Shankill districts, the Peace Wall, Bobby Sands mural, Clonard, Divis, and major political artwork. Your local driver explains the conflict, its communities, and the city’s path toward peace.
“Driver was courteous and informative . A little scary regarding what we should and shouldn’t say . So we were silent listened and respected the story. Once we got into the swing of it , it was enjoyable but sobering”
Spend about three hours with guides such as Barry, Paula, or Joe exploring Belfast’s Republican heartland, Shankill Road, peace walls, Milltown Cemetery, murals, and a private Irish Republican museum. Expect a personal, Republican-focused account, private transport, and time for questions.
“Great tour and very knowledgeable guide - full of banter. The trip took around three hours and the driver very kindly stopped at a flower shop to allow us to buy flowers to put on a family grave in the Milltown Cemetery.”
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