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Private Political History and Murals Tour Belfast

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Belfast, Northern Ireland
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On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.

90 to 105 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Learn the truth about the Troubles in Belfast starting way back in the late 1960s, visit where it happened and hear the stories of murders, collusion, bombings and rioting from locals that lived through it all. Patrol the Famous Peace walls still dividing The Unionist Shankill Road and the Nationalist Falls Road. Explore the Wall Murals that tell stories of the paramilitaries involved and the innocent people that lost their lives.

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What's Included

  • Hotel pickup (optional) within Belfast (with conditions)
  • Private transportation
  • Stops at key sites
  • Gratuities not included
  • Extra pickup fee if your location is >1 km from Belfast City Hall (additional charge may apply)
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We thank you for considering us to explore Belfast with. While we will pick up from any location in Belfast and further please note that if your pick up location is located more than 1km from Belfast City Hall a small fee on the day may be added equal to taxi fare starting from £10 (this is NOT per person). We will message you to confirm this.

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10 Donegall Square South
Belfast BT1 5JD, UK

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Peace Wall

At the Peace Wall your will have an opportunity to exit the vehicle and walk the walls, learn story behind why the walls are there and sign a good luck message to future generations.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shankill Road

Exploring the Shankill Road you will learn about Loyalist paramilitaries, the people of the area and events that took place during The Troubles.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bobby Sands Mural

Exploring the Falls Road you will learn about Republican paramilitaries, the reasons behind their uprising, the people of the area and events that took place during The Troubles.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Crumlin Road Gaol

Drive by the old prison and Court House to learn about where many of the people involved during the troubles where held and sentenced. You do not enter the jail at this time only to see from the outside.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Political History and Murals Tour Belfast?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-326231P1

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Hotel pickup (optional) within Belfast (with conditions)
  • Private transportation
  • Stops at key sites
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private tour experience
  • Gratuities not included
  • Extra pickup fee if your location is >1 km from Belfast City Hall (additional charge may apply)
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infant seats available upon prior request.
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicle must be requested prior to tour.

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