The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey
Overview
Discover Belfast’s past while exploring life during The Troubles, when conflict, fear, and resilience shaped everyday reality. Guided by two local women — one from a Republican background and one from a Loyalist community — you’ll walk the Falls and Shankill Roads, where murals, streets, and memories reveal how identity, division, and community shaped their childhoods. They share personal stories of loss, strength, everyday routines under threat, and the courage required to hold families and neighborhoods together. Though separated by politics and walls, their experiences reflect a shared determination to protect loved ones and hope for a better future. You’ll also learn how women on both sides supported dialogue, helped sustain the peace process, and continue to work toward reconciliation today. More than a sightseeing tour, this is a reflective, human encounter with lived history — an invitation to hear real voices and understand Belfast through the perspectives of its women.
What's Included
- Two Local certified Guides
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
30 Divis Street
Belfast BT12 4AL, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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B502, Belfast BT13 1EG, UK
This location is approximately 8 minutes from the Start point and 15 minutes back to City Hall. A taxi company is conveniently located at this location if transport is required
What To Expect
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Divis
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
International Mural Wall Divis Street
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Garden of Remembrance
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bobby Sands Mural
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Clonard Monastery
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Peace Wall (pass by)
Peace Wall
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shankill Road
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shankill Road
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
- Tour is approximately 3 miles (4km) walking
- There is a lot of standing at the local places of interest connected with the troubles
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Two Local certified Guides.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Two Local certified Guides
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- 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
- Tour is approximately 3 miles (4km) walking
- There is a lot of standing at the local places of interest connected with the troubles
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
