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Belfast Black Taxi Tour: A Journey through the Murals of Conflict
4.8
47 Ratings
Belfast
Experience the Belfast Black Taxi Tour and delve into the murals of conflict that tell the story of Northern Ireland's troubled past. Join the original drivers who risked their lives during THE TROUBLES for a unique journey through history.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Falls Road - Falls road birth place of the provisional IRA and Ver15th 1969 the burning of Bombay street.View the peace walls from a catholic point s
- Peace Wall - Come and see the scale of just a few peace walls that cross our city like a chess board.Write a quote on the walls with A list stars and presidents who have quoted words of peace.
- International Mural Wall Divis Street - The international depicts the support of nationalist people across the world for Palestines,Cubians,Kurds etc with over 30 murals
- Clonard Monastery - Clonard Monastery built over 100 years ago undered during the second world war as a air raid shelter.The secret peace talks between Gerry Adams and John Hume.
- Shankill Road - Shankill road the heart of loyalism and birth place of the UDA and UVF come enjoy the stories and history behind the murals painted on the gable walls.
What's Included
- Private transportation included
- Complimentary pickup from Belfast city center, within 1km of City Hall
- Additional surcharge for pickup from Train stations, Airports, and Cruise ship ports (cash payment on the day)
What's Not Included
- Pick up from airports,train stations and cruise ship ports
Additional Information
Every metropolis boasts its unique shopping and cafe scene, and Belfast is no exception. However, Belfast has a distinctive history, having emerged from three decades of conflict. The original drivers, who ferried their communities amidst the gunfire and explosions of THE TROUBLES, risked their lives every time they occupied their black cabs.
Northern Ireland has garnered recognition for the mural paintings scattered across the country. These murals, featuring the IRA, UVF, and more, are frequently spotlighted in global news or used as backdrops for interviews. They narrate the historical and political milieu of varied traditions and serve as a symbolic method of staking territory. Despite their ominous appearances, these murals have turned into a tourist magnet, rivaling the standard attractions in Belfast and beyond.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Falls Road
139 Falls Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(47 Ratings)
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G4801lqtonya
Apr 10, 2024
Two hours with a Top man - IIt was brilliant from the off hotel reception booked it.Sean turned up bang on time and in 2 hours increased our knowledge and understanding of the troubles immensely. Best 2 hours spent im a long time thanks to Seans insight, measured views, and experiences Can't praise him and our time other tour highly enough
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Solsc7912da
Feb 18, 2024
Informative, thought provoking & excellent value for money. - We cannot recommend this tour highly enough. Jake, our tour guide, was extremely informative giving us insight and knowledge that we did not have before. We were impressed with just how much was included in the tour. We will be recommending it to anyone we know visiting Belfast.
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Jbwheel
Sep 5, 2023
JR rocks as a guide! - Our guide JR was fantastic! He clearly led us through a history of the “Troubles”. JR pointed out details of the gates, walls and murals we would not have seen. We recommend JR with no hesitation. He has a good sense of humor too.
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Michelle_e
Jul 24, 2023
Educational - If you want to learn about the history of Belfast and its struggles, this is it. Our driver lived through the upheaval, but had a positive, and informative attitude in explaining it to us. It is a heavy, emotional tour, but he tried to lighten up the mood at times. After the tour, you will need to do something fun and light hearted. We went to a pub!
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Martincf2160ip
Jul 9, 2023
Tony is the man!!!! - Tony was a fantastic guide full of information clearly passionate about his job and his city, would highly recommend booking Tony as your guide
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Jaronez1
Jun 27, 2023
Michael is hilarious - Michael provided a welcoming sense of humor for a tour about great division. He's patient and very knowledgeable while driving around the area. Would do it again for sure.
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Markcm5916cg
May 3, 2023
A brilliant insight into Belfasts turbulent past - We grew up in the times of the Troubles and had a mainland perspective. This tour gave us visits to Loyalist and Republican murals with a history of the conflict. Our guide, Stevie G was extremely knowledgeable whilst giving a balanced perspective . If you’re visiting Belfast, this tour is a must and if you get Stevie, then you’ve struck gold. Probably the best city tour we’ve ever had.
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Sc19672015
Apr 27, 2023
Great tour - Very interesting and balanced tour , which was filled with stories, pictures and information on both sides .
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528nelsonk
Jul 5, 2023
Great tour. - Great tour. Very good information provided. Great insight to the Troubles. The guide was very knowledgeable and highly entertaining.
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Clark_d
Mar 21, 2024
It was in a Mini Van that the PA system didn't work in. I Would expect a Black Taxi Tour to actually be in a black taxi. - When I book a tour called a Black Taxi tour, I would expect it to be in a black taxi, not a mini van.
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