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The Story of Belfast walking tour with a local guide
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97 Ratings
Belfast
Embark on a small group walking tour of Belfast, delving into centuries of intrigue, revolution, and industrial greatness. Discover ancient buildings and hear captivating stories of the city’s past and present.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- City Hall - We spend time exploring the surrounding area delving into its history and unique architecture.
- Grand Opera House - We look at and discuss the Opera House, the Crown Bar and the Europa Hotel.
- Ulster Hall - We stop beside this building and hear about the many different characters and acts who have graced its stage in its 160+ years
- The Belfast Entries - This is “old Belfast” and we walk in the footsteps of many of the city’s leading historical characters.
- St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church - The city’s first catholic church and the heart of “folktown”.
- Kelly’s Cellars - We visit Belfast’s oldest family owned bar and hear stories of its connection to revolution and dissent.
- Linen Quarter BID - The main linen warehouses from the mid 1800s
- Queen’s Arcade, Belfast - Victorian shopping arcade
- Assembly Rooms Belfast - Belfast’s oldest public building
- First Presbyterian Church - Learn about the place where Belfast leaders and revolutionaries met and worshipped.
- The Crown Liquor Saloon - Visit the iconic Victorian gon palace. Hear the story behind it and marvel at its amazing interior.
- Europa Hotel - See the famous city centre hotel, home to the world’s press and media during the Troubles.
What's Included
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- Inclusive of all fees and taxes
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- gratuities
Additional Information
Join me on this small group tour of maximum 8 people as the perfect introduction to the city. I prioritise an exclusive experience with more interaction between group and guide and where you are encouraged to ask questions. My tour focuses on the history, culture and politics of my home town and country. Learn about Belfast’s history during a guided walking tour We walk at a gentle pace on a flat surface. Rest stops available Learn the secrets hidden within the old lanes and buildings Enjoy a small group limit of 8 people Not getting lost: the benefit from having a local born guide to navigate
- This is a walking tour. We recommend comfortable shoes.
- This tour takes place in all weathers. Please dress appropriately.
Location
City Hall
.Left hand side of the front gates at Belfast City Hall. Guide will be wearing Odyssey Tours jacket .
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Connector42336373844
Jul 12, 2024
Excellent! - Martin was great! Very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. He knew all the history and has a great passion for his subject, with personal and often humorous anecdotes to add to the interest. Would highly recommend. M&K
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Mikeh4257
Jul 9, 2024
Excellent, comprehensive tour of Belfast city centre - Martin was a genial, knowledgeable and entertaining host. We can thoroughly recommend the tour with him for its comprehensive coverage of 2000 years of the history of Belfast. He only takes shall groups which makes the most of his personal attention.
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Kim
Jun 27, 2024
Packed with information with the history of Belfast - Martin the tour guide for Odyssey walking tours was excellent very knowledgable with all the information regarding the history of Belfast and he made the tour very interesting and understandable
Thank you Martin from Kim and carle
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Michael_g
Jun 25, 2024
Excellent experience - Martin did a great job! He was very knowledgeable, he told great stories, and he was fun to be with! We would go on a tour with Martin again! Excellent experience.
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Andy_z
Jun 22, 2024
One of the best ever with a brilliant guide - A huge thank you to Martin at Odyssey Walking tours for an excellent, well paced, friendly and informative few hours getting to know more about the city of Belfast. We have been on many walking tours however this one is a stand out. Martin was one of the most knowledgeabl and friendly guides and we really enjoyed his company. The depth of history was impressive and the best bit was how he sprinkled in personal anecdotes to bring this city to life. Highly recommended tour with a wonderful person.
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Ariannaf869
Jun 2, 2024
Highly recommended! - Excellent tour lead by Martin. Martin is spectacular, he took us through the history of Belfast and Norther Ireland in a very engaging manner. He has also kindly followed up with us specifically regarding the tour we were doing the next days in the northern coast to suggest us some spots to go to. He is passionate about what he does and cares about people learning more about his beloved country!
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Davidmi3894gl
May 30, 2024
Great Walking Tour of Belfast! - I highly recommend Mr. Martin Campbell's walking tour of Belfast! It is very clear how knowledgeable and passionate he is about the city he lives in! Given the complicated history of Belfast, Mr. Campbell is a balanced observer of its many years - from its beginning to its current circumstances. He shares a variety of stories - scientific, economic, cultural in an engaging fashion. An enjoyable event with a great presenter!
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Donca3798xl
May 30, 2024
Informative and Fun... - In May '24 we had a Belfast tour with Martin and it was excellent. Martin is both incredibly knowledgeable and at the same time very "human" and entertaining. I recommend him to anyone that wants an introduction to Belfast (and Irish) history.
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Don_c
May 29, 2024
Very Knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining, - Martin was both a very knowledgeable guide and well as an entertaining person. We (my wife and I, as well as our friends) really enjoyed the three hours spent with him! Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to understand Belfast and Northern Ireland better.
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Juliegl6726sb
May 23, 2024
good experience - I enjoyed it very much It was very informative
It was an enjoyable walking tour. Martin was a very nice. I would recommend his walking tour in Belfast.
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