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The Story of Belfast Walking Tour
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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
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Meet at 10.30am on left side of the front gates facing the Belfast City Hall. Guide will be wearing a blue Odyssey Tours jacket .
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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761anninam
Sep 29, 2024
Would definitely recommend ! - Malcolm is a great tour guide. I’ve now done this tour twice !
He’s informative and friendly. I would definitely recommend.
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Eileenke9799db
Sep 28, 2024
Want to understand our people at the same time as seeing Belfast. This is the tour for you - I’m from the outskirts of Belfast and I thought I knew my city. Until I didn’t. This is the only tour you need to understand our city’s beating heart. Well worth it.
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Tricia_h
Aug 30, 2024
Highly recommended! - Martin is such a warm personable guide…a great raconteur! His love of Belfast is palpable, & his desire to share his knowledge in an unbiased way is refreshing! Might be joining another walk again!!
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Emma_d
Aug 28, 2024
10/10 Would Recommend - Martin was a great tour guide! We loved that he only does small group tours which makes it more personable. We also appreciated that he was able to give his own life experiences along with the history. At the end he gave us his own little cheat sheet of the locations he spoke about in case we wanted to learn more and also gave us a list of recommendations for around the city which was lovely! Would definitely book with Martin again!
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Margaretsutton
Aug 6, 2024
History Walk - Thankyou for a very good History Walk of Belfast. Very knowledgeable and thought provoking insight into Historical events of the area
A mine of information excellent.
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Myraayr
Aug 1, 2024
Visitors to Belfast should start here. - Anyone visiting Belfast should start with this tour. Martin is a local man who really knows the city. He’s very knowledgeable and interesting with it. He’s balanced in his story telling. Martin provided excellent info and recommendations for restaurants etc.
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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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