Top 10 Two-Hour Experiences in Northern Ireland

1.2 Hour Private Belfast Taxi Cab Tour of Troubles & Peace walls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $117Our pick

Ride through Belfast in a private black taxi with a local guide such as Harry, Sean, Danny, Brendan, or David. Stop at Falls Road, Shankill Road, the peace wall, Bombay Street, Clonard Monastery, and the International Mural Wall. Expect personal stories, difficult history, and time for questions.

“Sean was very knowledgeable about the history and politics involved in the wall . He was very friendly and took his time explaining.”

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2.2 hours Belfast Original Drivers The Troubles Black Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $101Best value

Ride through Belfast’s Shankill and Falls roads with a private driver-guide such as Ricky, Sean, Brendan, or Kevin. Hear local accounts of *The Troubles*, see loyalist and republican murals, visit the Peace Walls, and stop at the Bobby Sands mural. Hotel pickup within central Belfast is included.

“We had an amazing and informative political black cab tour by Brendan. His knowledge of the local history was second to none! He actively invited questions and shared the history of both sides in a very sensitive manner. He educated us on modern feelings and issues that were enlightening to hear. Would thoroughly recommend! 5/5!”

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3.World Famous Belfast City Centre Black Cab/Taxi Tour 2 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 177 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $111

Spend two hours in a private Belfast black cab with guides such as Ricky, Brendan, Patrick, or Kevin. See Divis, Falls Road, Bobby Sands’ mural, Shankill Road, Clonard Monastery, and the Peace Wall while hearing personal accounts of the Troubles. Hotel, port, and Titanic Museum pickup may be available.

“This joined the dots about growing up on the neighbouring island and hearing and seeing news about the terrible and tragic events unfolding in Belfast. Full on and visceral at times. We knew the names of so many of the streets and locations but didn’t quite get the same detail transmitted to us through media in the 70s, 80s & 90s.”

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4.Original Private Belfast Troubles and Peace Cab/Taxi Tour 2 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $122

Spend two hours in a private Belfast black taxi with a local guide such as Brendan, Brennan, Ricky, or John. Visit Falls Road, Shankill Road, Bombay Street, the Peace Wall, murals, and optional Clonard Monastery, with pickup near Belfast City Hall.

“Driver and guide Brennan provided a terrific tour of the political hot spots of Belfast. We really appreciated his local knowledge and experience, and learned so much that we hadn't known even though we'd thought ourselves well-informed. Plenty of opportunities to get out of the car and take photos, too.”

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5.Original Drivers Belfast Taxi/Cab Tour 2 hour private adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $124

Spend two hours with a Belfast cab driver such as Davy or Brendan, visiting Shankill Road, Divis, the Peace Wall, Clonard Monastery, and major murals. This private English-language tour gives you close-up views and personal stories, with pickup near central Belfast or the port.

“Our driver Brendan was very knowledgeable. He gave us a good concise history of the politics of the area. Brendan even made it interesting to my teen. She learned a lot about the history of the troubles. I highly recommend Brendan and this tour!!!”

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6.Award Winning Private 2 Hour Belfast Political Black Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $137

Spend about two hours with a private English-speaking guide tracing Belfast’s divided past. Visit Bobby Sands’ mural, the Peace Wall, Divis Street, Clonard Monastery, and Shankill Road. Pickup is free near Belfast City Hall, though the vehicle may be a minivan rather than a black taxi.

“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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7.Award Winning Express 2 Hours Belfast Black Taxi/Cab tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

Ride through Belfast with a local guide who can explain the Troubles from personal experience. In two private hours, visit Shankill Road, Divis Street, the Bobby Sands mural, the Peace Wall, and Clonard Monastery, with hotel pickup near Belfast City Hall.

“It was a somber and informative tour. I had a passing knowledge of the stife between the Protestants and Catholics, so it was good learning more about the subject. Our tour guide was also able to speak from his own direct experience from the Troubles. The guide and tour company were very flexible with their scheduling. I definitely recommend the tour.”

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8.2 Hours Republican & Loyalist Mural Black Taxi Tour from Belfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $103

Ride through Belfast with a local black taxi guide such as Jim, Ricki, or Brendan, stopping at Republican and Loyalist murals, Clonard Monastery, the Falls Road, Shankill Road, and the Peace Wall. Expect personal stories, clear context, and pickup within 1 kilometer of City Hall.

“Best tour I’ve taken in my life. Super interesting and informative. Jarrod was exceptional and made our trip.”

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9.World Famous Private Belfast Troubles Taxi Cab Tour 2 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $121

Spend two hours in a private Belfast black cab with a local guide such as Brendan, Gerard, or Sean. Visit the Bobby Sands mural, Falls Road, Shankill Road, Divis, the International Mural Wall, and the Peace Wall, with hotel pickup near City Hall.

“Very informative and balanced trip over 2 hours. Good balance between background of history and live visits of venues. Would thoroughly recommend this trip, very enjoyable and enlightening.”

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10.2 Hour Terror and Mural History Belfast taxi Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $190

This two-hour Belfast taxi tour follows the city’s Troubles-era fault lines, from the Peace Wall and Bobby Sands mural to Clonard, Bombay Street, Crumlin Road Gaol, and Shankill Road. Expect an English-speaking guide, hotel-area pickup, a small-group setting, and direct historical commentary.

“By far the best tour I’ve been on in the UK. Very informative and will help me write an important paper about it. My guide was actually shot during the Troubles, gave an equal and balanced view of both sides of the conflict, and showed me and talked to me about a lot of things the UK government doesn’t want the general international community to know. This is an essential tour for those who respect history or are involved in modern politics.”

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