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We are the only cab tour company in belfast that’s jointly owned by catholic & protestant owners..

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For a deeper understanding of the murals you’ll encounter during your Belfast Murals Tour in a black taxi, our blog titled ‘Belfast Murals Explained’ provides insightful information. This resource delves into the origins of the murals and offers insights into their symbolism, offering valuable context for the historical narratives presented by our knowledgeable black cab tour guides.

These murals, spanning both sides of the 30-year conflict in Belfast, vividly depict the multifaceted aspects of The Troubles. For instance, the Women’s Quilt Mural offers a unique perspective on the experiences of mothers and women during this turbulent period. To enhance your appreciation of the rich history portrayed in these murals, we invite you to read our blog, which can be accessed [here](insert blog link).

In addition to our Belfast Murals Tour, our famous Belfast black taxi guides will take you for a tour of Crumlin Road Jail , known colloquially as ‘The Crum’. Our Belfast Murals Combo Tour is your ticket to visit a jail used in The Troubles. This historic prison held people such as Ian Paisley and De Valera, key figures in the history of The Troubles. This tour of the prison will add context and interesting new perspectives to your tour of the Troubles in Belfast.

Is the only Cab Tour company in Belfast that’s jointly owned by CATHOLIC & PROTESTANT owners.

Delve into the history of our wonderful city of Belfast in one of our famous Black Taxi Tours. Hear the stories behind our tumultuous history in our Belfast taxi tours from our local guides. Belfast was not on everyone’s list of cities to visit when we received global coverage of the violence here.

Now our city has lots to offer, from great hotels to Michelin Star restaurants, and a flourishing nightlife. As well as this, there is a rich history in Belfast of the Troubles with the many murals in Belfast depicting different stories and point of view in communities.

All this can be enjoyed with some Belfast craic and banter when you book a black  taxi tour with Cab Tours Belfast. All our tours are Private.

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Discover the breath-taking beauty of the Northern Ireland North Coast, on a day trip to the Giant’s Causeway. Departing from Belfast, you will be driven in luxury to see the world-famous scenery of the Antrim Coast.

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In 2021, Cab Tours Belfast had the pleasure of taking Mary McAleese, former President of Ireland, on our famous Black Taxi Tour to film a documentary for RTE and BBC to explore the murals in Belfast. If our Belfast murals tour is good enough for the 8th President of Ireland, then we can guarantee it’s good enough for you. Book now to experience the best Black Taxi Tour in Belfast, offering you a unique perspective on the history of the Troubles in Belfast.

Why choose Black Taxi Tours Belfast?

Our Black Taxi Tour of Belfast lasts 90 minutes. On your Belfast Black Taxi Tour you will have the opportunity to take endless photos and sign Belfast’s infamous Peace Wall that still divides our communities. All of our local guides have lived through the suffering of our city and they will give you a better understanding of what it was like to live during this time.

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Over 20 years experience.

Our Belfast Black Taxi Tour Guides have over 20 years’ experience, telling the stories of the Northern Ireland Troubles, what it was like to live through it and how far we have come.

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Our Black Taxi Tours Belfast are suitable for small & large groups, including wheelchair users. If you have any specific requirements, please be sure to tell us at the time of booking.

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We can take the uncertainty out of your trip by collecting you from anywhere in Belfast. Additional fee required for locations outside Belfast city centre.

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Jackie Coulter Mural Belfast. Where and Who?

Jackie Counter was a loyalist paramilitary from Belfast who held the rank of lieutenant in the Ulster Defence Association (UDA) and who was shot and killed by the rival loyalist paramilitary organisation the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) in August 2020, because of a loyalist feud.

The World Famous Bobby Sands Mural Belfast:

Bobby Sands was an IRA commander and hunger striker who died in 1981 in Long Kesh Maze prison whilst serving a 14 year sentence. The Bobby Sands Mural in West Belfast is a world famous mural and one of the murals visited on our award winning Belfast black taxi mural tour. This mural is based upon a photograph of Sands taken during his imprisonment in Long Kesh Prison.

Rick Steves America Features Cab Tours Belfast

Our famous Belfast Murals Black Taxi Cab Tour has been featured by America’s most respected authority on European travel, Rick Steves, on his show and his most recent book “Rick Steves Europe”. Check out the video of Rick featuring Cab Tours Belfast.

The Belfast Murals Explained And Where They Are

Northern Ireland’s murals today are arguably the most famous political murals in the world. This guide lists the murals in Belfast that are worth seeinge.

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Travel Between & Through The Belfast Peacewalls & lines On A Tour Of Discovery - With A Real Taxi Driver Who Worked Through A Period In History Known As The Troubles. Sign The Peacewall - Visit The Famous Murals.

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Depart Central Belfast On A Luxury Coach & Travel The Full Coastal Road All The Way Up To The Mighty Causeway - Be Fully Guided As You Learn About The Myths & Local Legends On Your Adventure.

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Discover the Cities rich shared history and learn about the troubles from a real black taxi driver who worked through this era. Travel between the peacelines and walls.

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Black Cab Tour Belfast: Everything You Need To Know

By Author Keith O'Hara

Posted on Last updated: December 29, 2023

A Black Cab Tour of Belfast is, in my opinion, the best way of getting an insight into the city’s past.

Now, don’t get me wrong – there’s plenty of things to do in Belfast that immerse you in the city’s history, but none compare to a Black Taxi Tour of Belfast.

These driving excursions take you across the city to the murals and peace wall to uncover the city’s turbulent history.

Below, you’ll find everything from what to expect on a Belfast Taxi Tour along with which ones we’d recommend checking out.

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Some quick need-to-knows before taking a Black Cab Tour of Belfast

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Although a Black Taxi Tour of Belfast is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll make your visit that bit more enjoyable.

1. What are they

Belfast Black Cab Tours are given by drivers who lived through the many years of unrest in Northern Ireland. The tours offer a unique understanding of the city’s troubled past and offer an insight into how Belfast has changed over the last decades.

2. Where you’ll visit

Although the itineraries of a Black Cab Tour of Belfast will change depending on the driver, you’ll more than likely see The Shankill Road , The Falls Road , the Belfast Peace Wall , the highlights of the city and the better-known Belfast murals .

3. Are they worth doing

A Black Cab Tour of Belfast is a unique way to discover the city’s past through stories told by someone that lived through The Troubles . These tours are widely regarded as one of the best ways to learn about the city’s history.

What to expect from a Belfast Black Taxi Tour

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If you’ve never heard of the Black Cab Tours of Belfast, I’ll break down what you can expect from them in the section below.

Again, it’s worth noting that there are several tour providers operating in the city, so what each offers may differ slightly.

1. A unique experience

A Black Taxi Tour is one of the most unique things to do in Northern Ireland . It’ll give you a window into the city’s past that you won’t get from any guidebook.

And it’ll treat you to a style of storytelling that’ll captivate you from beginning to end. You’ll also be taken to what are often regarded as no-go areas of Belfast that you arguably wouldn’t want to be visiting solo.

2. An unbiased insight into the Troubles

The tours provide an unbiased view of The Troubles , offering an insight into the tragedies experienced by both communities in Belfast.

You’ll also hear what it was like to live through The Troubles from a person that experienced the good and bad of the last 40 or so years.

3. A look at Belfast’s Murals

Perhaps the most unlikely attraction to come from the Troubles, was the murals that can now be found dotted around Belfast.

Some of the common themes and depictions include of Bobby Sands, Frederick Douglass, the Red Hand of Ulster and Jackie Coulter, amongst many others. 

Three Belfast Taxi Tours well worth doing

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OK, so, you’ve decided that you fancy heading off on one of the Belfast Black Cab Tours – you’re in for a treat!

Below, you’ll find some of the different tours on offer. Note: if you book a tour through a of the links below we may make a tiny commission that helps us keep this site going.

1. The political Belfast Black Cab Tours

The Belfast Political Taxi Tour showcases the history of the Troubles with a visit to the murals around the city, including on The Falls Road and The Shankill Road , two communities still separated by the peace wall. 

Your driver will be a taxi driver who lived through the Troubles, so you’ll be able to get a real insight into the history and ask whatever questions you want to know about this dark period in time.

The drivers are all dedicated to providing an unbiased account, so you can make your own mind up about the city’s divisions at the end of the hour-long drive.

• Price : From £64/€75 per group up to 2
• Duration : 1 hour
• Reviews : 4.8/5 from 1,000+ reviews
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2. Belfast Taxi Tours of the city’s murals and more

The Belfast Taxi Mural Tour is also conducted by drivers that lived during the Troubles. This means that you’ll be able to get a really personal insight into the ups and downs of Belfast’s history. 

The tour takes you to the Peace Wall at The Falls and Shankill Roads to see the famous murals, where the driver will be able to explain the meanings behind the depictions on both sides.

You’ll also be able to find out the local secrets around the city including the best restaurants, with a driver who knows the ins and outs of the city. 

• Price : From £79/€92 per group up to 2
• Duration : 75 minutes
• Reviews : 4.9/5 from 370+ reviews

3. Political Wall Murals and Peacewall

With this slightly longer tour option , you’ll be able to stop for plenty of photos and chat away with your informative driver. All the guides on this tour grew up through the Troubles and are able to give a personal insight of life during the conflict.

The tour also takes you to the peace wall and past all the famous murals (not to be confused with the newer Belfast street art ), where you’ll get the chance of signing your own name on the wall that has divided the city for over 45 years.

You can also be conveniently picked up from wherever you’re staying in the city centre and taken to all the must-see places around town.

• Price : £99/€115 per group up to 2
• Duration 90 minutes
• Reviews : 4.9/5 from 100+ reviews

Black Cab Tour Belfast FAQs

We’ve had a lot of questions over the years asking about everything from ‘Is a Black Cab Tour of Belfast worth it?’ to ‘Which Belfast Black Cab Tours are best?’.

In the section below, we’ve popped in the most FAQs that we’ve received. If you have a question that we haven’t tackled, ask away in the comments section below.

Are the Belfast Black Cab Tours really worth doing?

Yes – 100%! The Belfast Taxi Tours offer a first-hand insight into the city’s past that you won’t find elsewhere and, as you’ll discover from online reviews, they are very well received. 

How long is the Black Cab Tour Belfast?

Tours differ depending on the provider, but they generally last around an hour (make sure to check this in advance).

What do you see on a Black Cab Tour of Belfast?

You’ll see the city’s murals, the peace wall, The Falls and Shankill Roads and corners of the city that saw extensive unrest.

Keith O’Hara has lived in Ireland for 35 years and has spent most of the last 10 creating what is now The Irish Road Trip guide. Over the years, the website has published thousands of meticulously researched Ireland travel guides, welcoming 30 million+ visitors along the way. In 2022, the Irish Road Trip team published the world’s largest collection of Irish Road Trip itineraries . Keith lives in Dublin with his dog Toby and finds writing in the 3rd person minus craic altogether.

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Paul harper

Sunday 26th of March 2023

Well worth doing , our driver was from the republican side . And he told us about his experiences and life during the troubles .he was also very fair , in seeing it from the other sides aspect .( the common man’s side not the establishments) . Belfast is clearly a better place now . I can genuinely say I fell in love with all the people and places I saw . Peace and prosperity to you all

Sunday 8th of January 2023

Are there any Black Cab Tours that can take two couples?

Keith O'Hara

Monday 16th of January 2023

Hey - I'm pretty sure many of them do. You can select a group of four when booking.

Gareth Thomas

Sunday 3rd of October 2021

Hi we arrive on a Sunday and leave on a Wednesday , when would the best time to take the tour please ? Gareth

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We are a Belfast based chauffeur driven taxi tour company with over 38 years taxiing experience.

We strive to give our clients the most informative, fun and unbiased executive tours and trips possible.

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Who we are?

We are a Belfast based chauffeur driven taxi tour company with over 38 years taxiing experience and almost two decades of that offering Belfast political murals tours. We have a specially selected fleet of drivers, who are all local men, from both sides of the community, that have lived and experienced life through the troubles and have their own stories and tales to share with you. 

These men will take you around the city on your tour in a range of licensed 6, 7 and 8 seater London-styled black taxis and larger taxi cabs.

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Exploring Belfast’s Political Murals

A journey through history, the origins of belfast’s political murals.

Stepping inside one of our iconic black cabs in Belfast is not just a means of transportation; it’s an opportunity to delve into the fascinating history and culture of this vibrant city. As you embark on this unique tour, you’ll find yourself transported back in time, exploring the origins of Belfast’s political murals.

These murals offer poignant reminders of Belfast’s troubled past and the conflicts that once divided communities. Created during the height of the Troubles, they serve as visual representations of political and cultural identities, reflecting the hopes, fears, and aspirations of the people.

A Journey Through Belfast’s Streets

Our tour begins by winding through the narrow streets of Belfast, with each turn unveiling a new mural that tells a different story. The famous Falls Road and Shankill Road are two of the areas where murals are most concentrated, and your knowledgeable guide will provide insight into the significance of each piece of art.

As we pass by the murals, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the vibrant colors, intricate details, and powerful messages they convey. From murals depicting historical events to those commemorating individuals who lost their lives in the conflict, each artwork has its own tale to tell.

The Impact of Political Murals Today

While Belfast’s political murals serve as a reminder of the city’s troubled past, they also play a vital role in promoting understanding, dialogue, and reconciliation. Today, these once-divisive artworks have become symbols of unity and hope.

As you take in the murals, you’ll witness firsthand how they have evolved over time. Many artists have moved away from depicting violent scenes and have chosen to focus on themes of peace, community, and cultural diversity. These modern murals not only inspire conversation but also contribute to the vibrant transformation of Belfast as a city.

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Visit the World Famous Bobby Sands IRA Hunger Striker Mural at Sevastopol Street, off the Falls Road in Republican West Belfast.

Take lots of Photos or Selfies!  🖼️🤳📸

You Can Write Your Name On The Longest Peace Wall🧱 in Western Europe!

Bill Clinton And the Dalai Lama Both Signed it.

We can take any size group Large or Small!

We explain about the Conflict known as "The Troubles" and take you around the World Famous Belfast Murals on the Catholic/Nationalist/ Republican Falls Road🇮🇪 and the Loyalist/ Protestant/

Unionist Shankill Road🇬🇧!

Above is the 1981 "Hunger Striker Mural"

We take you around Belfast City in One of Our Fleet of Many Iconic Black Taxis/Cabs that where the Famous Mode of Transport during the Troubles!

Learn About "the Battle of the Falls", Belfast is the Largest Outdoor Art Gallery in the World! There are over 2,000 Murals Painted in Belfast! 🖌️🎨

The Loyalist Murals and Art on the Lower Shankill Estate, UDA/UFF Paramilitary Murals, Belfast.

Sit Back and Relax while we drive you around in an Original Famous Belfast Black Taxi Cab to the most famous sights in Belfast, Visit Both Sides of the Divide in Belfast (Catholic and Protestant), stop for insta worthy photos at Loyalist and Republican Murals!

Above is the William of Orange Mural aka "King Billy!"

Our Tour Guides are both Catholic and Protestant Belfast Born Local Taxi Drivers who Worked and Lived during the Troubles, they will share what life was like during the Conflict!

Above Our Guests at the "Welcome Wall!"

Visit Bombay Street And Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden, See the Houses with Protective Cages!

We Give You Pens Where You Can Write/Sign Your Name on the Biggest Peace Wall! ✍️ 🧱

See How Divided Belfast City is as we Drive you along the Longest Peace Walls in Western Europe! The Bigg est is 3 Miles Long and 45 Feet High,

There are Over Sixty Peace Walls/Gates in Total!

Visit the Loyalist Bayardo Memorial Gardens on the Shankill Road.

Murals Associated with the Loyalist Paramilitaries the Ulster Volunteer Force U.V.F.

Visit Divis Tower Where the British Army Had a Sniper's Nest!

Murals and Gardens Associated with the Irish Republican Army at I.R.A. D-Company, Belfast Brigade, Gardens of Remembrance, Falls Road, West Belfast.

Visit the Republican Clonard Martyrs Memorial Gardens, at Bombay Street.

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Political History Tour (Black Taxi Tour)

On a political tour, you visit the Falls Road and Shankill Road where you learn of the history of conflict between the two communities and witness the Peaceline wall which divides the two.

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Take a tour around Northern Ireland and discover the dramatic scenery used in Game of Thrones & the Giant’s Causeway Tour!

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See some of the most beautiful and iconic locations in all of Northern Ireland. A true Irish experience!

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Learn about the history of Derry & Donegal.Take in the dramatic scenery and listen to the stories of this area from your informative guide on this full-day exploration of Derry and Donegal.

A unique historical & cultural experience

Black taxi tours of Belfast from cabtoursNI.com, providers of the world-famous political historic tours, offer Belfast tours with our experienced and informative tour guides who take you on a unique historical and cultural experience through the streets of Belfast.

On a tour, you visit the Falls Road and Shankill Road where you learn of the history of conflict between the two communities and witness the Peaceline wall which divides the two. Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides explain the many murals which are seen on the Belfast tours as well as many sites which have played important roles in the political history of Belfast. Our guides are happy to cater the tour to your specification and answer any question you may have for them. Our tours have been taken by many people from all over the world including those from the media such as Anthony Bourdain, Vince Vaughn, and George Negus.

As well as political tours of Belfast we also provide sightseeing tours in Northern Ireland such as the Giants Causeway and the beautiful Antrim Coastline.

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Guest Reviews

"Jolene and I still talk about the black taxi tour we took with you, it was one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland."

"The Belfast Taxi Tour is a must in our opinion, you brought it to life and we were very impressed by your enthusiasm and insight of the recent history of Belfast. All the best for the season from Christine and me."

"The tour went far beyond my expectations. I enjoyed every moment and recommend it highly to anyone interested in the history and sights of NI."

"Great tour with Bobby Walsh! Nice guy, very relaxed and very informative at the same time. Highly recommended! Brought the history to life."

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Belfast Black Cab Tour

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The famous Belfast black cab tour offers a great way to explore the political history of the remarkable city of Belfast.

On a tour, our experienced and informative tour guides will take you on a unique historical and cultural experience through the streets of Belfast.

On a this tour you will visit the Falls Road and Shankill Road where you will learn of the history of conflict between the two communities and witness the Peaceline wall which divides the two.

Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides will explain the many murals which are to be seen on the tours as well as many sites which have played important roles in the political history of Belfast.

Our guides are happy to cater the tour to your specification and will answer any question you may have for them. Our tours have been visited by many people from all over the world including those from the media such as Anthony Bourdain, Vince Vaughn and George Negus.

We will pick you up from anywhere in Belfast City Centre – including any city centre hotel and we can drop you off anywhere in Belfast City Centre after your tour.

For bookings and enquiries email our customer services on [email protected] or give us a call on +44 (0)28 90 321321 .

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About- Black Cabs Belfast

Black Cabs Belfast is owned by Hugh Jordan, an experienced tour guide who takes pride in showcasing the rich and fascinating history of Belfast through its iconic wall murals. With a passion for storytelling and an in-depth knowledge of the city’s beautiful murals, Hugh brings to life the inspiration, meaning and symbolism behind each mural.

Whether you’re a local seeking to discover the hidden secrets of your city, or a visitor looking to learn more about Belfast’s history, Hugh’s tour is an insightful and memorable experience. Hugh’s love for Belfast’s murals is contagious, and he brings his tours to life with lively anecdotes, captivating narratives and engaging commentary.

Hugh’s tours have received glowing reviews from visitors from around the world, with many saying it was the highlight of their trip to Belfast. So join Hugh on an unforgettable journey through Belfast’s stunning murals and discover the city’s deep history through its stunning street art.

Exploring Belfast’s Political Murals A Journey Through History

The origins of belfast’s political murals.

Stepping inside one of our iconic black cabs in Belfast is not just a means of transportation; it’s an opportunity to delve into the fascinating history and culture of this vibrant city. As you embark on this unique tour, you’ll find yourself transported back in time, exploring the origins of Belfast’s political murals.

These murals offer poignant reminders of Belfast’s troubled past and the conflicts that once divided communities. Created during the height of the Troubles, they serve as visual representations of political and cultural identities, reflecting the hopes, fears, and aspirations of the people.

A Journey Through Belfast’s Streets

Our tour begins by winding through the narrow streets of Belfast, with each turn unveiling a new mural that tells a different story. The famous Falls Road and Shankill Road are two of the areas where murals are most concentrated, and your knowledgeable guide will provide insight into the significance of each piece of art.

As we pass by the murals, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the vibrant colors, intricate details, and powerful messages they convey. From murals depicting historical events to those commemorating individuals who lost their lives in the conflict, each artwork has its own tale to tell.

The Impact of Political Murals Today

While Belfast’s political murals serve as a reminder of the city’s troubled past, they also play a vital role in promoting understanding, dialogue, and reconciliation. Today, these once-divisive artworks have become symbols of unity and hope.

As you take in the murals, you’ll witness first hand how they have evolved over time. Many artists have moved away from depicting violent scenes and have chosen to focus on themes of peace, community, and cultural diversity. These modern murals not only inspire conversation but also contribute to the vibrant transformation of Belfast as a city.

Hugh Jordan- [email protected] 07910035320

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3 Hour Ultimate Political Tour

Learn about Belfast’s bloody past, captured in colourful murals.

For a country that’s only 100 years old, Northern Ireland’s politics is unique.

Many visitors to Northern Ireland have grown up watching our country on the news for the wrong reasons.

The list is endless: a 30-year conflict, bombs going off, civil rights protests, riots, contentious parades, paramilitary murals, senseless murders.

But what you mightn’t know is that modern-day Northern Ireland is quite different.

We don’t hide from our past, but we embrace it.

Since the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, peace has replaced violence in Northern Ireland, and the ballot box has replaced the Armalite.

But you’ll still find daily reminders of our fractured past; through political murals and 25-foot-high peace walls that are still in place today.

While we’ve enjoyed peace, there are still divisions between the Catholic and Protestant communities.

As a result, peace walls are maintained even today to stop both communities from attacking each other.

Join us for Belfast’s most in-depth political trip and discover why it’s the highest- rated political tour on Trip Advisor.

Learn how The Troubles started in Northern Ireland in 1969 as we walk you through key historical moments and show you all the main flashpoints.

Come with us on a visit to Crumlin Road Gaol (Photo Stop) and see where nine Provisional IRA prisoners famously made a daring jailbreak.

Next, we’ll take you through Belfast’s narrow streets, and you’ll visit notorious sectarian interface areas.

Finally, we’ll take you into the heart of Republican and Loyalist areas, where political murals will tell you a turbulent story that’s unique to Belfast.

Even better, each experience is tailored to you, so if there’s something you’d like to see or something you’d rather not visit, just let us know.

Don’t forget, all of our day experiences come with free pickup from Belfast City Centre.

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CENTRAL BELFAST MEET

SIGN PEACE WALL

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IRA REMEMBRANCE GARDEN

LOYALIST MURALS

HUMOUR + HISTORY

Tour highlights.

Travel between multiple peacelines and walls on an eye opening tour of discovery through the once no go areas and learn of Belfast's troubled past and rich shared history. Visit both Catholic and Protestant areas to get a balanced understanding of the past. You will be fully guided by a real black taxi driver who worked Belfast's streets during an era known as the troubles.

• Travel Through Peacelines
• See The Famous Murals
• Access All Areas
• Sign Famous Peacewall
• Impartial - Experience
• History - Belfast & Troubles
• Live Expert Commentary
• Local Tips & Advice
• City Centre Departure Point
• Tour Duration 60 Mins

Full Description

You will be picked up from outside Leonardo Hotel Belfast on your chosen tour date and time, 2 minutes from Belfast city hall. The maximum number in a party is 7, but groups can be as small as 1-3. Famous people who have undertaken this same Black Taxi Tour with us in the past include Vince Vaughn, and Ross Kemp. Feel free to ask questions, your guide will be a real taxi driver, who enjoys engagement with passion for the changing city. The tour is the perfect introduction to Belfast, it delivers an insightful personal experience and draws a timeline up to the peace process - To Book Online choose number of passengers, your travel date & pickup time - Instant Confirmation - Mobile E-Tickets.

MEETING POINT - ITINERARY

• Pickup Point Leonardo Hotel Belfast
• Murals - Points of Interest
• International Wall
• Peacewalls & Lines
• No Go Areas Of The Past
• Live Passionate Guide

THINGS TO BRING

At certain points of interest we may leave the taxi - It is advised to dress appropriately, as the weather in Belfast can be unpredictable at any time of the year.

• Comfortable shoes
• Warm clothing

INCLUSIONS - HIGHLIGHTS

• Meeting Point Central Belfast
• Unbiased Experience
• Black Cab or Mini Van
• Lunch - Snacks - Drinks

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• 24 Hours+ 10% Admin Fee
• Less Than 24 hours Prior NO SHOW - 100% Forfeited.
• Reshedule Free 24+ Hours Message Us --- Call Us

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• Jurys hotel - Belfast
• Mobile Voucher Accepted

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Belfast Black Cab Mural Tour

Join Hugh Jordan your accredited guide for this 1.5 hour Tour. 

We explore the Falls Road And Shankill Road Wall Murals.

Visit both vibrant communities and experience their journey through the eyes of Hugh, your local guide.

Pay a visit to the peace wall and follow the path of those who have been there and left their messages of hope. 

Base Price of £60 for 1 or 2 persons. Extra Passengers £10 per person . 

Free Pick Up and Drop off at all listed Hotels, Inner City, Crumlin Road Jail . 

Safe and Secure payments.  Pay now ,later or on the Day. No credit Card details needed for pay later.

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A Journey Through History

The origins of belfast’s political murals.

Stepping inside one of our iconic black cabs in Belfast is not just a means of transportation; it’s an opportunity to delve into the fascinating history and culture of this vibrant city. As you embark on this unique tour, you’ll find yourself transported back in time, exploring the origins of Belfast’s political murals.

These murals offer poignant reminders of Belfast’s troubled past and the conflicts that once divided communities. Created during the height of the Troubles, they serve as visual representations of political and cultural identities, reflecting the hopes, fears, and aspirations of the people.

A Journey Through Belfast’s Streets

Our tour begins by winding through the narrow streets of Belfast, with each turn unveiling a new mural that tells a different story. The famous Falls Road and Shankill Road are two of the areas where murals are most concentrated, and your knowledgeable guide will provide insight into the significance of each piece of art.

As we pass by the murals, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the vibrant colors, intricate details, and powerful messages they convey. From murals depicting historical events to those commemorating individuals who lost their lives in the conflict, each artwork has its own tale to tell.

The Impact of Political Murals Today

While Belfast’s political murals serve as a reminder of the city’s troubled past, they also play a vital role in promoting understanding, dialogue, and reconciliation. Today, these once-divisive artworks have become symbols of unity and hope.

As you take in the murals, you’ll witness first hand how they have evolved over time. Many artists have moved away from depicting violent scenes and have chosen to focus on themes of peace, community, and cultural diversity. These modern murals not only inspire conversation but also contribute to the vibrant transformation of Belfast as a city.

Hugh @ 0044 7910035320

[email protected].

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Blue Badge Guide Billy Scott provides black cab mural tours, city tours, Giant's Causeway tours and walking and pub tours.

• c/o Visit Belfast Welcome Centre
• 9 Donegall Square North

Top Reasons To Visit

• See the world famous political and historical murals
• Visit the famous Titanic Belfast Visitor Attraction
• Travel the Antrim Coast Road to the Giant's Causeway
• Take a tour of Belfast City
• Take a walking tour or pub tour

A tour of some the key points of ‘The Troubles’ using local murals. Travel through the areas you’ve seen on television exploring the murals on both sides of the community, Loyalist and Republican from a historical perspective. Why not write your own message on the peacewalls?

• Duration – Approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours
• Cost – £50 for 1-2 people. £20 per head for 3+ people

Antrim Coast and Causeway Tour

Travel in the comfort of a Mercedes or VW 7 seater, and enjoy an all-day tour of the Antrim Coast. Travel what is internationally recognised as one of the world’s most scenic routes – the Antrim Coast Road. Visit Carrickfergus Castle, beautiful Carnlough, Cushendall, some of the most famous Game Of Thrones filming locations, including Ballintoy Harbour and the Dark Hedges, and visit the magificent Giants Causeway, a natural phenomenon of 40,000 basalt columns that stretch out to the sea.

The City Tour

Explore the five ‘quarters’ of Belfast, and tailor a tour to suit yourself, by foot, cab or car. Find out the history of our inventions, from chocolate to air conditioning. Explore the history of the Titanic and industrialisation, and the more modern industry of film making. Wind your way around the Cathedral Quarter, its entries and alleyways, where it all began, walk in the footsteps of revolutionaries and poets, and see spectacular street art. Travel West for a political tour; visit the Queen’s Quarter for the architecture and even more history of the city.

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Discover the history of Belfast – its culture, politics, architecture, things to do and places to go while visiting points of interest across the city.

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