Belfast political tour Original Drivers 2 hour private adventure

4.9
(74 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour offers a unique chance to travel with the original drivers who put their lives at risk every day during The Troubles trying to provide a transport service in their black cabs to the people of The famous Falls road and Shankill road. This riveting journey into the most recent conflict in Irish/Brtish history. Your local knowledgeable guide will provide you with an insight into the famous murals and epic peacewalls around Belfast. Your tour is transport based, travel in our luxurious classic London cabs or MPVs.

All pick ups outside the 1 km free pick up zone from city hall.
Will have to pay a cash surcharge to guide on the day example cruise ship ports,train stations etc

What's Included

Professional guide
Private tour
Port pickup and drop-off
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We provide free pick-up within a 1 km radius from Belfast City Hall, which includes all city centre hotels and apartments. If traveling to Belfast for the day your pick up location will be Belfast City Hall front gates as your meeting point. Any pick ups outside this radius may result in additional costs.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Shankill Road

    The heart of loyalism and birth place of the UDA and UVF. Come learn the history of the British people and their fight against the IRA. Learn the history behind the murals hand painted by locals and the massive bonfires seen in the month of July

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • (Pass by)

    A hanging jail up to the 60s guilted in the 1800s and housed most of the UVF IRA UFF INLA prisoners. Before getting sent to The Maze or H blocks

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Divis flats depicted in films such as The name of father and 71 have a story to tell by themselves.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Peace Wall

    These massive peace walls are over 50 years old built in 1969 to keep the burning of homes the happened in the summer of 69. With over 40 throughout the city these walls have peace quotes from President Clinton ,lady gaga to name a few

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Epic design built in a gothic theme over 100 years ago by Italian and local craftsmen. And played a big part in the secret peace talks before made public

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Over 40 murals with international theme for a pressed people around the world the Republican communities support changed monthly

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Bobby Sands Mural

    IRA heart land and the birth place of modern PIRA Bombay street was burnt to the ground 1969 and barricades built the arrival of the British army. The rest is history told by your local guide who will give you a full history of The Troubles

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Classic Car Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Likely To Sell Out
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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