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Experience the heart of Belfast's turbulent past, During the period known as ‘The Troubles,’ bombings, shootings, and murder became part of everyday life, impacting everyone in the city. This tour tells the stories of those who died and those who survived, offering a unique and personal perspective you won’t find in history books. Our tours are led by local guides who lived locally through this dark period. They will share their personal stories of the conflict, giving you an authentic and emotional insight into the events that shaped Belfast.a rare opportunity to understand the deep and lasting effects of this period.
Personal Insights: Hear firsthand accounts from our guides about how the conflict affected their families and community and gain a deeper understanding of the conflict
Take a walk alongside the 45ft (14m) high Peace Wall with endless
Photo opportunities to capture the vibrant and poignant murals that tell the story of Belfast’s past.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet Infront of the Gold Coloured building
The walking portion of the tour finishes at the museum and entry in included and you can spend as much time as you like in the museum
Itinerary
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Was the tallest building in Belfast and house a British Army observation building on its roof and was the location of the tow of the first deaths on the night the troubles broke out in August 1969
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A wonderful array of murals depicting local events and international conflicts both past and present.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A garden to remember local Republicans who lost their lives in the conflict from the Lower Falls Road area. One of two gardens that we visit and can be controversial as they honour the dead of IRA members.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Bobby Sands Mural
One of the most famous murals in Belfast, Booby Sand who died on hunger strike in the Maze prison in 1981
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Fr, Alex Reid was the resident priest who was instrumental in the beginning of the talks that eventually led to the Good Friday Agreement being signed.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The second of the Memorial Gardens we visit, this time dedicated to the Republicans of The Clonard area and the location which is generally accepted as being the location where 'The Troubles' broke out in August 1969
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Witness homes still caged in more than 2 decades after the signing of the Peace Agreement, Stroll alongside the 12m high Peace wall that is higher today than when the Good Friday Agreement was signed.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This museum is dedicated to the history of Republican conflict from 1798 to present day, displays of decommissioned weapons , prison art and crafts, newspaper articles, and a research library with audio and visual materials available to view. This is where the walking portion of the tour finishes and you can spend as much time as you like here. A short introduction will be given to you on your arrival. This museum is run on donations only, so feel free to donate if you wish but is not expected.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour is approximately 2 miles (3km) walking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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