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- English
I am born and bred here in Belfast and have so many connections through my experience and my family. I have an extensive knowledge of the city's history and what makes Belfast people so welcoming...myself included! I love learning from people and considering it a true honour if you experience my tours.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the beautiful Big Fish by the River Lagan. Every local knows it so if need directions just ask. I will have a black shoulder bag and Tour Guides Northern Ireland name badge.
We end at the beautiful grounds of the stunning City Hall, focal point of this city. Full of historic statues, the war memorial and the Titanic Memorial Garden.
Itinerary
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Our starting point where the Salmon of Knowledge known locally as the Big Fish (cos its a big fish!) is based on a story of legend and myth. Her scales tell the story of Belfast and its people but also symbolises the links to the River Lagan, shipbuilding and Belfast Lough. Underneath flows a hidden river...the Farset which gives the city its name.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Hear of how Belfast punches way above its weight in the age of the industrial revolution and commerce. To its place as a gathering for public meetings to its use now as a fantastic amphitheatre for summer music.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Landmark memorial clock built after the death of Prince Albert, beloved husband of Queen Victorian. Discover the clocks big secret!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Belfast High Street is the birthplace of the city. With its famous entries we will hear the story of the liberal and revolutionary Henry Joy McCracken, Presbyterian leader of the United Irishmen Rebellion of 1798.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A historic church in the heartland of Presbyterian Belfast home of liberal forward thinking radicals and driving forces in the development of Belfast commercially and socially. Hear of the brave stand by one such Presbyterian against slavery
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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From a rundown forgotten area of the city to its status as the entertainment and food hub ! The origins of Belfast punk music, the famous Duke of York pub and the beautiful Merchant Hotel.Then to the stunning and historic Cathedral itself...
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stories of Victorian grandeur symbolic of a city of being one of the the world economic powerhouses
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Belfast City Hall
The jewel in the centre of the city. The focal point for protests, meetings, commemoration and celebration. Hear how the city hall bore the story of the troubles and a positive future. We finish by the sombre tranquility of the Titanic Memorial
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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