Authentic Irish Republicanism Tour: Insightful Exploration of Conflict History and Culture
4.9
46 Ratings
Belfast
Embark on an authentic Irish Republicanism tour for a unique and insightful exploration of conflict history and culture. Highly recommended by universities, this tour offers a deep analysis from an Irish Republican perspective, including access to private museums, graveyards, and murals.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- International Mural Wall Divis Street - You will visit places not offered by other tour operators with access to Private Museums and Collections.You will travel to the Falls Road where your guide will tell you all about the longest conflict in Modern European History began. Your local qualified guide will deliver a tour from the Irish Republican perspective and how the conflict evolved for Republicans up to the present day and the current peace process as well as a current political analysis. Since the onset of the Conflict/Troubles in 1969, Nationalist and Loyalist communities throughout Northern Ireland have been divided by Peace Walls, the largest cut through the divided city of Belfast. Here you will learn how the conflict began as well as visiting the world famous politically charged murals painted by ex-prisoners (POWS).
What's Included
- Private, air-conditioned transportation
- Up-close views of Peace Walls, Gates and political murals
- Visit to Bobby Sands’ final resting place
- Exclusive insights from a local guide
- Personalized service with a customizable itinerary
- Stress-free navigation and hotel round-trip transfer
- Opportunity to leave your mark on the Peace Wall
- Interactive experience with historical artifacts
What's Not Included
- Tip for your Guide
- Upgrade to OUR VIP PACKAGE Top of The Range Luxury Mercedes Benz V-Class for £10(Where Available)
Additional Information
Highly endorsed by global academic institutions, this tour is a major hit amongst individuals intrigued by studies of political conflicts. Specialized in Irish Republicanism, this tour is led by an experienced guide who can provide a distinct viewpoint into the conflict and Irish history. Your guide also serves as a Sinn Féin member and an Irish Republican Political Activist, and is well prepared to provide you with a thorough interpretation of the conflict from the Irish Republican standpoint, from its inception in 1969 until now, as well as the British Occupation that spans over the last 852 years. From 1968 to 2005, the Provisional Irish Republican Army carried out an armed military operation primarily in Northern Ireland (the occupied 6 counties), England, and Europe, with an aim to end the British dominion in Northern Ireland and unite Ireland. The tour will take you to places that are inaccessible to ordinary tourists, including a private museum, a graveyard, and mural sites. Standout Tour.
Location
International Mural Wall Divis Street
A 501 Divis Street
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(46 Ratings)
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Mobile732251
Mar 24, 2024
Great tour lousy weather - The information that Barry delivered was amazing
We learned a lot and he put the history in perspective saw the many memorial gardens
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Sheryl_w
Nov 28, 2023
Troubled tour - A friend offered to explain this all to me but without coming here and seeing and hearing the stories I would have never understood. Paula was an amazing and accommodating guide. Very knowledgeable and also brought her own experiences to the experience. Gave us so much to think about
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Taliayaffa
Sep 25, 2023
Terrific all the way around - Barry was terrific all the way astound! He picked us up at our hotel early Sunday morning, right away got into the subject with engaging energy, information, insightful dialogue and discussion. He seemed to be genuinely sharing his experience and perspective, while seeking ours…. He also dropped us off a ways from our pick up spot which was our next destination 😊 and then followed up with links & more information as he promised…. Was a great experience! Thank you 🙏
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Rebe_c
Sep 20, 2023
Best Tour We've Ever Taken. - This tour was one of the most moving experiences of my life. I've long been a student of Irish history and have great sympathy for the terrible suffering the people of Ireland have endured during the long English occupation.
Barry is an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. We learned so much, and Barry took us to places and described events that really brought these struggles to life.
If you have an interest in learning more about the truth of the "Irish Troubles" (which is a euphemism for a War of Liberation, not unlike what we fought in America during our Revolutionary War) then this tour will really open your eyes.
In addition, Barry was right on time picking us up at our hotel. And, the tour is priced very fairly.
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Paulj_w
Sep 10, 2023
The Troubles - our Belfast most important experience - We enjoyed seeing close up and personal of the history which has cursed your fine city and people. Barry was an excellent host and his perspective was perfect
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Richard_h
Aug 31, 2023
The complete Irish view of the takeover of northern Ireland - The mural that still exists looking for unification of Ireland. The peace wall, which really is to keep the Republicans and the loyalists from killing each other and the IRA museum. Barry was quite knowledgeable of the history behind the English Irish conflict.
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Shan_s
Jul 17, 2023
Excellent tour - highly recommended! - Fully fulfilled everything the title suggested in 3 full hours courtesy of the good natured but punctual and certainly knowledgeable Ciarán, who drove me around in his rare white cab and was more than happy to take fotos. Everywhere we went people knew him or stopped their cars to say hello so you always knew you were safe and welcome - I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this fella!
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Gregory_d
Jul 14, 2023
Perspective on Troubles and Northern Ireland - Brendan was highly knowledgeable with first hand experience with the Troubles in Northern Ireland and articulated it very well
We enjoyed the time with Brendon and his insight
Highly recommend
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Lazaros_t
Jun 27, 2023
Top class - It was great. Joe was amazing. One of the Best tours we have ever had. We recommend it to all people visiting Belfast.
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Michael_d
May 30, 2023
Historical Tour full of interesting facts - Great tour and very knowledgeable guide - full of banter. The trip took around three hours and the driver very kindly stopped at a flower shop to allow us to buy flowers to put on a family grave in the Milltown Cemetery.
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