Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Political History Insight

Embark on a Belfast Black Taxi Tour to uncover the captivating political history of Belfast. Experience the realities of the Troubles, gain insights from drivers who lived through it, and witness the transformation since the peace process.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Falls Road - The Bobby Sands MP mural is renowned worldwide. Capture a photo beside it and learn about the 1981 hunger strike where 10 IRA and INLA members sacrificed their lives.
  • Shankill Road - Discover the heart of a community and the birthplace of the UDA and UVF, who opposed the IRA. Explore the murals and history of a loyal community…
What's Included
  • Transport by private vehicle Belfast cab
  • Free pic
  • World Class Guide
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off 1km from Belfast city hall
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off OUTSIDE THE 1KM FREE PICK UP ZONE FROM BELFAST CITY HALL WILL HAVE A CASH SURCHARGE ADDED ON THE DAY PAID TO GUIDE
Additional Information

The Original Belfast black taxi Political tour offers an authentic experience of Belfast. It educates you about the conflicts in Belfast, the experience of living through them, the events that unfolded during the conflicts, and the current situation in the era of the peace process. All drivers, having lived the realities of the conflicts while…

Location
Falls Road
139 Falls Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Alan_h
May 21, 2024
Fantastic, informative, professional - Really informative tour & host, Brendan, was absolutely fantastic & a real gentleman! Highly recommended!
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Patricia_t
Aug 22, 2023
ENJOYABLE AND ENLIGHTENING. - Very informative and balanced trip over 2 hours. Good balance between background of history and live visits of venues. Would thoroughly recommend this trip, very enjoyable and enlightening.
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Marion
Dec 10, 2022
Davy was on time, knowledgeable, personable. He added a personal perspective as he had gone through this time personally . 5/5 ! - Davy was excellent. Professional. Personable. He added his own personal experiences which were invaluable to the authetencity of the tour. It was nice that we could be picked up from the place we were staying!
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Greghu6784sm
Sep 22, 2022
Educational and Interesting - What a great insight into the troubles of Belfast back in the 60s 70s 80s and 90s. Davvy our guide grew up in the area and shared his own personal experience.
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Amysi254ib
Jun 20, 2022
Essential Belfast Tour for the Family - My family and I had a wonderful tour during which we saw and learned so much. We’re very appreciative of James’ knowledge and explanations on Belfast history and the troubles.
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Cameron_m
Sep 7, 2021
Excellent Tour - This really was a superb tour and our tour guide Gerard was personable, outgoing, passionate and certainly knew his history and facts. The tour was also enhanced with little video clips and lots of pictures that certainly brought the stories to life. Given that your also taken to the key locations around the city I would highly recommend this tour - Thanks Gerard
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Nellie
Jun 16, 2021
Fantastic tour, learnt a lot - A brilliant tour which really brought the history of Belfast to life -- Danny L was a great tour guide, friendly and knowledgable. Would recommend.
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Sarah_d
Aug 18, 2020
Excellent tour - Absolutely brilliant...Ger was a fantastic tour guide. Very informative. Well worth doing the tour. Viator ripped me off, book directly!
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Clodagh
Aug 9, 2020
Brilliant - Would highly recommend, one of the best tours I've ever been on. Gerard was genuine and brought history to life.
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Carrie
Jun 3, 2025
Cancelled on us - Booking is odd. When I had a question they cancelled the tour 2 hours prior to when we were to start. Refused to rebook as they were ‘busy’.
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From $119
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).