Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Travel with Original Drivers Exploring The Troubles
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Belfast
Experience the Belfast Black Taxi Tour and explore the Troubles with the original drivers who risked their lives during this tumultuous time. Discover the famous murals and peace walls with a knowledgeable local guide. Travel in luxurious classic London cabs or MPVs.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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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 -
Crumlin Road Gaol - 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 - Divis - Divis flats depicted in films such as The name of father and 71 have a story to tell by themselves.
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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 -
Clonard Monastery - 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 - International Mural Wall Divis Street - Over 40 murals with international theme for a pressed people around the world the Republican communities support changed monthly
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Falls Road - 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
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
This excursion provides a distinct opportunity to journey with the original cab drivers who braved their lives during The Troubles, rendering transport service in their black taxis to the inhabitants of the notable Falls road and Shankill road. This gripping voyage into the most recent turmoil in Irish/British history. Your local guide, enriched with knowledge, will give you an understanding of the renowned murals and imposing peacewalls throughout Belfast. Your tour is transport-oriented, trip in our plush classic London taxis or MPVs.
All pick-ups beyond the 1 km free pick-up range from the city hall will necessitate a cash extra charge to the guide on the day, for instance at cruise ship ports, train stations, etc.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Shankill Road
Shankill Rd,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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V544bylaurap
Apr 1, 2024
Excellent tour - Paddy picked us up at our hotel and started the tour . It was excellent he was extremely knowledgeable . We had a in-depth explanation of Northern Ireland’s history including the potato Famine and the more recent events . We were taken to see the Murals , the Jail, memorial gardens and much much more . Throughly recommend this tour , Paddy was knowledgeable. Unbiased and friendly, it was informative and fascinating . Thank you
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805kurtk
Mar 31, 2024
Black Taxi Political Tour in Belfast - Very insightful tour from Brendan. I will recommend this tour to others to help get the most of their experience in Belfast.
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R2668ygjulieb
Mar 29, 2024
Davy and Gerard - Just spent an amazing and informative afternoon with Gerard and Davy from Belfast Attractions. Both were so knowledgeable about the troubles in Ireland and were able to talk to us about personal experiences which totally contextualised the past events. A couple of really friendly and down to earth lads who know their stuff. Thanks lads, I would highly recommend.
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L3625wvianc
Mar 28, 2024
Sean mc - View good tour and interesting on both side would highly recommend doing this
Sean mc was the driver and was very friendly and help full
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Storyteller520121
Mar 21, 2024
Fabulous black cab tour - We had the pleasure of a black taxi tour with Sean. What a fantastic experience. Sean was so knowledgeable and really helped us to understand the history of Belfast! Highly recommend 10/10
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469alung
Mar 14, 2024
A great insight into Ulster’s troubled past - Sean Mc proved a superb guide. His knowledge of Ulster’s history dating back to the 17th century provided a valuable backdrop to the more recent troubled history. His explanation of the post-war experience was detailed and instructive, and his analysis of the problems still arising even after the Good Friday Agreement were enlightening. Sean was extremely balanced in his accounts of the criminality and atrocities committed by all parties in the Troubles. He peppered his talk with personal anecdotes which only added to the imparting of knowledge. A memorable and sobering couple of hours, thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in social history.
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872clared
Feb 13, 2024
Belfast taxi - Fabulous taxi ride. Our driver Sean Mc was so friendly and knowledgeable, it really was amazing and a real eye opener. We both thought it was a highlight of our visit to this beautiful city. Totally recommend this to anyone and do feel if you don’t do it you are missing out a bit. Sean was great, really informative and open to questions. A must do!
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720endah
Jan 27, 2024
Very Enjoyable Interesting Tour. - I have no tips as the guide was excellent and covered all aspects of the tour, answered all questions, and added interesting history and highlights. The guide was good crack pleasant and patient, and even dropped us off close to a market. Would recommend Seán Mc, thanks for everything .
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Tabitha
Aug 8, 2023
Funny and informative!! - JR did a really engaging and informative tour for my English friends and myself this weekend. We all loved it and everyone learnt something new! John the tour guide was so funny whilst also delivering a lot of information in the 2 hours we spent with him. Would really recommend any one do this tour! Thanks John <3
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Af517
Aug 1, 2023
Do this tour. - Davy guided us expertly, impartially, sensitively and with just the right amount of humour through an intriguing, highly personal tour of the area of Belfast most affected by the Troubles. As an Englishman who grew up during the 1970s and 80s I needed to do this tour. It was well, well worth it and I would thoroughly recommend any visitor to Belfast, whatever their previous perspective, doing the same. Like me, D and M felt different about it afterwards.
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