Discover the captivating historical and political murals of Belfast on a Black Cab Tour. Led by original drivers who lived through the Troubles, explore the city’s unique past and gain insight into its complex history.
Discover the captivating historical and political murals of Belfast on a Black Cab Tour. Led by original drivers who lived through the Troubles, explore the city’s unique past and gain insight into its complex history.
- Belfast - Discover the evolving city with complimentary city center pick-up. If staying outside the city, arrangements can be made for pick-up at the front gates of Belfast City Hall. Additional charges apply for pick-ups outside the free zone.
- International Mural Wall Divis Street - This impressive wall features over 40 murals depicting…
- Belfast - Discover the evolving city with complimentary city center pick-up. If staying outside the city, arrangements can be made for pick-up at the front gates of Belfast City Hall. Additional charges apply for pick-ups outside the free zone.
- International Mural Wall Divis Street - This impressive wall features over 40 murals depicting stories of the Cuban, Palestinian, and Kurdish people, among others, supported by the Republican community.
- Falls Road - Known for its significance during The Troubles, Falls Road is where the renowned Hollywood film “In the Name of the Father” was set. Visitors can view murals welcoming them into the Republican community, painted by local street artists. Guides provide firsthand accounts of navigating these historic streets.
- Peace Wall - Visit one of Belfast’s largest peace walls, where visitors can leave their names and quotes on this significant barrier dividing Catholic and Protestant communities. Notable figures like Lady Gaga, Morgan Freeman, and President Clinton have left messages of peace here.
- Belfast - Bombay Street, burned down in 1969 by loyalist mobs and police, is considered the birthplace of the Provisional IRA, which opposed the British Army for over 25 years.
- Shankill Road - The loyalist Shankill Road is the heartland of the UVF and UDA, known as the people’s army. Learn about the history and the community’s struggle against the IRA over 25 years.
- Crumlin Road Gaol - Established in the 1800s, this infamous Belfast gaol was known for successful escapes and executions until the 1960s. It served as a remand jail for IRA, UVF, and UFF prisoners.
- Falls Road - Saint Peter’s Cathedral is a remarkable example of craftsmanship from the 1800s, where a local priest wrote the famous Republican song “The Foggy Dew.”
- Shankill Graveyard - Stretching from lower to upper Shankill, visitors can photograph political murals painted by locals on gable walls.
- International Mural Wall Divis Street - The renowned international wall highlights the struggles of countries often overlooked by the media, such as Palestine and the Kurds.
- Clonard Monastery - This stunning building features an altar made from local women’s wedding rings, constructed by Italian and local craftsmen over a century ago. Guides can arrange visits upon request.

- Central Belfast pickup within 1 km of City Hall
- Central Belfast pickup within 1 km of City Hall
- Pickup from airports,train stations and cruise ship ports (surcharge to be paid on the day in cash only)
- Pickup from airports,train stations and cruise ship ports (surcharge to be paid on the day in cash only)
Every city sports a unique blend of shopping and coffee culture, however, Belfast distinguishes itself with its notable history, emerging from three decades of discord. The tours are led by the original taxi drivers who braved the challenges of transporting their communities amidst the gunfire and explosives of THE TROUBLES, putting their lives in…
Every city sports a unique blend of shopping and coffee culture, however, Belfast distinguishes itself with its notable history, emerging from three decades of discord. The tours are led by the original taxi drivers who braved the challenges of transporting their communities amidst the gunfire and explosives of THE TROUBLES, putting their lives in danger with every journey in their black cabs.
Northern Ireland is renowned for the mural art that adorns almost every region of the country. Images depicting the IRA and UVF, often spotlighted in global news broadcasts or serving as background for interviews, illustrate the historical events and ideologies from both perspectives, effectively demarcating territories. Though these wall murals may seem menacing at first glance, they have evolved into key tourist attractions, as captivating as other popular destinations within and around Belfast.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.