Black Taxi Tour: Insights into Political History and The Troubles from Former Prisoners
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Belfast
Experience a unique Black Taxi Tour in Belfast, led by former prisoners who provide insights into the political history and The Troubles. Discover the real Belfast and learn about life during and after the conflict.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Falls Road - This unique opportunity to travel through the heart land off the IRA and be guided by ex-republican prisoners and listen to the history .and learn about the political murals that dawn the walls. The Belfast Brigade of the Provisional IRA was the largest of the organisation’s command areas, based in the city of Belfast. Founded in 1969, along with the formation of the Provisional IRA, it was historically organised into three battalions: the First Battalion based in the Andersonstown/Lenadoon/Twinbrook area of Southwest Belfast; the Second Battalion based in the Falls Road/Clonard/Ballymurphy district of West Belfast; and the Third Battalion organised in nationalist enclaves in the north (Ardoyne, New Lodge, Ligoniel), south (the Markets, Lower Ormeau) and east (Short Strand) of the city. do travel through the heart land off the IRA and be guided by ex-republican prisoners.
What's Included
- Expert local guide
- Complimentary photo to capture your tour memories
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off within 1km radius of Belfast city hall
- Additional pickup/drop-off service for cruise ships available with a surcharge
What's Not Included
- 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
- Food and drinks
- Drinks
Additional Information
Get a one-of-a-kind political perspective on THE TROUBLES through the eyes of both Republican and Loyalist former prisoners. The unique Belfast black taxi Political tour provides you the chance to hear the stories of real people and encounter the authentic Belfast. Gain in-depth knowledge about the conflicts in Belfast – their day-to-day impact, the happenings during these troublesome times, and the current state following the peace process. All our drivers have experienced the turmoil firsthand while working on the dangerous streets, giving them a distinctive ability to recount it like no one else.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour is from the age of 14 plus
Location
Belfast International Airport
Airport Road
We use Belfast city hall front gates as a main meeting point.WE CAN PICK UP ALL LOCATIONS REQUEST BY GROUP.IF YOUR OUTSIDE THE FREE PICK UP ZONE PLEASE CONTACT US .AS THERE MIGHT BE A SMALL CASH SURCHARGE ADDED
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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