The 4 City Tours in Belfast That Earn Their Price

1.A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,883 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Join DC Tours at Belfast City Hall for a 2.5-hour, 1.5-mile walk through the city centre and Cathedral Quarter. Hear the political story of The Troubles, personal memories, and the road to peace from guides such as James, Anne, Mylie, and Róisín. Headsets help you follow every word in groups of up to 25.

“A terrific insight into Belfast’s amazing history. Our guide Anne did an amazing job including her personal history and knowledge”

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2.Private Black Taxi Belfast City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,188 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Ride through Belfast with a private black taxi guide, visiting Protestant and Republican murals, the Peace Wall, and Bobby Sands Mural. Guides such as Paul, Henry, and James draw on personal memories of The Troubles while explaining both communities’ stories. City-centre hotel pickup is included, and the tour returns to the starting point.

“This was an eye opening experience. So glad I scheduled it for our first day in Belfast. Our guide, James, was full of insights and added to the experience. Highly recommended to all visiting Belfast.”

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3.City Sightseeing Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,012 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $13Best value

See Belfast from an open-top double-decker bus with a 90-minute full loop, onboard commentary, and 19 stops. Choose a 1-day or 2-day pass, then hop off for Titanic Belfast, St. George’s Market, the Falls and Shankill murals, Belfast Castle, or Crumlin Road Gaol. Guides such as George, Rodney, Mic, and Lisa are known for adding local humor.

“Great way to see the city but would definitely recommend getting the two day pass if you are in Belfast for longer”

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4.Belfast Eclectic Walking City Center Experience, The Marti Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 348 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend about three hours walking central Belfast with Marti of Belfastology Walking Tours. This small-group tour covers City Hall, the Linen Quarter, St. George’s Market, Belfast Entries, the Big Fish, Cathedral Quarter, and St. Anne’s Square, mixing local history, architecture, street art, food tips, and a thoughtful look at the Troubles and Belfast’s future.

“A comprehensive study of Belfast, following a timeline of the history of the city. Just what we wanted. Marti is a strong advocate for the city that he loves. We shared his enthusiasm and want to learn more. Marti had recommendations for reading and movies to further our education. Belfast was the first stop on our 21 days of cruising and Marti set a high bar for any tour guides to follow. Thank you, Marti.”

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