The 7 Best Walking Tours in Belfast

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.Belfast Political Tour-Conflicting Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 459 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend three hours walking from Divis Tower through the Falls and Shankill districts with local guides, including former political prisoners. You’ll see Bobby Sands’ mural, memorial gardens, the International Wall, UVF sites, bombing locations, and Peace Wall gates that still close at night. Guides such as Jack, Mark, Paul, and Ian have led this tour, though names can vary.

“Fully recommend this to get a full understanding of what the troubles meant but mostly still how it manifests itself in daily life today. Really fascinating to hear there’s still so much distrust between the neighbourhoods of the Falls and Shankill. The two guides were excellent and ‘conflicting stories’ is the right description. Not sugar coated and made it so much better. Best compliment was that my partner and I were still debating things we’d heard hours later in the bars.”

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3.Best of Belfast Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 399 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Meet at Belfast City Hall at 10:00 am for a three-hour walking tour led in English by a local guide such as Mark, Chris, Jim, Paul, or Colin. You’ll see Belfast’s key central sights, hear stories from its past and present, pause for coffee and restrooms, and finish at the Titanic Memorial Garden.

“Our guide Mark took us on a very interesting tour around Belfast. Cramming in 100s of years of history and information into a couple of hours. As well as some really helpful recommendations for our stay in Belfast. The passion.”

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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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5.Belfast Troubles Murals Street Art and Peace Wall Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Walk through Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, Shankill Road, Divis Street, and West Belfast with local guide Marti. You’ll see political murals, international street art, the Peace Wall, and the Bobby Sands mural while learning about the Troubles and Belfast’s ongoing work toward peace. Expect a brisk pace, about 6 kilometers of walking, and an adults-only group of no more than eight.

“Very informative tour with lots of important stops to it. Thanks a lot, would reccomend for anyone who wants a balanced view.”

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6.The Real Eclectic Belfast City Walking Tour/Experience.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Join Belfast native Marti for a roughly 2.5-hour walk through the city center. Expect City Hall, St Mary’s Church, the Belfast Entries, the River Lagan, Waterfront Hall, street art, murals, and stories of the Troubles, local culture, and Belfast’s changing future. Groups are capped at eight.

“An excellent tour with a very knowledgeable Guide. Marti took time to learn what the group's interests were and tailored the tour accordingly. During his narration Marti consistently wove in the themes of "what can we do to better the lives of others?" equality and sustainability and highlighted the evolution of city from a troubling time to it's current multi-cultural vibrancy. We walked a good portion of the city in 3h exploring many nooks and crannies. Highly recommend this tour if you only have a short time visiting”

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7.The Real Story of Belfast walking tour with a local guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $27Best value

Join local guide Martin for a 2-hour-45-minute to 3-hour walk through central Belfast. You’ll see City Hall, the Ancient Entries, St Mary’s Church, Kelly’s Cellars, the Crown Liquor Saloon, and the Europa Hotel while learning how the city grew, changed, and faced its difficult past. Groups are capped at 12.

“Martin is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Belfast as well as personable in his presentation. His perspective was balanced and he really lent understanding to the long and complicated story of this city.”

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