Welcome to the changing city we offer free city centre pick if staying outside city you can also arrange to be picked up outside Belfast city hall front gates.We can accommodate any other pick up outside our free pick up zone for additional charge.
This massive wall has over 40 murals telling the stories of the Cuban ,Palestines ,The Kurds to name a few people that Republican family would support.
If you know anything about The Troubles you will surly heard of the Falls road where the famous Hollywood film Name of the Father was based on.You will see the murals that welcome you into the Republican community hand painted by local street artist.You we learn at first hand from your guide /driver what it was like driving through our deadly streets.
Welcome to one of the biggest peace walls in Belfast .You have the opportunity of writing your name and a quote of this massive barrier that divides both Catholic and Protestant communities.Lady gaga ,Morgan freeman President Clinton have all written quotes on the walls for peace.
Bombay street was burnt to the ground in 1969 by loyalist mobs and police and is classed as the birth place of the Provisional IRA who fought the British Army for over 25 years on these narrow streets.
The peoples army UVF and the UDA have been birth on these street of the loyalist Shankill road the heart land.Learn about the history and the fight of the people against the IRA for over 25 years.
Built in the 1800s this notorious Belfast gaol had many successful escapes and was a hanging jail right up to the 1960s.This gaol was a remand jail and housed IRA,UVF and UFF prisoners.
Saint Peters Cathedral is a outstanding work of craftmenship built back in the 1800s and a local priest penned the famous Republican song the fog Drew.
The Shankill stretches to lower and upper you will have a chance to get out and take photos of the political murals that have been painted by locals on gable walls.
The famous international wall depicting the plight of countries who dont get media attendant.Palestine,Kurds etc
What a beautiful building the altar is made of local women wedding rings and was built by italian and local men over 100 years ago.You guide will bring you if you request.
Belfast’s Political Taxi Tour
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 2 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
7am – 7pm Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
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Return Details :
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Every city has its shopping and coffee culture but Belfast city has a unique past after coming out of 30 years of conflict.Your guides are the original drivers who had to transport their communities through the bullets and bombs of THE TROUBLES and have their lives at risk every time they seat in their black cabs.
The North of Ireland has become famous for the murals painted in almost every area of the country . These pictures of IRA ,UVF murals are often flashed around the world on news bulletins or used as a backdrop when interviewing people. They often depict the history and political views of both traditions and are a way of marking territory. These wall paintings often look intimidating but they have become as much of a tourist attraction as many of the regular attractions within Belfast and beyond.
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Itinerary:
Welcome to the changing city we offer free city centre pick if staying outside city you can also arrange to be picked up outside Belfast city hall front gates. We can accommodate any other pick up outside our free pick up zone for additional charge.
This massive wall has over 40 murals telling the stories of the Cuban ,Palestine’s ,The Kurds to name a few people that Republican family would support.
If you know anything about The Troubles you will surly heard of the Falls road where the famous Hollywood film Name of the Father was based on. You will see the murals that welcome you into the Republican community hand painted by local street artist. You we learn at first hand from your guide /driver what it was like driving through our deadly streets.
Welcome to one of the biggest peace walls in Belfast .You have the opportunity of writing your name and a quote of this massive barrier that divides both Catholic and Protestant communities. Lady gaga ,Morgan freeman President Clinton have all written quotes on the walls for peace.
Bombay street was burnt to the ground in 1969 by loyalist mobs and police and is classed as the birth place of the Provisional IRA who fought the British Army for over 25 years on these narrow streets.
The people’s army UVF and the UDA have been birth on these street of the loyalist Shankill road the heart land. Learn about the history and the fight of the people against the IRA for over 25 years.
Built in the 1800s this notorious Belfast gaol had many successful escapes and was a hanging jail right up to the 1960s.This gaol was a remand jail and housed IRA,UVF and UFF prisoners.
Saint Peters Cathedral is a outstanding work of craftmenship built back in the 1800s and a local priest penned the famous Republican song the fog Drew.
The Shankill stretches to lower and upper you will have a chance to get out and take photos of the political murals that have been painted by locals on gable walls.
The famous international wall depicting the plight of countries who dont get media attendant.Palestine,Kurds etc
What a beautiful building the altar is made of local women wedding rings and was built by italian and local men over 100 years ago.You guide will bring you if you request.
Inclusions
- Pickup from Belfast city center (1 km radius from Belfast city hall)
Exclusions
- Pickup from airports,train stations and cruise ship ports (surcharge to be paid on the day in cash only)
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler Reviews
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Jim was our driver & gave us a running commentary on the political murals, showing us the Peace Wall & 'Checkpoint Charlie'. He gave us time to ask any questions & take photographs. We were given an amazing insight on 'The Troubles' & learnt that it was much more than a conflict about religious differences.
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Brendan gave a well balanced history of Ireland's struggle. He was real, having lived through the troubles , he was able to share his first hand experience. He gave us an excellent perspective of both sides of the conflict. even though he was a member of the IRA. His personal goal is for peace. We would not hesitate to recommend him a an excellent tour guide for Black Taxi Tours.
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John was very nice,knowledgeable and patient! Interesting historical viewpoints explained on both sides. We really enjoyed it!
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No one should visit Belfast without doing this tour. The driver/guides talk openly about the issues and don't gloss over the atrocities. Yet they also inspire with desire to end all hostility as soon as possible. Our guide Stevie, was very unbiased and so positive about a peaceful Belfast in the future. Highly recommended !
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Our driver Tony (Belfast Tours) was truly amazing. We cannot speak highly enough about him. We were a party of 4 from Glasgow, who have a good idea about the Catholic /Protestant issues that it can cause. However, Tony took us by taxi, then got us out the taxi at different areas and told us the full history, which we weren’t fully aware of. You can start to understand why the violence, once it started, would be difficult to stop. That’s why we are of the view that the Good Friday Agreement has to be honoured before the next generation of young men and woman are potentially put through this. Peace has to be the way forward for all parties. Tony, if you get to read this, thank you so much for today and the story you ended the tour with. We will never forget it!!
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Our driver was fantastic. He gave us a real insight into 'the Troubles', what led up to them and how they have changed the politics in NI. I would advise all visitors to the six counties to take this experience and learn a little. Shop around too. Our drive was just £50 for two people, others were double and more for the same time frame. We found it from a flyer in our hotel, don't be fooled by internet booking prices.
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Steve was very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating! It was very interesting and informative. Highly recommended.
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The tour guide named Davy gave us both a personal and highly insightful account of the situation from the 60s until the Good Friday Agreement. He also spoke about the situation today. His knowledge and Belfast wit really contributed to our excellent experience and understanding of events. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Just finished a Political Tour with Black Taxi Tours. Brendan our guide was a pleasure to travel with. He was friendly, informative and had a much welcomed sense of humour. His in-depth knowledge and history of the various areas made the tour personable and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.We could have driven around for several more hours!! Thank you Brendan, we will be recommending you in the future. Faye and Darra,Sligo.
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Easy to book online . Taxi arrived promptly . Robert our driver was very knowledgeable . He pointed out all the major points of interest and also some that we wouldn’t have seen by ourselves . Gave us plenty of time to take photos and answer our questions .
