15 Best Belfast Political History Tours

“Very informative, we learnt a lot about the troubles.”

“This was a wonderful experience. We learned so much about that time in Belfast's history and The Troubles. The guide was a young man living in Belfast during that time and had many first hand experiences to share. The tour takes a neutral position and…”

“This was a fascinating tour, hearing conflicting views of the Troubles and the aftermath from two passionately committed guides. It was very educational and instructive, yet at the same time very moving and poignant, since there has obviously been so much suffering over the years,…”

“Dan was very knowledgeable and had lived experience of growing up in Belfast during the troubles. It was enlightening to understand from his point of view.”

“An instructive experience with the passionate guide Jimmy, who explained to us the entire history of the troubles. The perfect start to a visit to Belfast”

“Mylie was fantastic. Knowledgeable is an understatement.”

“I would definitely advise anybody who's interested in the troubles to take this walk not a bus Tour. Arthur our Tour guide is very knowledgeable and passionate about the troubles having lived through it also funny, 3 hrs seems a long time but it goes…”

“Instructive, funny and entertaining. Good walking speed. Guide knows his City and shares his lessons for humanity that result from a troubled past”

“This was such a wonderful tour- that was both educational and moving. I learned so much from the personal stories our tour operator Joe McCullough shared. He truly had the lived experience which told the story in a meaningful and memorable way. My entire family…”

“I was originally going to do a Black Cab tour, but I wanted to hear the experiences of two opposing sides. My tour was yesterday and I’m still processing the stories and information (in a good way!). Our guides Jack and Mark did remarkable work…”

“A brilliant experience. Hugh our driver explained the history of Belfast and background to ‘ The Troubles’ and what the situation is currently. The political murals helped us to understand this very complex history. Thankyou Hugh for answering all our questions. Would highly recommend this…”

“It’s an incredible experience - I’ve done it twice and I’ve learned so much each time. Was thrilled to share this with my husband and teenage son.”

“Tony was awesome! Learned so much and he was a wealth of knowledge! Appreciate him taking us around during a very rainy day.”

“Our guide, Henry, was exceptional! He explained the history of the conflicts and the current context as only someone who has lived through it could. I’ll recommend him to friends and will return soon with my in-laws. Worth every penny!!!”

“This was an unexpectedly good tour. We really did not know the history of the Troubles in Belfast but we certainly got a very good overview of this unsettling period of Irish history. Great to hear the stories from our guide who grew up in…”