Things to Do in Belfast
• Hop on as buses arrive every 30 minutes, kick back in your open-top deck seat and take in 360º panoramic views of the city & discover 19 top spots.
• Want to learn more about the city’s history? Tune in to the multilingual audio guide and find out all you can about the sights you pass by.
• Your City Sightseeing pass is also valid for travel on City Tour Belfast buses. So hop on either tour and keep exploring.
• Explore Belfast's Titanic Quarter, experience the buzz of St. George's Market, and marvel at historic gems on Donegall Street.
Our Political Tour offers a fresh and balanced look at Belfast’s turbulent history. We are a new generation of guides – some from Belfast, others from beyond – united by a shared commitment to tell the story of this city without bias. Our aim is to give visitors a deeper understanding of “The Troubles,” the communities involved, and the ongoing journey toward peace.
The experience begins at Belfast City Hall, where we set the historical scene: the centuries of British rule, the 1916 Easter Rising, the partition of Ireland, and the rise of tensions between Catholic nationalists and Protestant unionists. With this context, we explore the city’s divided neighborhoods and their powerful murals.
On Falls Road, the heart of the republican community, we visit the International Wall, the Divis Tower, and the famous Bobby Sands mural.
Each stop reveals the struggles, hopes, and cultural identity of the people who lived through decades of conflict.
Crossing the Peace Wall, covered in messages of reconciliation, we move into the loyalist Shankill Road. Here, murals, memorials, and stories highlight the experiences and perspectives of this community.
Our tour concludes with a reflection on the Good Friday Agreement and Belfast’s transformation into a modern city.
Whether local or international, our guides share one mission: to help you understand both sides of history and connect with the real Belfast.
• Unlike regular city tours, this experience unearths the real, unfiltered Belfast. Hear personal stories of The Troubles, providing insights you won't find elsewhere.
• Step into iconic locations from the conflict era, and let the stirring political murals weave the tale of the city's past, an inclusion that sets this tour apart.
• The tour extends beyond history, with insider tips on the best local hangouts. It’s a historical tour and a city guide, all rolled into one!
• Fun Fact: By the end of the 19th Century Belfast was known as the world's linen capital and was nicknamed Linenopolis.
The Belfast Free Tour is the best way to get to know this curious city. Our mission is to make you feel as if a lifelong friend were showing you the city.
So, what are we going to see?
Free Tour of Belfast: Titanic, the Troubles & Hidden Gems
Welcome! We start at the iconic Belfast City Hall, where I’ll give a brief introduction to the city. We'll check out hidden details, like the missing piece on the City Hall and an unexpected addition to Queen Victoria!
Next, we’ll visit the Titanic Victims' Memorial. There’s more to the Titanic than we know—did you know they hid a fire aboard the ship? I’ll share some fascinating facts before we move on.
History, Murals & Rock Legends
We’ll pass the "In Your Face – Spring in Belfast" mural, symbolizing the city’s rebirth. At the Grand Central Hotel, I’ll reveal the city’s legendary animal symbol.
Then, we’ll visit the Ulster Hall, where Led Zeppelin played their famous song ''Stairway to Heaven''.
Afterward, we’ll stop at the Crown Liquor Saloon, opposite the Europa Hotel, known as the world’s most bombed hotel. Here, we’ll discuss the Troubles and Belfast’s transformation.
The New Belfast & Pub Culture
We’ll head to the Spirit of Belfast, a quirky art piece, and enjoy street music. Walking through a lively alley, we’ll explore the Cathedral Quarter—full of street art, pubs, and culture. We’ll also visit the Cathedral to see its Spire and giant Celtic Cross.
The Docks & The Big Fish
Our final stop is the Docks, where we’ll see the Albert Clock, Belfast’s own Big Ben. Along the River Lagan, we’ll find the Big Fish sculpture, symbolizing the Salmon of Knowledge. Legend says kissing it brings wisdom—let’s give it a try!
That’s the end of our tour! I’ll leave you with some final recommendations. Thanks for joining!
Do you want to know more? Join us!
• Ride comfortably from Belfast with a guide sharing live commentary, uncovering local myths, historical context, and cinematic highlights along the way.
• See Dunluce Castle perched above crashing waves and wander across the UNESCO Giant’s Causeway, feeling the giant-shaped basalt under your feet.
• Walk beneath the gnarled, 300-year-old beech trees of the Dark Hedges, a cinematic and mysterious avenue along Northern Ireland’s countryside.
• Visit Titanic Belfast’s expansive museum with interactive displays detailing the ship’s building, historic voyage, disaster, and cultural significance.
Your native Belfast guide will help you discover the Belfast story, from birth, through its turbulent history of conflict and terror to peace and prosperity!
Maximum number of guests = 15.
Our tour covers more than 400 years of Belfast history – from a small Irish settlement to a giant of the industrial revolution (“The Ultimate Victorian City”) and later to “The Troubles” – a bloody conflict that lasted over thirty years.
I will link all the stages of the city’s development in a way that helps you grasp it’s complex and challenging history.
Discover points of interest along the way and find out how religion, rebellion, politics, and conflict shaped our cityscape.
Great Bars and restaurants will be recommended on the tour.
Book this FREE Tour online today!
• Test your acting skills, witness the creation of dragons using special effects, and even hold replicas of legendary Targaryen weapons.
• See iconic locations like the eerie Hall of Faces and Daenerys Targaryen's Dragonstone throne, used in filming the epic HBO series.
• Choose from various ticket options, including shuttle transfers from the car park, or even upgrade to return transfers from Belfast or Dublin.
• Fun fact: The Iron Throne wasn't just forged on screen. Over 200 real swords were melted down and reshaped into the show’s symbol of power.
As a local guide with in-depth knowledge of British and Irish history, I bring unique insights from living through the Troubles years. I love sharing engaging stories and little-known facts that make the city’s history come alive in an unforgettable way.
Tour Description:
Explore Belfast’s history of the Troubles through both sides—Protestant & Catholic, Unionist & Nationalist, Loyalist & Republican. Walk the Falls and Shankill Roads, see powerful murals and landmarks, and hear hidden local stories and insights only a true local can share.
Some of the areas we will visit:
Loyalist side
- Welcome mural on Shankill road
- The Bayardo Bar Memorial
- Omagh bomb Memorial Garden
- Ulster Tower Mural
- VE Day & 36 (Ulster) Division Murals
- Ulster Covenant Mural
Republican side
- Welcome mural on Falls road
- Divis Tower and murals
- The International ("Solidarity") Wall
- Republican Garden of Remembrance
- The Hunger Strikers Memorial
- Bobby Sand Mural
Along the tour I will also explain the history behind the Troubles in a larger context and also explain the road to peace and the 1998 Peace Agreement.
All questions will be answered and the tour will be delivered in a impartial professional way
Please note:
This is a authentic boutique tour given by a real local with first hand knowledge of the Troubles and the country in general. It is not a tour provided by a generic tour company. Please come on my tour and I will show you the real Belfast!
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
• With buses arriving every 20 to 30 minutes, you can hop on & off as many times as you like & kick back on your open-top seat to take in scenic views.
• An English-speaking live guide walks you through the city’s gritty past and also offers tips on how to make the most of your sightseeing time.
• You can also tune in to an onboard audio guide, available in 6 languages, if you’d like a little more insight on the sights you pass by.
• Hop off at popular stops like the Titanic Museum or the Peace Wall, bearing the signatures of the Dalai Lama and Bill Clinton.
My name is Stevie, born, bred and proud to hail from the historic and unique city of Belfast.
I have a passion for history, culture and notable people all of which Belfast has in abundance. Having grown up with the troubles - being born in 1969 - I have the lived experience of what our city went through and how it has risen to rightly be one of the premium city breaks in the world! My tour also captures the origins of the city from the humble banks of the hidden River Farset through to rebellions, becoming a powerhouse of the industrial revolution including the most famous shipyard and ship in the world. My own history is intertwined with Belfast and I will be your storyteller of this awesome city with a personal touch and the world famous Belfast humour - the craic! Being a tour guide is an honour with one of the best aspects being hearing your stories!
It's my mission to ensure an informative and engaging experience for all with a good dose of the legendary Belfast welcome. I am fully qualified OCN Level 2 and a member of Tour Guides N Ireland providing insurance cover for your peace of mind. See you at the Big Fish!
• Walk through famous Game of Thrones backdrops such as Carnlough Harbour, Cushendun Caves and the Dark Hedges with helpful insights from your guide.
• Spend free time on the Giant’s Causeway’s basalt formations then click atmospheric coastal photographs at nearby Dunluce Castle.
• Your guide offers clear explanations, entertaining stories and useful advice that help you appreciate each site without missing key details.
• Benefit from organised return travel in a comfortable bus, ensuring smooth transitions between stops and keeping the itinerary efficient.
The first and only historical-political tour of Belfast in Italian (also available in English - for more information, contact me by booking). We'll visit the landmarks of West Belfast ( Falls Road and Shankill Road ), discovering the history of the Troubles through the murals and commemorative installations that dot the city.
We'll start from Divis Street (Falls Road - the Catholic road) and the infamous Divis Tower . We'll discover the protagonists and events of the Northern Irish conflict. We'll then head down the Falls Road, visiting the International Wall , the Garden of Remembrance , and the H-Block Memorial . Depending on the travelers' wishes, we'll visit the Irish Republican History Museum at Conway Mill . We'll then continue to the Bobby Sands mural . Afterwards, we'll take a short break with the opportunity to purchase West Belfast souvenirs next to the Sinn Féin headquarters. From here, we'll take a bus to Milltown Cemetery. Then, back on the bus, we'll retrace our steps for a walk along the Peace Wall that separates the Falls Road from the Shankill Road (predominantly Protestant). We'll stop at Frizzell's Fish Shop , the site of a bomb explosion at the end of the Troubles, before continuing on to the Shankill Memorial Park. We'll pass by the former Bayardo pub, another site of an explosion, to conclude the tour at the Shankill Mission . From here, we'll walk back to the meeting point.
• Learn from an expert guide who provides live commentary, behind-the-scenes knowledge, and local context throughout the Northern Ireland day trip.
• Walk across the hexagonal basalt stones at Giants Causeway, then visit the Dark Hedges, famous for its appearance in Game of Thrones.
• Visit Dunluce Castle for dramatic cliffside views, then spend time wandering through Belfast’s streets, historic sites, and vibrant urban spaces at your own pace.
• Opt for front-row seating for superior visibility and comfort, or select regular seats for a relaxed, enjoyable ride along the Northern Ireland coastline.
Discover Belfast like never before.
It all begins in a corner steeped in history, where the streets still whisper tales of struggle, art, and hope. Join me on a fascinating journey through the heart of Belfast, a city marked by its past but vibrant with its present. This isn't just any tour: it's a living experience, told in Spanish by someone who loves this land and wants to share its soul with you.
We'll explore the iconic political murals of the Falls and Shankill, understand the years of conflict, and discover how the city has transformed. We'll stop at City Hall, St. Anne's Cathedral, the Cathedral Quarter, the famous Albert Clock, and other historic and charming spots. We'll end near the iconic Titanic Belfast, where past and future intertwine.
Do you dare to look at Belfast through different eyes?
Book now and be part of a story you won't forget.
IMPORTANT: The tour operates with a minimum of 4 participants . If this number is not met, travelers will be notified to reschedule or cancel the tour.
