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.
The best opportunity to discover Belfast, with the best guides in the city. In this Free walking tour of Belfast you will get to know famous and essential places such as:
• The Docklands & The Lagan River
• Cathedral Quarter
• Albert Clock
• The Big Fish
• Belfast City Hall
• City Laneways
• 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.
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!
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• Includes return coach from Dublin, engaging commentary from your guide, and free time in Belfast to sightsee, relax, or grab a bite.
• Pause for dramatic, windswept photographs at the cliffside ruins of Dunluce Castle, then explore UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway’s basalt columns.
• Stroll beneath the atmospheric Dark Hedges, then explore Titanic Belfast’s nine interactive galleries and stunning modern architecture at the old shipyard.
• Add front row seats for better views, more space, and a smoother ride. Ideal for photography and staying fully engaged with your guide’s stories.
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.
• Sit amongst 40,000 interlocking basalt columns arranged in a honeycomb pattern, where 60 million years of history will whisper their timeless tales.
• Step into Ireland’s past as your guide paints you a vivid picture of how Carrickfergus and Dunluce Castle withheld Viking invasions and sieges.
• A picnic at the Dark Hedges will transport you to the King's Road from the world of Game of Thrones.
• Fun Fact: Giants Causeway got its name from an Irish legend — giant Finn McCool built the causeway to settle beef with another giant in Scotland.
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!
• 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.
My Insider’s History and Cultural tour
covers over 1500 years of Belfast history – from a small Irish settlement to a giant of the Industrial Revolution to the post conflict capital that is one of Ireland’s hottest tourist attractions
Make the most of your time in Belfast with
my insider’s History and Culture Tour
Small group size makes for a more personal and memorable experience.
Admire stunning Victorian architecture, explore the narrow historic ‘entries’ with their atmospheric pubs and stroll the cobbled streets of the cathedral quarter and the city’s dazzling array of street art.
The tour ends at the Big Fish beside the River Lagan within easy reach of both Titanic and Cathedral Quarters and several of Belfast’s pubs.
There is no more enjoyable and rewarding
way to take in the fascinating history, iconic landmarks and vibrant contemporary life of this Beautiful city than on a guided walking tour with a experienced knowledgable and insightful insider.
On this memorable tour you will gain an understanding of and insight into how the Belfast of today has been shaped by religion, rebellion and conflict.
As a native and resident of Belfast I will share with you my personal favourite bars restaurants and cafes.
Book now and make the most of your time in Belfast !!
• English-speaking guide onboard offers live commentary and insights, with Irish folk tunes during the drive and independent time to explore Belfast.
• Climb across the famous basalt columns at Giant’s Causeway, then see the twisted 300-year-old trees lining the Dark Hedges, a cinematic filming location.
• Photograph the windswept ruins of Dunluce Castle, perched on cliffs above the sea, before wandering through Belfast’s historic spots & street-side eateries.
• Opt for front-row seating to enjoy maximum comfort, better visibility for photos, and an unobstructed view of the Antrim coast.
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.
• With an English-speaking guide providing intriguing insights and history of the areas you'll traverse, your day will be packed with tales of myths and legends!
• Enjoy the thrill of re-enacting Arya Stark's escape using props on location at Carnlough Harbour, an untouched fishing village offering breathtaking views.
• Experience the mysterious allure of Cushendun Caves and Dunluce Castle, where pivotal scenes from the series unfolded.
• Fun fact: The Dark Hedges is steeped in local lore, rumored to be haunted by a spectral 'Grey Lady' who appears at dusk.
✨“One wall, two worlds, and one buried secret: discover it on our Belfast Political Tour”✨
It all begins in a divided city. It's not fiction. It's not a stage set. It's Belfast , where the streets still whisper stories that don't appear in the history books.
Imagine standing in front of a 5km wall, covered in murals that silently scream their truth. On one side, the hope of a united Ireland; on the other, the strength of an indivisible Kingdom. This is where it all began. Do you dare to cross?
For two hours, we'll walk through the real-life scenes of the armed conflict that divided Northern Ireland for three decades. This isn't a tourist tour: it's a raw, human, and moving experience . You'll experience it through real stories, testimonies, open wounds, and symbols that tell it all... without saying anything.
We will visit:
- Falls Road
- Divis Tower
- The Wall
- Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden
- Shankill Road
- The former fish market that was the scene of the 1993 attack , El Bayardo ...
- And of course, the 1998 Peace Agreement , the beginning of the end… although the scars still bleed silently.
Why is this tour different?
Because we don't tell it to you as a lesson. We tell it to you as someone who's lived it. Because you don't just see places, you understand them. Because it's not a tour, it's an emotional journey.
👉 Limited seats! Book your political tour now. Because some stories can only be understood by walking them.
