120 Minutes
Daily Tour
15 people
English
Your Belfast Mural Tour commences in the Shankill Road area, known as the Protestant/British neighborhood. Your black taxi driver will provide a comprehensive history of the area starting with King William III's arrival in Ireland in 1690 to defeat King James II at the Battle of the Boyne. They will then discuss the recent troubles that took place from 1969 to 1998 and the peace agreement that ended it. During a short walk, the driver will explain the significance of the loyalist murals in the area and offer the opportunity to take photographs.
The Belfast Mural Tour starts in the Protestant/British neighborhood of Shankill Road, where your black taxi cab driver will give you an in-depth history of the area. Beginning with King William III's victory over King James II in the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, your driver will then cover the recent troubles that lasted from 1969 to the signing of the peace agreement in 1998. During a brief walk, your driver will guide you through the loyalist murals in the area and explain their significance. You'll also have the chance to take your own photos of the Belfast murals.
The tour continues to Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden in Bombay Street where, according to some, the modern troubles began with the burning of Catholic homes. This is also the birthplace of the Provisional IRA. Your black taxi driver will provide a detailed explanation of each section of the garden and its purpose. The next stop is the Sinn Fein press office, featuring one of the most recognizable Falls Road murals: the Bobby Sands mural. Your driver will enlighten you on the history of Bobby Sands and the 1981 Irish hunger strike at Maze Prison.
The tour concludes at the International Wall, showcasing an array of murals with a common theme of "highlighting oppression," ranging from the 1969 race riots in America to contemporary events in Palestine.
Prices start from £90 for 1 – 2 people. £45 pp thereafter
For peace of mind, you can request an invoice to pay in advance. You can also pay with cash on the day of your tour. The choice is yours.
The Belfast Political Mural Tour typically lasts for 90 minutes.
Yes, wheelchair friendly cabs are available. If you have any additional needs, please make us aware at the time of booking. Cabs can take up to 8 passengers.
Our tour typically departs from 3 Donegall Square East, Belfast. If you would like picked up from your hotel additional charges would apply. * Additional fees do exist for locations outside of Belfast City Centre.
# | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
---|---|---|---|---|
15 | 1 | 1 | 1 | £0 |
1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | £80 |
2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | £120 |
3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | £160 |
4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | £200 |
5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | £240 |
6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | £280 |
7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | £320 |
8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | £360 |
9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | £400 |
10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | £440 |
11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | £480 |
12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | £520 |
13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | £560 |
14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | £600 |