Private Belfast Black Taxi Tour
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Black Cab history tours of Belfast
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (UK)
London black taxi cab waits in a backstreet with it orange light on to be hailed.
Last updated: 10 November, 2022
There’s far more to Belfast than The Troubles, but that doesn’t mean the city’s chequered past should be forgotten. If you’re curious about Belfast’s political history, the best way to learn about it is on a black cab tour around the city.
These tours are led by people who lived through The Troubles, and have a unique insight into that tumultuous period of time.
They’ll share personal stories that can’t be found in any history book, and tell the tales behind the city’s unique political murals, as well as visiting areas of the city you might not choose to visit independently, including the Peace Wall, separating Shanklin Road and The Falls.
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Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 13+
When: All year around
Duration: 2 hours
Getting there & doing it
The driver will pick you up from your hotel and then head to the Cathedral Quarter in the city centre, where the 2-hour tour will start. There is usually a set base cost, then an increase per person (up to 5).
When to do it
Tours generally run all year, bar some public holidays. It’s best to avoid booking a tour during morning or evening rush hour, for obvious reasons.
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