Top Belfast Art & Culture

Explore the Crumlin Road Gaol and gain insight into Belfast’s criminal history on this 1-hour tour. Go through the infamous Crumlin Road Gaol and learn of the many unsavoury characters once held here. Visit the reception buildings — where new arrivals were processed — and follow the prisoners’ footsteps from the courthouse to the jail. See the various different wings from a high vantage point, experience life locked inside one of the cells and see where prisoners spent their final days before hanging for their crimes.

The History of the Troubles is a live online experience. Hosted by Paul Donnelly (Top U.K. Tour Guide 2019 - World Guide Awards), the experience is made up of two parts, a 60 minute audio visual presentation and virtual tour of Northern Ireland which will explain the history of the conflict that we know as the Troubles and also the path to peace. This is followed by a fully interactive Q&A and discussion session where you can engage with Paul and Mark and ask questions and learn about our experiences, we expect the total duration to be between 90 minutes and 2 hours. The total Experience will allow you to discover the events which led up to violence breaking out in the 1960’s, the realities of growing up and living your life during the conflict, how we achieved peace, and our challenges going forward. We promise an enriching, amazing, engaging, educational & powerful experience. The Experience runs on Saturdays & Sundays at 5pm (British Summer Time). Check your timezone!

Since the official end of the Troubles in Northern Ireland, Belfast has flourished, though the impact of the 30-year conflict is still keenly felt by those who live there. On this walking tour, visit locations where key events took place and get an insider perspective on the conflict, its lingering effects, and Northern Ireland’s path to peace.

There’s a great deal more to Belfast than its historical conflict. Gain a more comprehensive understanding of life in Belfast on this private walking tour that explores the city’s punk rock scene, global links, the context of the Troubles, and more. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your local guide as you stroll by top landmarks and hidden gems, and receive personalized recommendations for the rest of your visit.

Explore one of Northern Ireland’s most famous natural treasures on this guided tour of Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Travel into rural Northern Ireland as your guide sheds light on the region’s rich heritage and geology. Take in panoramic views along Antrim’s winding coastal roads, and discover top sites of interest including the Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, Dunluce Castle and the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge. On arrival at the UNESCO–listed Giant’s Causeway, spend two hours exploring at your leisure. Then, enjoy a short stop in Carnlough on route back to Belfast.

Make the most of your limited time in Northern Ireland on a full day tour, and explore three of the top attractions. Discover the story of the Titanic with an immersive experience at the Titanic Museum, marvel at the wild and beautiful Giant’s Causeway, and walk through the centuries-old Dark Hedges. Enjoy live commentary from your guide and round-trip transportation from Belfast.

Step across Belfast’s divisions—and learn what life was like during the Troubles—on this powerful, two-in-one tour. You’ll have the rare chance to explore the city with two different guides: both former political prisoners, one with Loyalist and one with Republican allegiances. In their company, you’ll learn more about the era in history, will see the city’s murals, will tour Catholic Falls Road and Protestant Shankill Road, and more.

During your time in Belfast, take a small-group walking tour and learn more about the 30-year conflict period dubbed the "Troubles." Learn how Belfast transformed from a small settlement to a powerhouse in Northern Ireland from your guide. Discover the politics, religion, art, and architecture that makes Northern Ireland unique as you walk around the capital city.

Delve into the fascinating history of the Titanic at Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic exhibition, on a self-guided tour of the magnificent museum. Explore the institution at your own pace in order to discover insightful exhibits detailing the construction, voyage, and legacy of the infamous ship. Enjoy interactive displays; watch audiovisual presentations; and feel your adrenaline levels surge during an exhilarating Shipyard Ride. Receive complimentary entry to the SS Nomadic with your Titanic Belfast ticket.

Explore one of Northern Ireland’s most famous natural attractions on this full-day Giant’s Causeway tour from Belfast. Follow the Antrim Coastal Road as your guide explains the region’s history and geology. Take in landmarks including Antrim Coastal Road, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and 'Game of Thrones' filming locations, including the Dark Hedges plus much more. Head on to the magnificent Giant's Causeway and gain insight into the geological phenomenon and hear tales of Irish folklore from centuries passed. Take in panoramic coastal views, then return to Belfast.

Discover the poignant and politically charged artworks that adorn Belfast’s streets on this mural tour. Learn about the city’s compelling street art and how its striking murals marked the conflicts and protests of The Troubles of Northern Ireland. See the colorful murals created by both the Nationalist and Loyalist communities, including the notorious Peace Wall, featuring the signatures of the Dalai Lama and President Clinton.

History enthusiasts that want to unpack the complicated history of The Troubles shouldn't miss this private guided tour, where you explore Belfast in a London black cab. Join your guide—one of the drivers that shuttled passengers along the Falls Road and Shankill Road—and learn all about this challenging moment in Ireland's history. As you go, enjoy your guide's live narration, check out historic photographs, and stop to marvel at the now-famous Belfast peace walls.

Belfast is known for its heritage and landmarks, but gaining intimate insight can be difficult on a self-led tour. Discover the city with a local, and learn about its history and culture as you visit locations including Waterfront Hall, the Cathedral Quarter, and Belfast City Hall. Benefit from the more personalized experience of a small-group tour, and receive a 10% discount in a local gift shop.

See the magical location where the hit fantasy drama ‘Game of Thrones’ is filmed on a full-day tour of the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, visit key filming locations while listening to inside gossip about popular characters. Ride through the atmospheric, tree-shrouded Dark Hedges Road and marvel at the mystifying rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway.

There are many 'Game of Thrones' tours available, but this one has the appeal of being led by guides who have appeared in the show as extras. Trek along the wild sea cliffs and rocky beaches that starred in the GoT and see how the scenes were brought to life by watching VFX breakdowns on tablets.

This tour has been highly recommended by universities around the world hugely popular for people interested in political conflict studies.This tour is unique as it specialises in Irish Republicanism by a Professional Guide with a unique insight into the conflict as well as Irish History. Your guide is also a member of Sinn Féin and an Irish Republican Political Activist and is fully equipped to give you an in-depth analysis of the conflict from an Irish Republican perspective and view from the start in 1969 to the present day, as well as the last 848 years of British Occupation. From 1969 until 1997, the Provisional Irish Republican Army conducted an armed military campaign primarily in the Northern part of Ireland (the occupied 6 counties and England and Europe,aimed at ending British rule in Northern Ireland in order to create a united Ireland. We will visit areas that ordinary tourists do not have access to you will gain Access to a Private Museum not open to the general public.

Follow in the footsteps of the Starks and Tullys with a full day, ‘Game of Thrones’ tour from Belfast, and experience the landscapes of Winterfell, Riverrun and Robb’s camp. Explore a 12th century castle where Robb Stark was proclaimed King of the North, then see the 19th century castle that became Riverrun. Walk the atmospheric grounds of Winterfell to see the site of Bran’s fall and the courtyard where Ser Rodrick was beheaded. Pay your respects at Saint Patrick’s grave before visiting the forest where the Starks’ direwolves were found.

Leave the guidebook at home and get to know the real Belfast on an evening walking tour led by a local. Gain insight into the capital’s early and modern history as you stroll by attractions such as the Waterfront Hall, the Cathedral Quarter, and City Hall, as well as some hidden gems. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge and receive useful recommendations for the rest of your stay.

It would be a missed opportunity to travel to Belfast without seeing the amazing Giant's Causeway, a natural phenomenon along the coast north of Belfast that has to be seen to be believed. Get transported in an executive Mercedes V Class or S Class and stop at at castles and rustic villages along the way. After the visit to the Giant's Causeway, head to the nearby village of Bushmills, home to the famed distillery of the same name.

Travel into the seven kingdoms with this exciting Game of Thrones-themed tour from Belfast. See where many pivotal GoT scenes were shot, as you view magical landscapes. Get dazzled by the Giant's Causeway, walk along the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, explore the Cushendun Caves, 400-million-year-old caves often used in the show. You don't have to be an avid Game of Thrones viewer to love this tour, as the nature and culture you'll see along the way will be dazzling.

Explore famous filming locations from television’s 'Game of Thrones,' plus the renowned Giant’s Causeway, on this 9-hour tour of Northern Ireland from Belfast. Discover well-known spots from the series such as the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and Dunluce Castle, as well as the UNESCO–listed Giant’s Causeway, which shares the same otherworldly feel as the filming spots. Your guide, well-versed in the show, brings the 'Game of Thrones' series to life. Visit sites featured in popular plot lines, including Lordsport, Renly Baratheon of Storm’s End’s camp and Dark Hedge road (where Arya Stark famously fled King’s Landing), then return to Belfast. A stop for lunch (at own expense) in Ballycastle, the hometown of a few of the actors from the series, is included.

Gain insight into Belfast’s historical conflict on a private black cab tour, led by a local who lived, and worked, during the Troubles. Transfer with ease between dispersed landmarks, learning more about them from your guide, then hop out for a closer look at sights such as the Falls Road and Shankill murals. Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfer from your central hotel, and receive a free photograph as a memento of your experience.

Belfast’s history of conflict can be tricky for visitors to understand. Learn about the Troubles directly from the people that were affected on this private history tour. Hop into a black taxi and set off with your driver-guide to see world-famous landmarks including Falls Road, the Peace Wall, and Shankill, and gain intimate insight into the dark past and hopeful future of the vibrant Northern Irish capital.

Embark on an epic journey through the Seven Kingdoms on this full-day tour of Northern Ireland’s 'Game of Thrones' filming locations from Belfast. Immerse yourself in the real-life locations seen on-screen in the hit series and follow in the footsteps of characters like Arya Stark, Sansa Stark, and Jon Snow. Along the way, marvel at natural wonders like the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway and walk the notorious Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.