2 Hour Terror and Mural History Belfast taxi Private Tour

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| Belfast, Northern Ireland

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Overview

This tour of Belfast with a black taxi driver who lived through the civil rights clash of The Troubles allows you to learn loads more about the city's complicated history than you would traveling on your own. Sit back in rapt attention to your driver's narration, as you visit the famous Belfast murals on Falls Road and Shankill Road, painted by ex-prisoners on both sides of the conflict.

Hear four versions of the city's history: the British version, the Republican version, the Loyalist version, and the truth according to someone who lived through it. Listening to your guide's narrative helps you make sense of a tangled history that is complicated and difficult to understand for visitors. You'll also see photos and videos depicting the neighborhoods visited on the tour as they were at that time.

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HiSorry we don’t pick up from any cruise ship as it’s several mile outside Belfast city centre.But we can collect you outside Belfast city hall front gates. We offer a free pick up 1km radius from city hall. The cruise ship shuttle bus leaves you outside Visit Belfast which is a cross the street from city hall.Please let us know if you like to be picked up city hall front gates.Thanks Lucy

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Great Victoria Street
Belfast BT1 6DY, UK

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What To Expect

Peace Wall

Belfast's Peace Walls, erected during the Troubles in the late 1960s, are striking symbols of Northern Ireland's complex history. These towering barriers, adorned with vivid murals and poignant graffiti, were initially built to separate Protestant and Catholic neighborhoods, aiming to reduce sectarian violence. Today, they stretch across several miles, with gates that still close nightly in some areas. While the walls reflect a turbulent past, they also represent resilience and the ongoing journey towards peace. Guided tours offer deep insights into Belfast's history, the stories behind the murals, and the community's efforts to foster reconciliation and unity

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Divis

Divis Flats, a significant landmark in West Belfast, offers a poignant glimpse into the city's turbulent history during the Troubles. Built in the late 1960s, these high-rise flats quickly became a hotspot for sectarian violence and civil unrest. The area was predominantly Catholic and faced intense conflict with British security forces.At the heart of Divis Flats was a British Army base, established on the rooftop of the tallest building. Known as "Fort Apache," it provided a strategic vantage point but also became a symbol of surveillance and tension. The presence of the army within a residential complex intensified hostilities, leading to numerous confrontations and a lasting impact on the local community.Today, Divis Flats stand as a testament to the resilience of its residents. Guided tours offer a compelling narrative of life during the Troubles, showcasing personal stories, historical events, and the area's transformation towards peace.