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Belfast Troubles & Peace Free Tour

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4.9(165)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 165 reviews2h 30minFree · tip-basedRun by Spirit of Belfast Tours
Belfast Troubles & Peace Free Tour

Explore both sides of Belfast’s troubled past in this walking tour through the Falls and Shankill Roads. Discover powerful murals, the Peace Wall, and the stories behind “The Troubles” with a new generation of impartial local guides.

We meet at Raidió Fáilte, West Belfast's Irish-language radio station. Your guide sets the scene and explains the events that led to the Troubles.

From there we head up the Falls Road, the heartland of Irish republicanism. You'll see Divis Tower, once a British Army observation post, and the International Wall with its ever-changing murals.

Next comes the iconic Bobby Sands mural, along with memorials to IRA volunteers and republican prisoners.

We then pass through a gate in the Peace Wall, which still divides the two communities today. On the other side lies the Shankill Road, the heart of loyalist Belfast.

Here you'll find a different set of murals and memorials, and hear stories of identity, loyalty and loss.

Along the way, you'll learn about the paramilitaries on both sides, how the conflict shaped daily life, and the long road to the 1998 Good Friday Agreement.

Led by a new generation of local storytellers who tell the story without taking sides, this is the perfect way to understand the human side of Belfast's past.

Meeting point

raidio failte

Before you go

Length
About 2h 30min
Languages
English
Usual start times
10:30, 14:00 (Belfast time)
Coming up
120 departures in 3 months, 6 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h 30min.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is raidio failte. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

120 departures are listed in the next three months, 6 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30 and 14:00. Times are local to Belfast.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.

Is it accessible?

The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.

Can I bring my dog?

The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.

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