Cab Tours Belfast Famous Black taxi tours private 2hrs adventure
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Unique opportunity to have a political insight into THE TROUBLES from both Republican and Loyalist ex-Prisoners. The Peoples Belfast black taxi Political tour allows you listen to the Real people and see the REAL Belfast. Learning all about the troubles in Belfast, what it was like to live through, What happened during the troubles and what it’s like now since the peace process, All drivers have lived through the troubles driving the streets for a living and can give a primary account like no other.
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This unique opportunity to travel through the heart land off the IRA and be guided by ex-republican prisoners and listen to the history .and learn about the political murals that dawn the walls. The Belfast Brigade of the Provisional IRA was the largest of the organisation's command areas, based in the city of Belfast. Founded in 1969, along with the formation of the Provisional IRA, it was historically organised into three battalions: the First Battalion based in the Andersonstown/Lenadoon/Twinbrook area of Southwest Belfast; the Second Battalion based in the Falls Road/Clonard/Ballymurphy district of West Belfast; and the Third Battalion organised in nationalist enclaves in the north (Ardoyne, New Lodge, Ligoniel), south (the Markets, Lower Ormeau) and east (Short Strand) of the city. do travel through the heart land off the IRA and be guided by ex-republican prisoners.
The tour will be conducted by loyalist ex-prisoners who will explain the troubled past of Northern Ireland and the history of the loyalist people.The West Belfast Division of the original Ulster Volunteer Force organised on the Shankill and drilled in Glencairn and some of its members saw service in the First World War with the 36th (Ulster) Division and later fought the IRA. A garden of remembrance beside the Shankill Graveyard and a mural on Conway Street commemorate those who fought in the war. Recruitment was also high during the Second World War and that conflict saw damage occur to the Shankill Road as part of the Belfast Blitz when a Luftwaffe bomb hit a shelter on Percy Street, killing many people. The site of the destruction was visited by the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester soon after the attack.
PEACEWALLS The peace lines or peace walls are a series of separation barriers in Northern Ireland that separate predominantly Republican and Nationalist Catholic neighbourhoods from predominantly Loyalist and Unionist Protestant neighbourhoods. They have been built at urban interface areas in Belfast, Derry, Portadown and elsewhere. The stated purpose of the peace lines is to minimise inter-communal violence between Catholics (most of whom are nationalists who self-identify as Irish[1]) and Protestants (most of whom are unionists who self-identify as British[1]). The peace lines range in length from a few hundred yards to over three miles (5 km). They may be made of iron, brick, and/or steel and are up to 25 feet (8 m) high.] Some have gates in them (sometimes staffed by police) that allow passage during daylight but are closed at night.
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Pickup Locations & Times
If Coming of Cruiseship we recommend meet us at a hotel or Belfast city hall in the free pick up zone 1 km from Belfast city hall. We can’t not pick up from cruise ships.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour is from the age of 14 plus
Reviews(11)
One of the most powerful and priceless experiences I’ve ever had was this tour. Our tour guide, Emmanuel, was exceptional and brought the history of the Troubles to life in a way that was beyond my expectations. By interweaving his own personal history into the larger story of the 800 year long British occupation of the North of Ireland, I felt honored to hear E’s story. This tour is absolutely essential if you visit Belfast and truly want to understand this history.
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Jim was fabulous!!! He was chock full of information. He took us to all the stops we wanted to experience and was patient with us getting all of our pictures in.Thanks Jim!
Brendan had a vast knowledge of the history and politics of Belfast and presented it in an unbiased view. You also understood how tumultuous a time it has been in Belfast. My family had a very good time. His passion is unmistakable.
We had an amazing tour by Tony. It was very informative and so much fun. Car was clean and he took us round and explained it all to us. Great trip to do
Fabulous experience from our guide with first hand knowledge and experience. Would recommend highly to anyone wishing to learn more about Northern Ireland's past and present.
Our driver was a former prisoner who knew all sides of The Troubles, having lived it as a teenager. Out of prison more than 30 years, he knew all the key landmarks on each side of the Peace Wall and key moments. He made a great point of showing key steps toward peace, including Father Alec Reed's secretive work at ending the fighting. It is worth every penny.
Thank you Paul for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the tour.
Jim was able to let us see the hunger striker’s commemorative parade. What an honor. We learned so much about The Troubles and signed the Peace wall. Jim was an excellent guide, along with Polly!
Thank you Paula for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the tour and hope to welcome you again soon. We will make sure to pass your kind words over.
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about this history of Northern Ireland and in particular the troubles.
Thank you Timothy for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the tour and hope to welcome you again soon.
This tour is worth every penny it cost. My family learned so much about Belfast and the northern part of Ireland. Our guide, Kevin, drove us around Belfast and explained without bias, the intricate details of historic interactions of the population. We learned so much. Specifically, my teenage children were drawn in by Kevin’s story telling ability. This 2 hour tour was so worth it. If you are interested in the history of the emerald isle then you can’t leave Belfast without going on this Black Taxi Tour. Absolutely worth the cost, you will love it.
Sean was a thoughtful tour guide. His lifelong history with the area was compelling. I would highly recommend his tour!
