The Troubles Belfast Cab Tours: 2-hour Famous Black Taxi Tour
Description
You travel with the original Black taxi men whos friends lost their lives providing a transport system during The Troubles when there was no buses. You can buy water etc and stop of at a toilet stops along the way Duration 2 hour and your guide with give you a in-depth history lesson of 800 years of British rule in Ireland and tell you about the lasting peace.
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Itinerary
You will travel the world famous Falls Road and visit Bombay street the birth place of the Provisonal IRA listen to the stories of Wolfe Tone ,James Connolly and Bobby Sands.The fight for equal rights and the hunger strikes of the 80s.
You will be able to sign you name beside presidents and A list Hollywood stars on just one of the massive Peaces wall that stretch through Belfast.. Take photos of the 100s of political murals in Republican and loyalist areas that have been painted by locals for over 40 years.
Clonard monastery built over 100 years ago and created by local and Italian craftsmen. Also used as a air raid shelter during the Second World War. Plus it where the secret talks where hosted by father Alex Reid between Gerry Adams and John Hume
Welcome to the heart of loyalism The World famous Shankill road. where the UVF and UFF fought for Ulster and to remain British. Listen to the locals and how they fought against the enemies of the state.
The International wall has over 40 murals supporting Black Lives Matter ,Palestine ,The Kurds ,Cuba painted by local street artist
IRA birth place the Falls road stretches several miles and has main points with murals and memorial Republican gardens.Learn the history with the drivers who colleagues where murdered suppling a transport once the British with drew the bus service for over 5 years.
Highlights
What's included
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
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(38)
Our tour was outstanding! Our guide Jimmy gave us a clear vision of the history and the actual events that occurred. Jimmy showed us both sides of the conflict and where key events occurred. Just a great experience!
Our tour guide Sean, was very knowledgeable and informative . He educated my husband and I on the history of The Troubles in a very balanced, friendly and relaxed manner. This tour was an eye opener for us and we would highly recommend Sean as your guide.
Thanks so much for your feedback Maeve we’re really glad you enjoyed the tour. We will make sure to pass your feedback onto Sean!
Great experience and our driver and tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He explained so much to us in an unbiased way. We were amazed at his humility as well, as he has been greatly affected by the historical events he spoke about. We would highly recommend this tour.
James Crumley was a superb and knowledgeable guide. I learned much about The Troubles in Northern Ireland. I’m an American history professor from NYC and appreciate James’ knowledge and insights. Great tour and a wonderful way to spend an afternoon in Belfast.
Great and educational experience for my family. Could not have been more impressed with the guides
our driver Ricky was so informative and kind. He has his knowledge of History in his keen mind and shares his own life being born during the trouble. It was the best!
Great driver Sean who was full of information about history and local experiences. Recommended tour.
Sean did a great job explaining different points of view on the tour! He went into all the history and it was so eye opening
This was a very interesting trip, based on an important historical introduction (presented with the most primitive and useful map I’ve seen for years – a cartographer’s dream). We appreciated the fine balance between hard facts, sober storytelling and emotional involvement.
Thanks so much for your feedback we’re really glad you enjoyed the tour.
Fascinating Troubling to see the ongoing strife between the Unionists and the Irish Still has the feel of hatred
Thank you for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the tour.
