Belfast: Political Taxi Tour Belfast: Black Taxi History Tour
ID: GYG264477-458232
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
A guided tour with a Belfast taxi driver showcasing the history of Belfast and its troubles. You can sign your name on the famous peace wall, visit the murals, receive accounts from both sides of the past, and learn about how the city has changed.
Meet your guide, a working Belfast cab driver, and hear about their personal involvement in The Troubles. Enjoy a welcome to Belfast while learning about how they are now dedicated to delivering an unbiased account of this dark period.
Encounter locations like the Falls Road and Shankill Road, two communities still separated by the looming Peace Walls. You will see many telling political murals, and share in stories from those who lived through the conflict.
Enjoy an experience with a maximum of 5 participants, though groups can be as small as 1-3. Notable people who have undertaken this same Black Cab Tour in the past include Anthony Bourdain, Vince Vaughn, and George Negus, to name but a few.
Experience unique insights from the past and present. Your guide will be happy to answer any questions about the city's troubled history, its changes, and its future, or give recommendations for food and entertainment.
Highlights
- Visit the famous murals from both sides of the conflict
- Uncover interesting facts and history about Belfast past and present
- Find out what life was like throughout the troubles
- Receive tips and advice on everything you need to know about spending your time in Belfast
- Hear an unbiased viewpoint and make your own mind up about the past
- Visit the peace wall and sign your name
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Jurys Inn Belfast, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY
Stand at front doors of hotel.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
