Belfast Mural Tours: the 15 Best Cabs and Walks

1.Murals Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,047 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $51Our pick

Take a 1.5-hour private taxi tour through Belfast’s Falls and Shankill districts with guides such as Edward, Jim, Sean, or Nigel. Expect personal stories, political murals, the Peace Wall, Divis Tower, Bombay Street, and Crumlin Road Gaol, plus hotel pickup and time for questions and photos.

“Absolutely loved it! Nigel was fantastic, explained everything so clearly and had a great story-telling ability. He took us out of his way to see an additional mural which we really appreciated. Thanks Nigel!”

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2.Famous 1.5 hour Belfast Murals Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83Top rated

This 90-minute private van tour takes you from the Leonardo Hotel through Divis, the International Mural Wall, Bobby Sands Mural, Clonard Monastery, the Peace Wall, and Shankill Road. Guides including Joe, John, Jackie, Billy, and Kieran share the stories and personal memories behind Belfast’s divided neighborhoods.

“This was a great day and very informative. Would recommend this trip.”

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3.Private Black Taxi Cab Political Murals Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 425 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $50

Ride through Belfast with local guide Hugh Jordan in a traditional black cab, visiting the Falls Road, Shankill Road, Bombay Street, Divis Tower, Albert Street, and the Peace Walls. You’ll hear personal accounts of growing up during the Troubles, ask questions in private, and sign the Peace Wall before being dropped at a central location.

“Brilliant tour Hugh was really friendly and easygoing, loads of information. Would highly reccommend”

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4.Political Wall Murals and Peacewall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 247 reviews · 1.5 hours

Take a private 1.5-hour black cab tour through Belfast’s Falls Road, Shankill area, political murals, memorials, and Peace Wall. Your English-speaking guide, often a local who lived through The Troubles, explains both communities’ experiences, answers questions, and shows how Belfast is changing. City-center pickup is included.

“I couldn't have asked for better guide. Paul was fantastic. I did this on a whim and I am so glad I did. The only word to describe this experience is profound. This is something that you shouldn't miss. You won't regret it.”

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5.2 Hour Private Belfast Taxi Cab Tour of Troubles & Peace walls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $117

Spend two hours in a private Belfast black taxi with a local guide who may have lived through The Troubles. Visit Falls Road, Shankill Road, Bombay Street, Clonard Monastery, the International Mural Wall, and a peace wall. Guides such as Harry, Sean, Danny, Brendan, David, Joe, and Tommy are praised for clear, personal explanations.

“Brendan gave a comprehensive explanation with humor. He answered our many questions patiently! He helped us better understand the history and culture.”

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6.Private Political History & Murals Tour Belfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $76

Ride through Belfast with a private English-speaking guide such as Sean, Brian, Brendan, or Thomas. Visit the Peace Wall, Shankill Road, Bobby Sands mural, and Crumlin Road Gaol, while hearing local accounts of The Troubles. The air-conditioned vehicle keeps the tour easy, but the vehicle may not always be a traditional black cab.

“Sean was extremely knowledgeable and gave a wonderful history of The Troubles! Faster than reading a book, and he recommended several books if we wanted to dive deeper.”

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7.Giant’s Causeway and Belfast City Murals Tour inc Game of Thrones Dark Hedges

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 180 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $48

This six-hour Belfast shore excursion combines a guided look at the city’s murals and peace walls with the Dark Hedges, Bushmills Distillery, Giant’s Causeway, and a view of Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Driver-guides such as Brian, Benn, Lindsey, and Kevin have been praised for lively storytelling. Port pickup is offered, but confirm the meeting point and ship details carefully.

“We took the little shuttle bus to go down and back up the hill. It was worth it as the views were great. The causeway is a sight to see!! I still can’t fathom how it was shaped. This was my second time visiting it and I was still in awe.”

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8.Belfast Troubles Murals Street Art and Peace Wall Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend about three hours walking from Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter into West Belfast, seeing modern street art, Loyalist and Republican murals, the International Mural Wall, the Peace Wall, and the Bobby Sands mural. Local guide Marti explains the Troubles, Belfast’s community projects, and the city’s slow move toward peace. Adults only, with roughly 6 kilometers of brisk walking.

“Vandaag hebben we een prachtige wandeling in Belfast gedaan, de tijd vloog voorbij en Marti is een geweldige gids. We hebben er veel geleerd over de roerige geschiedenis van deze stad en gezien hoe de inwoners met elkaar de toekomst weer hoop geven”

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9.Luxury Giants Causeway Tour in Mercedes + FREE Belfast Mural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours in a private Mercedes with a local Belfast guide, visiting the Giant's Causeway, Carrick-A-Rede, Dunluce Castle, Bushmills, and the Dark Hedges. Your day ends with a free 30-minute mural tour through Belfast's Falls Road, Shankill Road, and Peace Wall area. Pickup from Belfast city center and the cruise terminal is included.

“Mr Paul driver was friendly and made so comfortable for the day tour with clear explanations of the tour. Must be really appreciated for his work”

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10.Black Taxi Mural “Tour Like A Local”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Join Hugh Jordan for a 90-minute private black taxi tour through Belfast’s divided neighborhoods. Visit the Bobby Sands Mural, Falls Road, Bombay Street, Peace Wall, and Shankill Road while hearing local views on the Troubles. Central Belfast hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with space for your group only.

“A Fantastic tour! Very interesting stories & learned so much! Our guide was excellent and provided some great insight to the troubles.”

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11.Belfast Troubles : Murals, Street Art, and Peace Wall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 99 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Walk from central Belfast into the Shankill and Falls areas with local guide Marti, seeing political murals, modern street art, peace lines, Divis Road, and the Peace Wall. Over three hours, he explains the Troubles, community-led Re-imaging projects, and Belfast’s move toward peace. Small groups are limited to eight and the tour runs in all weather.

“A very interesting tour with a knowledgable guide with balanced information. My 16-year-old very much enjoyed the experience (mentioning the links to GCSE History and English lit content that helped her understanding). The tour took in locations that we would not have found (nor fully appreciated) walking without a guide. Our most enlightening 7500 steps of our stay!”

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12.Belfast Famous Black Taxi Tour Political Murals & Peace Wall 2 Hr

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $116

Spend two hours in a traditional black taxi visiting Belfast’s Falls and Shankill districts, the Peace Wall, Clonard, Divis, and famous political murals. Your local driver explains the conflict from both republican and loyalist viewpoints, with photo stops and hotel pickup within 1 kilometer of Belfast City Hall.

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13.IRA Troubles Conflict Private Tour Museum Graves Murals and Political Analysis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $255

This three-hour private Belfast tour follows the Republican story of The Troubles through Falls Road, Shankill Road, peace walls, Milltown Cemetery, Bobby Sands murals, Clonard, and Divis. Guides including Barry, Paula, and Joe offer political context and, where available, personal memories. A private museum visit adds objects and testimony rarely seen on standard city tours.

“It was great. Joe was amazing. One of the Best tours we have ever had. We recommend it to all people visiting Belfast.”

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14.Political Mural Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 66 reviews · 1 hour · from $54

Spend one hour in a private, air-conditioned taxi with a Belfast guide such as Tony, Jackie, Jimmy, or Marty. Visit Divis Tower, the Falls Road, peace walls, and Shankill Road while hearing personal, balanced accounts of The Troubles. You can leave the taxi at stops for photos.

“It was an absolute pleasure, and I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Belfast! The only thing that needs to be fixed is giving more exact details in where to go to for the tour! The location was not clear in its description.”

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15.Belfast Music and Street Art Small Group Guided Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Join local guide Marti for a 2.5-hour Belfast walk through the Cathedral Quarter, Belfast Entries, and city-center pubs. See political and non-political street art, hear live music when available, pass Kelly’s Cellars and the Crown Liquor Saloon, and pick up practical tips for enjoying Belfast after dark.

“Marti gave a great tour! I couldn't recommend it more! He shared his knowledge of all the street art, that present for some time as well as that appearing with just a few days. The music scene differs by day of the week, but Marti knows all and will ensure you have a great time! Everything from a ukulele jam fest, to a Filipino from NYC rocking it, to traditional Irish. Great tour, outstanding guide, book this tour as it will truly elevate your Belfast experience.”

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