Northern Ireland · CITY TOURS
Open-top buses, cabs, private cars and small-group walks, mostly around Belfast and Derry. The 15 below are compared on how long you are on board, what gets pointed out, and what a seat costs.
Guided Belfast City Centre walk on The Troubles, with headsets and local stories, from City Hall to Beacon of Hope for $36.
“If you want the chance to learn about Belfast’s history in an expert, neutral and personal way this is your tour.”
A private black taxi tour in Belfast focused on murals, the Peace Wall, and Troubles stories, with hotel pickup and flexible timing.
“The driver was very knowledgeable. He took us to the murals and catholic / Protestant area while he explained the history and culture of the fighting. He also showed us several WWII tributes within these areas. A fabulous tour.”
Open-top hop-on hop-off bus in Belfast, 19 stops in about 90 minutes, onboard commentary, and 1 or 2-day passes.
“Great tour. 19 stops was long but very interesting. Titanic Experience was awesome and sad at the same time. Recommend to everyone.”
Private 1h45 Derry walk with local guides, Free Derry Corner, Bloody Sunday memorial, murals, and peace-process context.
“It was nice to have a half day tour so we could get another activity in for the day. The bus driver, Ken, was exceptionally knowledgeable.”
Walk the Bogside in Derry with a guide tied to Bloody Sunday justice, stopping at murals and memorial sites in about an hour.
“Tour takes place in small, central area of Derry. Flat, easy walk. Our tour guide John McKinney, brother of William McKinney (who was shot on Bloody Sunday) was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable, informative and answered our many questions. And after everything he's seen and endured, he's still hopeful and positive. Highly recommend.”
A 3-hour small-group Belfast walk from City Hall through Titanic, markets, street art, peace landmarks, and the Lagan, with guide Marti.
“Brilliant informative and enjoyable walk around beautiful Belfast city. Marti is so knowledgeable and passionate, bringing us on a 'Back to the Future' adventure, regaling in the city's challenging history and enterprising diverse community to nurture the city to its current splendour. A unique and interesting jam packed trail, visiting the main attractions the city has to offer while also exploring lesser known spots. Marti engages with the locals so you get a real feel for their friendly hospitality. Lots of tips for where to eat / drink / shop or whatever your interests may be, Marti has an abundance of suggestions for things to do! The City's motto 'Pro…”
Cruise-port pickup to Giant's Causeway, Antrim Coast photo stops, plus a quick Belfast murals tour. Guided 9-hour NI day.
“Bad tour guide who talked only about bars that were passing by and sports, very disorganized tour, bad vehicle, In addition, we were driving an hour to a mediocre restaurant in the middle of nowhere, I guess for a swet deal that company has with the restaurant.”
Belfast to the Giant’s Causeway in one day, plus Dunluce Castle, the Dark Hedges, and a Belfast city loop with Wi-Fi onboard.
“Estelle, was an wxc llwnt guide. We went to all the stops and a few more. There were 4 of us in a 10 seater van.”
Walk the Bogside in Derry to understand Bloody Sunday, guided by a victim’s family member, with stops at Free Derry Corner, memorial, and murals.
“This was a very good tour that had me intrigued from start to end thanks to the host. He is a great stroy teller that had me clinging to every word talking about Bloody Sunday”
Port-friendly Belfast murals and Game of Thrones Dark Hedges, then Giants Causeway and nearby rope bridge views, with a driver-guide.
“The tour was ok. It was advertised as going to the bridge as well as pictures and we were super excited. We did not get taken to the bridge. Also only 2 stops...”
A private 2 hour Belfast black cab tour focused on the Troubles, murals, and peace walls, with pickup, WiFi, and an expert local guide.
“We had a great tour. Our guide was excellent, providing many personal experiences. It was all we hoped and more. Definitely recommend.”
Walk Derry’s City Walls with a small-group guide, hitting key gates, cannons, siege history, and major sights in about two hours.
“David was fantastic. His knowledge of both the ancient and recent past is probably unparalleled. He made it really interesting and didn’t mind questions. No one should visit this town without signing up for this experience.”
A small-group Belfast night walk with a native guide, from City Hall and the Belfast Entries to murals, the Titanic Quarter, and the Beacon of Hope.
“Marty had an immense knowledge of the history of Belfast and the key tourist sites. More impressive was his knowledge of the contemporary Belfast. He took us to the back streets and lanes highlighting modern art, culture, community welfare and sustainability projects. We learnt so much about the city, its people psst and present and the city's desire to move forward. Thanks Marty for an excellent tour.”
Belfast combo: narrated Giant's Causeway day coach plus a 1-day hop-on hop-off city bus pass from Donegall Square West.
“Absolutely outstanding and highly recommend both days of this tour. The Antrim coastline and Giants Causeway are magical and our tour guide on day 1-Stuart was one of the best I’ve ever met. Really friendly and knowledgeable. Day 2 on hop on hop off bus of city was very interesting and lots of fabulous and historic places to see.”
Walk Belfast City Centre with Corey for free-entry sights, headsets, and honest stories on politics, identity, and peace.
“This is a must do tour. We always start our stay with a City tour to help orient us and Corey (and Michelle) did a great job of doing that. Corey was very knowledgeable, friendly and full of stories. Thank you for helping us with restaurant and attraction suggestions.”
Coast runs, cab tours, city walks and an afternoon in a tasting room.
