# Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - **Activity Name**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - **Rating**: 5 (4 reviews) - **Location**: Leonardo Hotel Belfast - Formerly Jurys Inn, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, United Kingdom - **City**: Belfast - **State**: NI - **Country**: United Kingdom - **Duration**: 1 Hour - **Activity URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/things-to-do/guided-political-taxi-tour-of-belfast-aidmeqn3tk ## About this Activity Your Experience Embark on a Historical Journey with a Local Expert Embark on the Belfast: Political Taxi Tour and step into a time machine that will transport you back to the era of The Troubles. Your guide, not just any guide, but a taxi driver who has personal ties to this historical period will pick you up from a spot just a stone's throw away from the iconic Belfast City Hall. As you drive through the once-no-go areas of Belfast, get ready to be immersed in tales that unveil both the Protestant and Catholic perspectives, providing a balanced understanding of the past. Traverse the significant locations of Falls Road and Shankill Road, seeing the vividly narrated history of Belfast through the eyes of its inhabitants. You won't just be following any guide, but tracing the same route taken by renowned personalities like Vince Vaughn and Ross Kemp. Uncover Belfast's Secrets in the Present Your guide’s personal anecdotes from the era of The Troubles, combined with a visit to the city's poignant murals, will paint a vivid picture of Belfast’s turbulent past. But the journey doesn't stop there. Discover how Belfast has transformed over time, with the iconic Peace Walls still standing between communities. You'll have the chance to step out at some locations – a perfect opportunity to snap a photograph of the unpredictable Belfast weather. Round off the tour by picking your guide’s brain for insider tips on the best places to eat, shop, and have fun in the city. ## Pricing - **Starting Price**: GBP 32.61 - **Currency**: GBP ## Essential Information - **Location**: Leonardo Hotel Belfast - Formerly Jurys Inn, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, United Kingdom - **Address**: Belfast, NI, United Kingdom - **Coordinates**: 54.5960804, -5.9350151 ## About the place Embark on a Historical Journey with a Local Expert Embark on the Belfast: Political Taxi Tour and step into a time machine that will transport you back to the era of The Troubles. Your guide, not just any guide, but a taxi driver who has personal ties to this historical period will pick you up from a spot just a stone's throw away from the iconic Belfast City Hall. As you drive through the once-no-go areas of Belfast, get ready to be immersed in tales that unveil both the Protestant and Catholic perspectives, providing a balanced understanding of the past. Traverse the significant locations of Falls Road and Shankill Road, seeing the vividly narrated history of Belfast through the eyes of its inhabitants. You won't just be following any guide, but tracing the same route taken by renowned personalities like Vince Vaughn and Ross Kemp. Uncover Belfast's Secrets in the Present Your guide’s personal anecdotes from the era of The Troubles, combined with a visit to the city's poignant murals, will paint a vivid picture of Belfast’s turbulent past. But the journey doesn't stop there. Discover how Belfast has transformed over time, with the iconic Peace Walls still standing between communities. You'll have the chance to step out at some locations – a perfect opportunity to snap a photograph of the unpredictable Belfast weather. Round off the tour by picking your guide’s brain for insider tips on the best places to eat, shop, and have fun in the city. ## Highlights Delve into Belfast's past with this Political Taxi Tour, guided by an actual cab driver, this tour offers a truly local perspective of the city's history.Unlike regular city tours, this experience unearths the real, unfiltered Belfast. Hear personal stories of The Troubles, providing insights you won't find elsewhere.Step into iconic locations from the conflict era, and let the stirring political murals weave the tale of the city's past, an inclusion that sets this tour apart.The tour extends beyond history, with insider tips on the best local hangouts. It’s a historical tour and a city guide, all rolled into one!Fun Fact: By the end of the 19th Century Belfast was known as the world's linen capital and was nicknamed Linenopolis. ## Inclusions & Exclusions InclusionsPolitical taxi tour of BelfastLocal cabbie (guided)TransportPolitical taxi tour of BelfastLocal cabbie (guided)Transport ## Additional Information Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply. ## Frequently Asked Questions - **Q**: Important Information - **A**: Bring along comfortable footwear and warm clothing for this tour. ## Gallery - **Alt text**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - Banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ba/c8f02f4d1d441892a6d6d32681ab51/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - Photo 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/9d/613392b9a447c5b5c276c8ad46bead/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - Photo 2 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/08/5da6124cfb4982b6f1e2d8ee554ffd/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - Photo 3 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/c9/796e23dcb04bf98bb879b9d52d3505/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - Photo 4 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/77/182d2da3194239a61b5cf4b9ab8cda/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast - Photo 5 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/e5/49b7155ad347af868ac54c188fb5e7/image.jpg ## Activity Tags - **Tags**: Walking Tours, City Tours, Historical ## Popular Events in Belfast - **Event Name**: Belfast Business Show - **Date**: Wed, 23 Sep at 10:00 am - **Location**: The Malone Hotel - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/belfast-business-show-tickets/80003617990467 - **Event Name**: Weekly Art Classes for Kids - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep - **Location**: Playaway - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portadown/weekly-art-classes-for-kids-tickets/80001644869169 - **Event Name**: Comic Con Northern Ireland - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 08:00 am - **Location**: Eikon Exhibition Centre - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lisburn/comic-con-northern-ireland/300041654115 - **Event Name**: The Official Belfast Freshers Gold Access 2026 - All 5 Annual Events Included - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 08:00 pm - **Location**: Multiple Venues in Belfast - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/the-official-belfast-freshers-gold-access-2026-all-5-annual-events-included/3600029734558132 - **Event Name**: Mamma Mia! - **Date**: Thu, 10 Sep at 07:30 pm - **Location**: The SSE Arena, Belfast - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/mamma-mia/210008724911937 - **Event Name**: ⚠️ SALE 20% OFF - Belfast Freshers Welcome Week 2026 🎓 - Presented by FOOTASYLUM - UK Largest Freshers Events - Sold out 10 years Running 🏆 - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 09:30 pm - **Location**: The Botanic Inn - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/sale-20-off-belfast-freshers-welcome-week-2026-presented-by-footasylum-uk-largest-freshers-events-so/3600030108988055 ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Product", "name": "Guided Political Taxi Tour of Belfast", "description": "Your Experience\nEmbark on a Historical Journey with a Local Expert\nEmbark on the Belfast: Political Taxi Tour and step into a time machine that will transport you back to the era of The Troubles. 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