13 Belfast Walking Tours Worth Booking

1.A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,883 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Walk 1.5 miles through central Belfast with guides such as James, Anne, Mylie, and Róisín, learning how The Troubles began, shaped daily life, and led toward peace. Headsets help you follow the story in a group of up to 25, with stops at key sites and public artworks.

“Very informative tour. It was two and a half hours walk around Belfast but the time just flew by and was over before we knew it. This was down to James our tour guide. He was full of interesting facts and details of the terrible troubles in Belfast. All six of our party enjoyed the day and we all learned so much. Brilliant tour and would highly recommend. Well done James.”

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2.Belfast: Political Conflict 3-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,215 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Walk 4 kilometers from Divis Tower through Falls Road, Shankill Road, and the Peace Walls with two guides from opposing sides of The Troubles. Expect personal stories, political murals, sharp contrasts, and frank discussion in English. The tour lasts three hours and ends near Lower Shankill Road.

“Excellent tour hearing both sides of the story. Would recommend it to everyone who visits Belfast”

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3.Belfast: A History of Terror Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 854 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $35

Walk 1.5 miles through Belfast with local guides such as James, Mylie, Anne, or Steve. Over 2.5 hours, you’ll connect 800 years of history to the Troubles, visit bombing sites and memorials, and hear how ordinary people lived through conflict and peace.

“We enjoyed it a lot. Our guide Mylie was super knowledgeable and the stories she told were fascinating. The pace of the tour and locations were great for us as well.”

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4.Belfast: The Troubles Walls & Bridges Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 583 reviews · 3 hours · from $32

Spend three hours walking from Belfast City Hall through Divis, the Falls, and the Shankill area to the Peace Walls. Guides Steve and Arthur mix history with personal stories, political murals, and a hopeful look at Belfast today. Expect about 8,500 steps, limited facilities, and adult subject matter.

“Our guide Steven was incredibly knowledgeable and delivered riveting commentary throughout our 3 hour walking tour. Highly recommended!”

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5.Belfast Political Tour-Conflicting Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 459 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

This three-hour Belfast walking tour crosses the Peace Wall between Falls Road and Shankill Road. Local guides, including former political prisoners such as Paul, Jack, Ian, and Mark on some departures, explain Republican and Loyalist views through murals, memorials, and personal stories. Expect a serious, outdoor tour with plenty of walking.

“Amazing tour would highly recommend to anyone! But you need to have an open mind to enjoy. You could feel the history”

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6.Best of Belfast Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 399 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Start at Belfast City Hall for a three-hour walk through the city center, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast Entries, and Titanic Memorial Garden. Local guides such as Mark, Colin, Paul, Jim, Steve, Chris, and James explain Belfast’s history, culture, street art, and Troubles-era past, with headsets and a midway coffee break.

“Wear comfortable shoes, be on time, stick together, pay attention. You can ask questions. A coffee/restroom opportunity is provided”

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7.Belfast Eclectic Walking City Center Experience, The Marti Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 348 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Join Marti of Belfastology for a roughly three-hour small-group walk through central Belfast. You’ll see City Hall, the Titanic Memorial Garden, St. George’s Market, the Belfast Entries, street art, the Big Fish, Belfast Cathedral, and the MAC while learning about history, culture, food, and the city’s hopeful future.

“A really great introduction to Belfast with lots of information and recommendations of places to eat, drink and be merry”

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8.Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12+ Local Irish Dishes & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Walk central Belfast with guides such as Trevor, Craig, Nigel, or Victor, stopping for Irish stew, oysters, wheaten bread, cod, Guinness, craft beer, tea, and more. The three-hour tour mixes local food with city stories, historic pubs, and family-run spots. It is for ages 18 and over.

“Trevor and Craig were amazing tour guides! They were very knowledgeable about the history of Belfast! I loved all the places we went to for food! The food and drinks were amazing. Wherever we travel, we take food tours and this was one of the best! Thanks also the Trevor and Craig for helping us to get to Titanic Belfast!”

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

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

Join local guide Marti for a brisk, small-group walk through Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, Shankill Road, Divis Street, and West Belfast. You’ll see political murals, international street art, the Peace Wall, and the Bobby Sands mural while learning about the Troubles and Belfast’s ongoing work toward peace.

“The explanation of the complex history of the Island of Ireland, with multiple groups forming and unforming. Descriptions of the most recent events in the last 60 years. The tour leader appeared a bit reluctant to engage with questions. More interaction with the group would have been better. We left before the end of the tour so I can’t comment on the elements we missed.”

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10.Belfast: Best of Belfast History, Culture & Art Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 158 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Start at Belfast City Hall and walk less than two miles through the Cathedral Quarter, historic Entries and Waterfront. Local guides such as Mark, Steve, James and Chris link architecture, music, industry, Titanic and the Troubles with personal stories. Headsets, a short break and practical city tips are included.

“Just enough detail and not padded out with silly stories. Just like a good presentation some key facts and themes came up throughout to give a clear and digestible tour. Not a show off of loads of information which I’m sure our guide had. Enough to hear and remember most of it. Short coffee/comfort break at the theatre was a good idea too. Thank you Mark.”

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11.The Real Eclectic Belfast City Walking Tour/Experience.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Join Belfast native Marti for a roughly 2.5-hour small-group walk from City Hall to St. Anne’s Square. You’ll connect the Troubles, old lanes, street art, the Lagan, Titanic Quarter views, local culture, pubs, food, and Belfast’s hopeful future.

“Marti the tour guide was quite the character and provided a truly eclectic and interesting experience.”

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12.The Real Story of Belfast walking tour with a local guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $27

Walk Belfast’s historic center with local guide Martin on a 2-hour-45-minute to 3-hour tour for up to 12 people. You’ll see City Hall, the Belfast Entries, Kelly’s Cellars, the Crown Liquor Saloon, and the Europa Hotel while learning how Belfast developed, including the Troubles in wider context.

“Our guide Martin was very knowledgeable and I felt after the tour that we had learnt a lot about Belfast and its history. His passion for the subjects is evident”

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13.Belfast Walking Tour with a Local – History & Craic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 130 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $26Best value

Join native Belfast guide Corey for a relaxed two-hour city-centre walk from City Hall through the Cathedral Quarter and past major landmarks. Expect local slang, humour, personal stories, Belfast history, Troubles context, Titanic links, and practical recommendations for the rest of your visit.

“Corey did a great job, giving a good introduction about the history of Belfast. He was prompt to respond on WhatsApp and was cheerful despite the dreary weather. It was small group as there were some cancellations due to the wet conditions. He took us around various parts of the town to show various landmarks, and spoke about the history and made it into a fun experience. He took photographs and gave us time to take photos. He finished the tour on time. I learnt a lot about Belfast as a first time visitor, and fell in love with this beautiful city. Highly recommended, especially if you want a more…”

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