Belfast: Murals Taxi Tour & Peace Wall with Private Pickup

Summary

Stories behind Belfast’s murals and the living Peace Line

You’ll ride through Belfast’s divided neighborhoods in a private taxi with a local guide who shares personal stories behind famous murals on Falls Road and Shankill Road. Touch the Peace Wall, visit memorial gardens, and feel the weight of history in small details—the kind you only notice when someone points them out.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I thought I knew what to expect from a “Belfast Murals Taxi Tour”—you see some art, you hear a bit of history, maybe snap a photo. But the first thing that threw me was how quiet it felt pulling up near Divis Tower. Our driver, Michael, just let the silence hang for a second before he started talking about growing up nearby. It wasn’t rehearsed—he pointed out a spot where he’d played football as a kid, right under those looming flats. The air smelled faintly of rain on concrete. I still think about that pause before he spoke.

We rolled along Falls Road and Shankill Road, windows down because it was one of those rare dry Belfast days (I know, shocking). The murals themselves—honestly, they’re bigger than you imagine. Some looked freshly painted; others were faded around the edges. Michael would slow down and sometimes just let us look for a while before explaining who was in the portraits or what each symbol meant. He told us about people he’d actually known—one mural was for his neighbor’s cousin—and I realized these weren’t just paintings but living stories layered over old walls.

I tried to pronounce one of the Irish names on a mural and got it so wrong that Michael laughed so hard he had to pull over for a second—“You’re grand,” he said, “nobody gets them right first go.” We stopped at the Peace Wall next. You can’t really prepare for seeing it up close—how high it is, how many messages are scribbled across it in every language you can think of. Michael handed us markers so we could add our own words (mine looked awkward next to all the others). The gates were still locked when we passed; apparently they close every night. That detail stuck with me more than I expected.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Belfast murals and landmarks

• Visit Divis Tower
• See Belfast Peace Wall
• View murals on Falls and Shankill Road

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included in this Belfast Murals Taxi Tour?

Yes, free pickup is included from Belfast city centre hotels.

Are the vehicles wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

How long does the taxi tour last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but covers several key sites including Divis Tower, Falls Road murals, Shankill Road murals, and the Peace Wall.

Can children join this tour?

Yes, all children must be accompanied by an adult and infants or small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Is there an extra charge for cruise ship or airport pickup?

Yes, there is a surcharge for train station, airport or cruise ship pickups payable directly to the driver on the day.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed.

Does this tour include visiting both Catholic and Protestant areas?

Yes, you’ll visit both communities including Falls Road and Shankill Road with their respective landmarks.

What’s included

Your day includes private vehicle transport with air conditioning and an experienced local guide who picks you up from your hotel in Belfast city centre (or other locations with surcharge), plus time at Divis Tower, Falls Road murals, Shankill Road murals, memorial gardens, and stops at the Peace Wall—with everything wheelchair accessible if needed.