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Winterfell Tour from Belfast: Castle Ward & Inch AbbeyThis guided tour from Belfast visits the outdoor Game of Thrones filming locations south of the city, including Old Castle Ward (Winterfell castle), Inch Abbey (where Robb Stark became King in the North), and Tollymore Forest Park where the White Walkers first appear. Your guides worked as extras on seasons 1–8, and Stark cloaks, swords and banners come with your ticket. The tour runs 9.5 hours, departing at 8am and returning by 6pm, with a lunch stop at a pub in Saul (food ordered separately). Hen mountain, a 30-minute uphill walk to another filming location, is included only if weather permits.Is it for me?Book this tour on your first or second day in Belfast if you want to see the actual Winterfell locations without renting a car—the guide's on-set experience and the included costumes turn it into something more than a standard location scout, and the fixed schedule means the day holds together without you organizing transport or timing between stops.
Belfast: Black Cab Political Murals Tour & Peace WallYou’ll ride through Belfast’s neighborhoods in an iconic black taxi with pickup included, see famous murals along Shankill and Falls Road, and hear personal stories from your local guide. Sign your name on the Peace Wall if you want—these moments stick with you long after you leave.
Belfast to Giant's Causeway: Coastal Castles & Dark Hedges TourYou’ll ride a comfy coach up Ireland’s wild coast from Belfast, stopping at castles like Carrickfergus and Dunluce for photos (and maybe a laugh or two). Wander through Cushendun village and under the famous Dark Hedges before climbing over Giant’s Causeway stones with stories from your guide ringing in your ears. It’s a day where you’ll feel both small and lucky.
Best of Belfast Walking Tour: 14 stops, local guideThe Best of Belfast walking tour is a 3-hour guided walk through central Belfast starting at City Hall, covering 14 stops across less than 2 miles with a local guide who shares the city's history, architecture and street art. The route takes you through the Cathedral Quarter, along the Lagan riverbank past the Titanic shipyard cranes, and through the Belfast Entries—the oldest part of the city now turned into an outdoor art gallery. A headset lets you hear the guide clearly throughout the walk, and the entire route is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Belfast's real story—the Troubles, the Titanic, the street art—told by someone who actually grew up here. The fixed route and local expertise mean you don't spend the day figuring out where to go or what things mean; you spend it actually seeing the city.
Belfast Whisky Tasting McConnell's Distillery Award-WinningMcConnell's Distillery in Belfast is a guided tour and tasting experience where you sample three award-winning whiskies—the 5 Year Series, Sherry Cask finish, and new make spirit fresh from the stills—inside the restored A-Wing of Crumlin Road Gaol. The tour includes a welcome drink, insight into the distillation process and the brand's revival, and access to the shop and café. Children from age 10 are welcome; the experience runs about an hour and is fully wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Book the tour with tasting if you want to sample the whisky as part of the full distillery experience; choose the tour without tasting if you'd prefer to walk through the production space and learn the story without the alcohol component, or if you're under 18.
Giant's Causeway & Game of Thrones: Antrim Coast from BelfastYou travel the full Antrim Coast Road by coach from Belfast, stopping at Carrickfergus Castle, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge viewpoint, the Giant's Causeway (where you walk the basalt columns), Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, and Old Bushmills Distillery. A professional guide narrates the journey, the coach is air-conditioned, and all major attractions are included—you just pay extra if you want the Visitors Centre at the Causeway. The day runs around 8–10 hours with pickup and return to Belfast.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see the Giant's Causeway without renting a car or navigating the coast road yourself—the full Antrim route is what makes the day work, and the coach handles all the driving while you take in the scenery.
Belfast Bike Tours: murals, markets and Titanic QuarterBelfast Bike Tours is a guided three-hour ride through the city's neighborhoods, with bike rental and helmet included. You pedal past the murals of the peace walls, stop at one of Ireland's oldest pubs, visit Belfast City Hall and the Botanical Gardens, pass through St George's Market, and finish in the Titanic Quarter. A local guide navigates the route and provides commentary at each stop, so you see the highlights without planning the day yourself.Is it for me?Start from Belfast city center and follow a guide who knows the neighborhoods, so you don't navigate or plan the route yourself—the bike and the stops are arranged, and you just ride. If you're staying in the city without a car, this settles the transport and the itinerary at once.
Belfast: Murals Taxi Tour & Peace Wall with Private PickupYou’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.
Derry-Londonderry: Bogside Murals & Bloody Sunday Walking TourYou walk from the Guildhall down into the Bogside neighborhood, following the route of the original Bloody Sunday march with a local guide who explains the murals, the key locations where people fell, and the lasting impact of the events. The tour includes Free Derry Corner, the Museum of Free Derry, and ends at the Bloody Sunday monument. The whole walk takes about an hour and covers the political and social history of the Troubles through the eyes of survivors and family members.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand the Troubles through the neighborhoods and people who lived it, rather than through a museum alone — the guide's presence and the walk itself make the history tangible in a way a building cannot.
Belfast: City Centre Food Tour with 12 Irish Dishes & DrinksYou’ll taste over a dozen Northern Irish dishes—from hot chocolate and wheaten bread to hearty stew and oysters—guided by locals who know every corner of Belfast’s centre. Expect laughter in historic pubs, stories behind street art in Cathedral Quarter, and small surprises along the way that make you feel like you belong for an afternoon.
Belfast: City Center Walking Tour from City Hall to Cathedral QuarterYou walk from Belfast City Hall through the Linen Quarter and past the Titanic Memorial, hearing the city's full story — from the Troubles to its industrial past to today's street art and peace-building. The guide covers architecture, local history, and what's being rebuilt, ending in the Cathedral Quarter where restaurants and cafes line St. Anne's Square. No transport or tickets to arrange; just show up and walk.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want Belfast's full story — past, present, and future — without arranging a private guide or booking separate stops. The ninety-minute pace means you cover the main landmarks and neighborhoods in one morning or afternoon, which is what makes fitting the Linen Quarter, the Titanic Memorial, and the Cathedral Quarter into a single walk possible.
Game of Thrones Studio Tour Banbridge: Sets & CostumesYou walk through the actual sets where Game of Thrones was filmed—Winterfell's Great Hall, the throne room, Dragonstone—and see over 100 original costumes, props, and weapons behind glass. Interactive displays explain the special effects and production design that made the show work. Plan two to three hours, move at your own pace, and parking plus shuttle transfer are included in your ticket.Is it for me?A good fit if you're a Game of Thrones fan or interested in how film and television production works, and you're traveling in Northern Ireland or nearby. The self-guided format and two- to three-hour window make it easy to fit into a day trip from Belfast or Dublin without needing to book a specific tour time.
Belfast: Game of Thrones Studio Tour & Return Coach TicketYou’ll step onto real Game of Thrones sets near Belfast, touch costumes and props from the show, try interactive effects with your local guide nearby, and enjoy themed dining before heading back by coach. Expect little surprises — textures under your fingers, smells from the café — that make TV magic feel oddly personal.
Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Troubles History & Peace WallA 2-hour private black taxi tour of Belfast led by a driver guide who shares the history of the Troubles (1969–1998) and takes you through Shankill's loyalist murals, the Peace Wall, and Falls Road's republican political art. Hotel pickup within central Belfast is included; the tour operates in English with a guide who draws on 25 years of local experience.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the Troubles explained by someone who lived through them—the split workforce means your guide comes from one of the two communities at the heart of the conflict, so the history carries the weight of personal experience rather than a script.
Belfast: Giant’s Causeway, Dark Hedges & Rope Bridge Half-Day TourYou’ll ride out from Belfast along the Antrim Coast, feeling sea air at Portaneevy View Point before stepping onto the volcanic stones of Giant’s Causeway. Glimpse the famous Dark Hedges from a quiet side road and pause at Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge for photos—all with local stories from your guide. It’s not just sights—it’s weather in your hair and legends under your feet.
Giant's Causeway & Carrick-a-Rede: Half-Day Belfast TourYou get entry to the Giant's Causeway, views of Carrick-a-Rede and the Dark Hedges, a driver-guide, and five hours of coast without arranging transport or timing the tides yourself. The coach picks you up in Belfast and returns you by early afternoon, leaving your schedule free.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want the main Antrim Coast highlights in one morning without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the five-hour window and early return to Belfast is what makes it fit around the rest of your day.
Belfast & Giant's Causeway: Shore Excursion with City MuralsYou’ll step straight from your cruise into wild Irish air for a day trip from Belfast to Giant’s Causeway—climbing ancient stones before crowds arrive, catching sea views along Antrim Coast Road, snapping photos at Dunluce Castle’s ruins, and hearing stories behind Belfast’s famous murals with a local guide. It leaves you with more questions than answers—in a good way.
Belfast: Private Black Cab Troubles Tour & Peace WallsYou’ll ride through Belfast in a classic black cab with a local driver who lived through The Troubles—hearing firsthand stories as you pass murals on Falls and Shankill Roads, write your own message on the Peace Wall, and visit sites like Crumlin Road Gaol. Expect laughter, honest conversation, and moments that linger long after you leave.
Game of Thrones Studio Tour from Dublin with Coach TransferYou get picked up at Dublin's Molly Malone Statue at 10am and driven ninety minutes to the official Game of Thrones Studio Tour at Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge. Inside, you walk through original sets like Winterfell and King's Landing, see costumes and weapons from all eight seasons, and explore interactive exhibits on special effects and production design. Lunch and afternoon tea are available on site, and the gift shop stocks exclusive merchandise. The coach returns to Dublin by 4:30pm, so the whole day is contained and transport is handled for you.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see the actual Game of Thrones sets without arranging a rental car or navigating the route from Dublin—the coach handles both, and the fixed timing (10am departure, 4:30pm return) fits a single day without eating into your Dublin schedule. Plan for a full morning and early afternoon out; that's what gives you three and a half hours inside the studio without rushing.
Belfast: Game of Thrones Tour & Giant's Causeway with EntryYou visit five Game of Thrones filming locations in one day without arranging transport or entry fees yourself. The tour includes a professional guide, entry to the Giant's Causeway, and stops at Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, Carrickfergus Castle, and Carnlough Harbour. You're back in Belfast by evening, next to the Grand Opera House on Great Victoria Street.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main Game of Thrones filming locations without arranging your own transport or buying entry tickets separately — the guide handles the storytelling and the itinerary packs five stops into one day.
