Things to do in Northern Ireland
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Derry: Bloody Sunday Walking Tour with Survivor GuidesYou’ll walk through Derry’s Bogside with survivor guides who share personal stories of Bloody Sunday and civil rights marches. See murals up close, visit memorials where families gather, and hear first-hand memories that shape this city even now. The tour starts outside the Museum of Free Derry—expect honesty more than comfort.
Belfast: Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle & Dark Hedges Day TripYou’ll wander ancient basalt columns at Giant’s Causeway, catch wind-whipped photos at Dunluce Castle’s cliffside ruins, and stroll beneath tangled beech trees at the Dark Hedges—all with stories from a local guide and no need to rush between stops. Expect little surprises: salty air, quick laughs on the bus, maybe even a moment of quiet awe that lingers long after you’re back in Belfast.
Belfast: Private Political Murals & Troubles History TourYou’ll walk Belfast’s Peace Walls with a local guide who lived through it all, hear personal stories behind famous murals on Falls and Shankill Roads, and see Crumlin Road Gaol from outside—all with private transport and pickup included. Expect moments that linger long after you leave.
Belfast Black Taxi Tour & Crumlin Road Gaol: Murals & HistoryA guided black taxi tour of Belfast combining the city's political murals and the Crumlin Road Gaol, a former prison that held high-security inmates during the Troubles. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours with a local driver guide who explains the history from 1690 through the 1998 peace agreement, and includes entry to the gaol, transport in a London-style cab or executive vehicle, and pickup from Belfast city center. Children are welcome from age 7.Is it for me?The tour moves by taxi rather than on foot, so you cover the full route without long walks—a real advantage if you want the history without the pace of a walking tour. The 2- to 3-hour length fits a free afternoon or a morning slot before other plans, and the driver's lived experience of the conflict gives you context no museum placard can match.
Belfast & Giant's Causeway: Full-Day Coastal TourYou get picked up from your hotel, driven through the glens and along the Antrim Coast, and shown six castles (most from viewpoints, two from the road), the Giant's Causeway, and the Carrick-a-Rede viewpoint, with a lunch break in Ballycastle. The guide adjusts the route for weather and season, so you see what's safe and open that day — which means you're not paying for a fixed itinerary you might not get.Is it for me?Book this if you have one day in Northern Ireland and want to see the North Coast without arranging your own transport, timing the stops, or worrying about which roads are passable — the guide handles the route changes so you just show up and follow along.
Belfast Black Cab Tour: Troubles history with local driversA private 2-hour black cab tour of Belfast with a local guide who lived through the Troubles, traveling the Falls Road and Shankill Road, past murals, the Peace Wall, and Crumlin Road Gaol. The guides were taxi drivers on the front lines throughout the conflict, offering firsthand perspective on 800 years of Irish history and the sectarian divide that shaped the city. Hotel or port pickup is included; children from age 9 are welcome.Is it for me?Travel with someone who drove through the Troubles on Falls Road and Shankill Road—their firsthand account transforms the murals, peace walls, and neighborhoods into a lived history you won't find in books.
Belfast: Giant's Causeway & Titanic Museum Day TourYou visit Titanic Belfast's nine galleries and interactive exhibits (1.5 hours), walk the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway and its hexagonal columns (1.5 hours), and stop at the Dark Hedges beech tree lane. The tour includes entrance fees, a professional guide, live commentary on the coach, and air-conditioned transport. You're responsible for bringing a packed lunch and dressing for coastal weather. The full day is nine hours from city centre pickup to drop-off.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see three of Northern Ireland's main attractions in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing—the fixed schedule and included entrance fees handle all that, and the coach-based format means you don't navigate between sites yourself.
Derry City Walls Walking Tour: Full Circuit & Local HistoryYou’ll circle all of Derry’s City Walls with a local guide who brings history to life — from Viking origins to modern peace talks. Expect real stories at every stop, views over Peace Bridge, accessible routes if needed, and time to ask anything you’re curious about. It’s not just facts; it’s people’s memories stitched into stone.
Belfast: Murals & Peace Wall Walking Tour with Local GuideYou walk 2.5 to 3 hours through Belfast's street art scene with a local guide, moving from the Cathedral Quarter's international murals to Shankill's political art and the Peace Wall itself. You'll see the Bobby Sands mural, learn how the re-imaging project works with communities, and understand how the city is moving past conflict. The tour ends back in the city centre, and you'll need moderate fitness and weather-appropriate clothing for the walk.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to understand Belfast's recent history and current culture through its street art without arranging a guide yourself—the local knowledge is what makes the political and social context of the murals actually make sense, rather than just looking at painted walls.
Belfast Giants Causeway Tour: Small Bus, Port Pickup & Antrim CoastYou’ll step right off your cruise ship into a small group tour along Northern Ireland’s wild coast, with extra leg room on board and a local guide sharing stories as you go. Walk the Giant’s Causeway stones, eat lunch in Ballycastle, feel sea air on your face driving the Antrim Coast Road — it’s more personal than you might expect, and somehow lingers after you’re back on board.
Alpaca Trekking Northern Ireland: Scenic Trail Walk with AlpacasGuided alpaca trekking in Northern Ireland pairs you with a gentle alpaca for a 1.4km walk across a stoned pathway that winds through farmland, woodland and wetlands. The trek takes 30–40 minutes, then you cross a bridge to a small island where a coffee trailer serves tea, coffee and baked goods. A live guide leads the experience and groups stay small—four people maximum per alpaca. The total outing runs 90 minutes, and you can walk the trail again if time allows.Is it for me?Choose Early Morning if you want to start before 9am; choose Regular Guided if you prefer a later departure that fits an afternoon schedule.
Giant's Causeway from Belfast: rope bridge & whiskey tastingYou get picked up from your Belfast hotel and spend the day on the North Antrim Coast—Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Old Bushmills tasting, and Ballintoy Harbour—in a small-group Mercedes with WiFi and water included. On the way back, a local guide walks you through the murals of Falls Road and Shankill, the Peace Wall, and the history of the Troubles in 30 minutes. Hotel drop-off is included.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Belfast without a car who want both the North Antrim Coast and the city's political history in one day. Expect a full day out—that's what lets you fit the rope bridge, two castles, a distillery, and the murals into a single trip.
Belfast: Beer Bike Tour with Music & City HighlightsYou’ll pedal through Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter and city centre on a beer bike with music playing and plenty of laughs along the way. Expect friendly guides who know their stuff, stops by landmarks like City Hall, and maybe even new friends if your group needs matching up. It’s lively, unfiltered fun — you might even catch yourself singing along.
Belfast: Peace Wall Taxi Tour with Local Stories & PickupYou’ll travel through Belfast’s most storied streets in a private taxi tour—sign your name on the Peace Wall, hear personal stories about The Troubles on Falls Road and Shankill, and see Crumlin Road Gaol up close. With flexible stops and pickup included, you’ll get both history and human moments you might not expect.
Belfast City Center Walking Tour: Street Art, Titanic & Cathedral QuarterYou’ll feel Belfast’s heartbeat as you walk from City Hall through secret alleyways and along the Lagan River with a local guide. Hear stories behind murals in Cathedral Quarter, see where Titanic was born, and pause at Albert Memorial Clock — moments that stick with you long after you leave.
Belfast Walking Tour with Local Guide: Hidden Streets & StoriesYou walk Belfast's main streets and hidden lanes with a local historian who knows the city's political, industrial, and cultural history firsthand. The small group size means you can ask questions as they come up, and the flat terrain with rest stops keeps the pace manageable. All fees are included, and you finish with recommendations for where to spend the rest of your day.Is it for me?Book this if you want Belfast's main history and architecture explained by someone who actually grew up here, without the rush of a larger group or the cost of a private guide — the small group size is what makes the interaction feel genuine instead of transactional.
Belfast: Troubles History Private Taxi Tour & Peace WallYou're picked up from your hotel and driven through Falls Road and Shankill Road with a guide who's lived in these communities his entire life. You stop at political murals, photograph them, and write a message on the Peace Wall. The 90-minute tour covers the conflict from its origins to the present day, with time for questions and plenty of photo stops. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want the history of Belfast's conflict explained by someone who actually lived through it in these neighborhoods—the guide's 17 years of experience and local roots are what make the difference between a tour and a real conversation about the place.
Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Falls Road, Shankill & Peace WallA private 2-hour black taxi tour of Belfast led by a local guide who drove through the Troubles, visiting Falls Road, Shankill, the Peace Wall and Crumlin Road Gaol. Hotel or port pickup is included; children from age 9 are welcome. The guide speaks English and travels in a classic London cab, stopping so you can photograph the murals and walk to the Peace Wall to write your own message.Is it for me?Book this tour on your first or second day in Belfast if you want to understand the recent history of the city from someone who lived it—the guide's perspective and the stops themselves make sense only with someone who was there to explain them. The private cab and included pickup mean you're not figuring out the neighborhoods on your own.
Belfast to Giant's Causeway: Private Game of Thrones Tour Wildling GuideYou’ll ride north from Belfast with Richard, an actual Wildling from Game of Thrones, exploring filming locations like Ballintoy Harbour and the Dark Hedges. Try on Iron Born cloaks, swing a replica sword, and see behind-the-scenes footage right on location. The day’s full of stories, coastal air, and those odd moments when fiction feels suddenly close.
Northern Ireland: Traditional Bread Making in Tracey’s Farmhouse KitchenYou’ll join locals around Tracey’s farmhouse table near Strangford Lough, tasting fresh bannock with handmade butter before rolling up your sleeves for traditional Irish bread making. With laughter and plenty of tea, you’ll bake soda, wheaten, and potato breads — then sit down to enjoy them together. You’ll leave with new skills, recipes, and maybe even a story worth telling back home.
