The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey in Belfast, United Kingdom
Belfast, United Kingdom

The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey

Outty Ranking 78 5.0 · 50 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $27
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78/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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5.0/5

Based on 50 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey is a 3-hour experience in Belfast, United Kingdom, from $27 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 50 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
78 / 100
Rating
5/5 (50)
Duration
3 hours
From
$27 per person

Discover Belfast’s past while exploring life during The Troubles, when conflict, fear, and resilience shaped everyday reality. Guided by two local women — one from a Republican background and one from a Loyalist community — you’ll walk the Falls and Shankill Roads, where murals, streets, and memories reveal how identity, division, and community shaped their childhoods. They share personal stories of loss, strength, everyday routines under threat, and the courage required to hold families and neighborhoods together. Though separated by politics and walls, their experiences reflect a shared determination to protect loved ones and hope for a better future. You’ll also learn how women on both sides supported dialogue, helped sustain the peace process, and continue to work toward reconciliation today. More than a sightseeing tour, this is a reflective, human encounter with lived history — an invitation to hear real voices and understand Belfast through the perspectives of its women.

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover Belfast’s past while exploring life during The Troubles, when conflict, fear, and resilience shaped everyday reality. Guided by two local women — one from a Republican background and one from a Loyalist community — you’ll walk the Falls and Shankill Roads, where murals, streets, and memories reveal how identity, division, and community shaped their childhoods. They share personal stories of loss, strength, everyday routines under threat, and the courage required to hold families and neighborhoods together. Though separated by politics and walls, their experiences reflect a shared determination to protect loved ones and hope for a better future. You’ll also learn how women on both sides supported dialogue, helped sustain the peace process, and continue to work toward reconciliation today. More than a sightseeing tour, this is a reflective, human encounter with lived history — an invitation to hear real voices and understand Belfast through the perspectives of its women.

    What's included

    Included

    • Two Local certified Guides

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Divis

      Was the tallest building in Belfast and house a British Army observation building on its roof and was the location of the tow of the first deaths on the night the troubles broke out in August 1969

      10 minutes here

    2. International Mural Wall Divis Street

      A wonderful array of murals depicting local events and international conflicts both past and present.

      15 minutes here

    3. A garden to remember local Republicans who lost their lives in the conflict from the Lower Falls Road area. One of two gardens that we visit and can be controversial as they honour the dead of IRA members.

      10 minutes here

    4. Bobby Sands Mural

      One of the most famous murals in Belfast, Booby Sand who died on hunger strike in the Maze prison in 1981

      10 minutes here

    5. Clonard Monastery

      Fr, Alex Reid was the resident priest who was instrumental in the beginning of the talks that eventually led to the Good Friday Agreement being signed.

      10 minutes here

    6. Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden

      The second of the Memorial Gardens we visit, this time dedicated to the Republicans of The Clonard area and the location which is generally accepted as being the location where 'The Troubles' broke out in August 1969

      10 minutes here

    7. Peace Wall

      Gates between the Loyalist Shankill Road and the Republican Falls road that still close nightly

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Peace Wall

      Sign the 14m high "Peace Wall that divides the two communities and leave your thoughts on peace.

      5 minutes here

    9. A UVF Mural in remembrance of 7 members of the UVF that lost their lives in the Conflict

      5 minutes here

    10. Shankill Road

      Shankill Bomb Site where 9 people lost their lives

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Belfast

    Meet Infront of the Gold Coloured building

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    This location is approximately 8 minutes from the Start point and 15 minutes back to City Hall. A taxi company is conveniently located at this location if transport is required

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Yellow Umbrella Tours Limited

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Tour is approximately 3 miles (4km) walking
    • There is a lot of standing at the local places of interest connected with the troubles

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 49 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    49 verified traveler reviews for The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Ambassador639211 · October 2026

    An absolute must-do to truly understand Belfast

    As someone from Spain I did not know much about the troubles. Barbara and Julie shared their experiences in a way that more politicians should do, with less resentment and more love. 100% recommended.

    via Tripadvisor

    JIllMP5 · October 2026

    Fascinating tour

    Very interesting tour and great to hear stories from two lovely ladies from different sides of the troubles.

    via Tripadvisor

    Z4118AXmandyb · September 2026

    Brilliant tour

    Absolutely fantastic tour would highly recommend Barbara was a fantastic tour guide very informative and moving stories the other guide i think her name was cheryl(sorry if it wasnt but was julies sister)was also great a must do best thing i done while in Belfast

    via Tripadvisor

    K9691VAdavidm · August 2026

    Fascinating tour with two views about healing

    It was a very unusual and interesting tour because the two perspectives were so totally different. Not us v them - but different was and degrees of healing and processing. To that end it really highlighted the impossibility of a simple narrative, which is probably appropriate. We had taken the black cab tour a couple of years earlier and this was better - certainly better value but also more nuanced.

    via Tripadvisor

    JacquiR-K · August 2026

    Troubles were real and still bubbling in Belfast.

    Fabulous experience and wonderful DC Tours guide - Mahli. She had a Ph.D in the Irish political conflict and was passionate about the topic. Made me love my stay in Belfast. A must do with DC Tours.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    18
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 78

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
    Review evidence (18% weight)51
    Booking momentum (14% weight)44
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)67
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Belfast.

    How much does The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey cost?

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    Prices start at $27 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Belfast usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Belfast is not rushed.

    Is The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 50 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Belfast, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey?

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    Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Belfast can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Belfast and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Belfast within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Belfast?

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    On Outty we rank every Belfast experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour, Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Private Journey Through History, Belfast's Political Mural Taxi Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Belfast?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Belfast?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey?

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    Included: Two Local certified Guides. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey?

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    Meet Infront of the Gold Coloured building Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Belfast. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about The Troubles Tour- Two Stories, One Journey?

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    Across 50 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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