Yellow Umbrella Tours
Belfast Political Tours
Discover the hidden city
This is a very popular tour and sells out almost everyday.
We would advise to book early.
If your desired time is not available our Falls Road Political Mural Tour may be an alternative. The tour is given by locals who share their own experience
Understanding Belfast's troubled past, experience living history, and explore the city through the eyes of those who lived, worked, and fought through these turbulent times
Unknown to most, modern-day Belfast remains a divided city. in excess of 26kms of a physical wall, up to 15m meters high in some locations separate two religious communities living side by side. For more than thirty years, the controversial time known as "The Troubles" has had a powerful impact on the city and its residents. Very few people, if any, were unaffected by the violence that plagued the area and everyone has a story to tell.
This is a unique opportunity to discover the real story you won't get from history books. We invite you to hear first-hand accounts from both sides of this conflicted region, shared by people who were lived locally through this turbulent period of modern history. Explore up close, the world-famous murals that depict the social, political, and cultural history of the city that earns its reputation as the largest, outdoor art gallery in the world and understand the stories behind them. We offer a selection of tours
This is a unique opportunity to discover the real story you won't get from history books.
We invite you to hear first-hand accounts from both sides of this conflicted region, shared by people who were intimately involved in this turbulent period of modern history on this 3-hour tour.
Experience the heart of Belfast's turbulent past with our Falls Road Political Mural Tour. During the period known as ‘The Troubles,’ bombings, shootings, and murder became part of everyday life, impacting everyone in the city. This tour tells the stories of those who died and those who survived, offering a unique and personal perspective you won’t find in history books.
The Belfast Mural Experience tour will take you on a journey in a Belfast style taxi. on this journey of discovery we will stop at the famous murals on the Falls Road (Republican) and the Shankill Road (Loyalist) where you will have the opportunity to disembark from the taxi at all the major locations to take photos
Understanding Belfast's troubled history,
Join this 2h+ political tour by Republican ex-prisoners and Loyalist ex- security forces or ex-political prisoners Two taxis are used on this tour and you will change at the halfway point. One tour, one wall, two conflicting stories of ex-combatants involved in the Conflict
What Guests are saying about us
The best tour that I have done and brilliant to get a different perspective from local people on each side of the conflict.
reviewed by Elliott – United Kingdom
A must visit for anyone wanting to know about the history of the troubles
Reviewed by Helena United Kingdom
A thought-provoking journey Reviewed by Naomi E
One of the best and most challenging tours I’ve been on. Do not miss the opportunity to do this. Reviewed by Noeleen S. Australia
Insightful, powerful and thought-provoking Reviewed by Eleonore3 Austria
A Highlight of our trip!!! Robert and Mark were incredible guides!!!
Reviewed by KM United States
I cannot recommend highly enough!
Reviewed by phobic1d Canada