

Explore Belfast’s iconic political murals and street art
Visit the Peace Wall signed by the Dalai Lama and President Bill Clinton
Learn about the history of the Troubles from a local guide
See murals in both nationalist and unionist neighbourhoods
Enjoy a private tour with flexible timing and photo stops
Gain deeper insight through local stories and balanced perspectives
Belfast Mural Tour – A private guided experience exploring the most powerful murals in Belfast, the Peace Walls, and the real stories behind the city’s political and street art.
Unlike a Belfast murals self tour, self-guided walking tour Belfast, or selfguided walking tour, this experience is led by local knowledge from guides who explains the meaning, history, and context behind the artwork. It also offers a deeper alternative to standard Belfast walking tour routes that often pass the murals without explanation.
Travelling through west Belfast, the tour visits both nationalist and unionist neighbourhoods, where large-scale murals reflect decades of conflict, identity, and change. These areas are central to understanding Belfast political and mural history and remain some of the most important cultural landmarks in the city.
This tour can be delivered as a guided walking experience or as one of the most popular Belfast cab tours, Belfast mural taxi, or taxi tours Belfast options. Many visitors choose this format as an alternative to Belfast black taxi tours, offering the same access and insight with a private, flexible approach.
Your tour Belfast mural experience includes a stop at the Peace Wall separating the Shankill Road and Falls Road, signed by international figures including the Dalai Lama and President Bill Clinton. The standard tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, with the option to extend if you wish.
While some visitors combine this with wider Belfast tours such as Belfast Game of Thrones filming locations, this experience focuses specifically on Belfast mural tours and Belfast street art, providing clear, respectful insight into the Troubles and the city’s ongoing evolution.
This Belfast Mural Tour is ideal for visitors who want more than photos — offering context, local perspective, and a deeper understanding of Belfast’s past and present, at a relaxed pace with time for questions and photo stops.
This private Belfast Mural Tour is ideal for visitors who want to gain a clear and balanced understanding of the city’s knowledge from local guides and social history. Led by an experienced local guide, this Belfast political murals tour focuses on the meaning behind the murals, the communities they represent, and the period known as the Troubles.
The tour includes the Peace Wall separating the Shankill Road and Falls Road areas, a key highlight of any Peace Wall tour Belfast visitors look to experience and a powerful symbol of the city’s past and progress.
Your private mural tour of Belfast lasts approximately 90 minutes, with the option to extend if you wish. The pace is relaxed, with time for questions, discussion, and photo stops throughout.
This experience is designed for visitors seeking insight, context, and a deeper understanding of Belfast’s history, guided by a knowledgeable local expert.
Secure your Belfast Mural Tour with a small deposit and pay the remaining balance after your tour. A simple and flexible way to confirm your private experience in Belfast.
Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about the Belfast murals history tour or pickup arrangements. We’re happy to help.
This is a typical itinerary and can be tailored to suit your individual preferences.
Tour Start Time: 9:00 AM (flexible to suit your schedule)
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Divis Tower: Begin your tour at Divis Tower, built in 1966 as part of the former Divis Flats complex. During the Troubles, the British Army used the rooftop as an observation post, making it a significant location in Belfast’s recent history.
International Wall – Falls Road Murals: Explore the iconic murals along the Falls Road, depicting international political events, community identity, and key moments in Northern Ireland’s history. This stop forms a key part of a classic Falls Road murals tour, showcasing some of Belfast’s most recognised political artwork.
Bobby Sands Mural & Falls Road Murals: View the famous Bobby Sands mural, commemorating the 1981 hunger strike, alongside surrounding murals that illustrate the political and social story of the area.
Clonard Monastery: Located on the Falls Road, Clonard Monastery was founded in 1896 and offers insight into the religious and community life of west Belfast.
Bombay Street Memorial Garden: Visit the memorial garden commemorating the families displaced during the events of 1969, marking an important moment in Belfast’s history.
Peace Wall: See the Peace Wall separating the Shankill Road and Falls Road areas, originally built in 1969 and now a lasting symbol of Belfast’s journey from conflict toward reconciliation.
Shankill Road & Murals: Travel through the Shankill Road, a key unionist area, where murals reflect local history, culture, and community identity.
Crumlin Road Gaol (Outside View): View the exterior of Crumlin Road Gaol and the Courthouse, two imposing landmarks that provide insight into Belfast’s criminal justice history. Official jail tours are not included.
Private Belfast Mural Tour with a local guide
Guided visits to key political mural areas and Peace Walls
Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
Photo stops along the route
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Entry fees to attractions are not specified
Departure location is flexible, please include your preferred pick-up in your booking.
Free pick-up from any location within Belfast City Centre. Additional charges apply for locations outside Belfast.
Pick-up available from:
Comfortable shoes for walking on uneven surfaces
Season-appropriate clothing, including warm layers
Lightweight raincoat for unexpected showers
Our Belfast Mural Tour is a private experience designed for couples, families, and small groups who want to explore the city’s political murals and history at a relaxed pace.
This private tour is led by an experienced local guide and can be tailored to your interests, schedule, and pickup location. It’s a straightforward, flexible way to gain insight into Belfast’s past and present without the stress of planning logistics.
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The Belfast Political and Mural Tour is a guided experience through Belfast’s most iconic political murals and peace walls, led by a knowledgeable local driver who shares the city’s history, culture, and stories from both communities.
Most tours last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Private or customised tours can be extended based on your interests and schedule.
The tour typically visits the Falls Road, Shankill Road, Peace Walls, and other famous murals that reflect Belfast’s political history and cultural identity.
Yes, your guide is a local driver or guide with deep knowledge of Belfast’s history, The Troubles, and the city’s transformation into a modern, vibrant community.
Yes, pickup is available from your hotel or a central Belfast location. Please provide your pickup details when booking.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly. Guides tailor commentary to ensure it is appropriate for children while still offering the full historical context.