The tour explains how the Troubles began through the stories of locations in Belfast city centre where major events and attacks took place. We tell the stories of the people involved, their place in the conflict and the effect these attacks and incidents had on the city and its people. We do all this from an entirely neutral, civilian perspective. The tour also shows how far the city has come since the ceasefires and Peace Process.
It is suitable for anyone visiting Belfast, regardless of how much or little you already know of our troubled past. The tour is a way for you to get a real feel for our history and make a deeper emotional connection with the city.
Many guests say they have felt transported back in time through the rich and detailed story-telling in this tour. They understand and appreciate how far the city has come since those dark days and come to see Belfast in a new light.
The tour has a factual core script to ensure it is historically accurate, unbiased and non-partisan. But our guides are also encouraged to take ownership of their tour. They bring it to life by recounting their own personal experiences during the Troubles.
Local expert guide
Audio headset to hear your guide clearly
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The meeting place is outside the front gates of Belfast City Hall on Donegall Square North.
The guide should be easily spotted by his black jacket or t-shirt with our logo on the left breast.