Top 10 Bus Tours in Belfast, Northern Ireland

December 2, 2021 Nobuko Falco

With a population of almost 300,000 in the city proper, Belfast has grown into a cosmopolitan destination and become a popular weekend break spot. With feelings of optimism and life pulsing through the city, Belfast makes for an energizing getaway. It's never been easier to tour the city, thanks to a number of intriguing bus, taxi, boat and pedestrian options. Don't miss the Ulster Folk Museum or the Belfast Cathedral, and make sure to experience some of the award-winning restaurants, bars, clubs, galleries and theaters.
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1. Belfast Murals Taxi Tour

Jurys Inn Belfast, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, UK Xplore Belfast Murals
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Tour Highlights: • Visit areas of historical significance. • Famous murals on Falls Road & Shankill Road • Memorial Gardens • Drive through both communities visiting landmarks displaying tributes to local people • The famous Peace Line dividing both communities. With gates that are still locked daily!

Inclusions: Free Pick up Belfast city centre. , Experienced World Host Guide, Private vehicle, Train, Airport or Cruise ship pick up surcharge to be paid to driver on the day., Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Pick up from Airport, Belfast Cruise Ship Ports

Reviewed By VMtravellers

As we were Just coming out of lock down, tour companies were not open; so we devised our own tour in our own hire car, all the sights, The Peace Wall, Falls And Shankill roads are are very moving and a must to visit and try and understand both prospectives

2. Game of Thrones - Winterfell Trek from Belfast

Jurys Inn Belfast, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, UK Game of Thrones Tours
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We are the largest Game of Thrones Tour company in the world. This is our Winterfell Trek from Belfast, visiting lots of filming locations south of Belfast. We trek you around the grounds of the castle location for Winterfell in season 1, deep into an old growth forest and into the crumbling medieval ruins of Inch Abbey. We show you VFX breakdowns on tablets to reveal how each scene was brought to life. We have Stark cloaks, swords and banners for everybody as part of the tour at no extra cost. Join our guides, who worked as extras on Game of Thrones® seasons 1-8, for a totally authentic experience. All entrance fees, ferry rides and other extras are included in your ticket price. The only extra expense is your pub lunch. Lunch will be in a pub that hosts one of the world famous Game of Thrones® Doors. The doors were fashioned from fallen 200 year old beech trees which came from the Dark Hedges.

Inclusions: Cloaks, swords & Stark banners, Live commentary on board, Driver and Local Guide, Entrance/Admission - Castle Ward Estate, Entrance/Admission - Tollymore Forest Park

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Reviewed By andrewnZ9445SV

An excellent tour and out guide Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining. As an extra for 4 seasons he had great stories to tell about filming and being part of Game of Thrones. You get great information about the sites you're visiting before you get there. The rope bridge wasn't accessible but we didn't just skip that, we went to Dunluce castle as an alternative and that was well worth visiting. Can't recommend this highly enough, it is a long day but it's entertainment all the way.

3. Game of Thrones - Iron Islands, Giant's Causeway & Rope Bridge from Belfast

Jurys Inn Belfast, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, UK Game of Thrones Tours
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The Iron Islands, Giant's Causeway & Rope Bridge Adventure from Belfast is a fully immersive and inclusive experience. All our guides have worked as extras on Game of Thrones® seasons 1 - 8. We trek you along wild sea cliffs, across rocky beaches, into caves and to the real location of Lordsport in the Iron Islands. We show you VFX breakdowns on tablets, to see how each scene was brought to life. We have Iron Born costumes, swords, helms and banners for everybody as part of the tour at no extra cost. Our tours are the real Thrones experience! All entrance fees and other extras are included in your ticket price. The only extra expense is your pub lunch. Lunch will be in a pub that hosts one of the world famous Game of Thrones® Doors. The doors were fashioned from fallen 200 year old beech trees which came from the Dark Hedges. 

Inclusions: Iron Born costumes, swords, shields & Greyjoy banners, Live commentary on board, Driver and Local Guide

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Reviewed By anamF3932ZL

Ser Davos aka Ser Adrian shared his immense knowledge about Game of Thrones with me while also giving me a huge help with my dissertation about film induced tourism. Wise and kind, just like the Ser Davos we know. Couldn’t recommend him more :)

4. Official World Famous Belfast Taxi Tour

Giants Causeway Tours
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Get a local’s insight into the Troubles that divided Belfast and how they shaped the city and its street art on this intimate street art tour. See colourful murals created by both Republican/Nationalist and Loyalist/Unionist communities, including the celebrated Peace Wall, as you travel around Belfast with ease in your very own Private Transportation! You will visit the areas that where deeply scarred during the conflict as well as learning over 800 years of history. Your guide will provide visual aids to help you imagine how life was like during the Troubles and your tour will visit the politically charged murals from both sides of the divide as well as stopping at the memorial gardens to the dead, stops include a visit to the peace lines and peace walls , you will get to write your name on the largest Peace Wall in Western Europe and leave a message! We Also Provide Umbrellas for when it's raining! Several start times are available so this Private tour will slot into most schedules.

Inclusions: See the Bobby Sands, Falls Road, and Shankill political murals up close, Learn more about the city’s former conflict from your guide, Gain intimate insight into Belfast’s history and culture from your guide, Let your driver handle navigation, leaving you free to admire the city, Benefit from the personalized service and itinerary of a private tour, Optimize your time with hassle-free round-trip transfer from your hotel, Free Pick Up Central Belfast , Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, See the Peace Walls and Peace Gates Up Close, Write your name on the Peace Wall

Exclusions: Tip for your Guide, Extra Pickup Charges Apply Outside Belfast Central, Upgrade to Top of The Range Luxury Mercedes Benz V-Class for £10(Where Available)

Reviewed By LetsG0today

If you're in Northern Ireland you MUST go to Giants Causeway. This is an Iconic landmark and a must see. However if you go, make sure to take the bus back up the hill, it's a long walk.

5. 2-Hour Black Taxi Tour of Belfast’s Murals and Peace Walls

Belfast City Hall, Donegall Square N, Belfast BT1 5GS, UK Belfast Attractions
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This tour offers a unique chance to travel with the original drivers who put their lives at risk every day during The Troubles trying to provide a transport service in their black cabs to the people of The famous Falls road and Shankill road. This riveting journey into the most recent conflict in Irish/Brtish history. Your local knowledgeable guide will provide you with an insight into the famous murals and epic peacewalls around Belfast. Your tour is transport based, travel in our luxurious classic London cabs.

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle

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Reviewed By jvvz2

As a family we travelled to Belfast in Oct 2019 (been meaning to write this review for ages!) and our most recommended activity was to do the famous Black Taxi Tour. We were lucky enough to get Brendan as our driver and had the most incredible experience. He was so knowledgeable, informative and provided amazing insight into the past and present history of Belfast. It was one of the highlights of our trip. Could not recommend this more!!

6. Belfast Original Drivers from The Troubles Black Taxi Tour

Belfast Famous Black Taxi Tours
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We have been est over 25 years and our company is unique as our work force is 50% Republican and 50% loyalist work force and as seen on RICK STEVES and ANTHONY BOURDAIN Travel programme

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Reviewed By minky186470

Great tour ,so glad we booked it , very informative and entertaining and all covid regs adhered to, couldnt recommend more

7. Giant's Causeway Premium Day Tour from Belfast (Includes Admissions)

Irish Tour Tickets, 10 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BA, UK Irish Tour Tickets
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**We are the only Giant's Causeway tour with a 5 Star Quality Accreditation from Northern Ireland Tourist Board. Enjoy this premium full-day Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast day tour. Explore the world-famous Antrim Coast and UNESCO listed Giant's Causeway free from the crowds and the queues as we travel in the opposite direction from most other operators. Hear stories of the Irish myths and legends of how the Causeway was formed. See the sensational views of the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Visit the Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, the oldest licensed distillery in the world and see the stunning ruins of the 14th century Dunluce Castle. *This tour includes admission to the Giant's Causeway Visitors Centre (Includes self-guided walking tour). *Please note that this tour is not suitable for passengers arriving at Belfast on a Cruise Ship*

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup from Selected city centre hotels (Must be confirmed by calling +44 (0)2890 310101. 8am-7pm GMT), Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach, Includes Giant's Causeway Visitor Center admission

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Reviewed By gozdeb715

The Giants Causeway tour was amazing with all other locations. If you are a Game of Thrones fan, you should definitely take this tour. Our guide Paddy was also so friendly and gave us really good information about the area. Really recommended!!

8. Northern Ireland Highlights Day Trip Including Giant's Causeway from Dublin

1 College Green, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 YT92, Ireland Wild Rover Tours
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Depart Dublin travel by luxury coach to Belfast for a black cab tour, followed by a trip to the Giant’s Causeway and then onto Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. From the comfort of your black cab, tour Northern Ireland's capital,see the landmark sites including the Belfast Docks,the Falls and Shankill neighborhoods.Stopping at various locations sign the Peace Wall, learn of Belfast’s tragic political history. 2 hour visit Tour the Antrim Coastal Drive to the famous rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway and take the perilous walk across the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.Upon arriving at the Giants Causeway you will receive a ticket offering admittance to the visitors centre.You will also have the opportunity to take a guided walking tour of the Causeway Coast.The walking tour is guided by a local Park Ranger. Visiting time at the Giants Causeway site is 2 hours.We then continue to the Rope Bridge, you will receive a ticket to walk across the bridge to small island,exhilerating. 90 minute visit

Inclusions: Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach with free WiFi, Professional guide, Transport by black cab in Belfast, Private guide

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Reviewed By Traveler-Compass-146

The views on this tour were the best I’ve seen in the area. Thank you for creating this wonderful experience for all to enjoy.

9. Giant's Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Day Trip from Dublin

The Hugh Lane, Charlemont House, Parnell Square N, Rotunda, Dublin, D01 F2X9, Ireland Finn McCools Tours
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See Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage Site and embark on a unique guided trip from Dublin. Visit the spectacular sight of Giant's Causeway and venture across the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. On this tour you will also visit the Dark Hedges and Belfast.

Inclusions: Cross the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge for free when it is open, All other attractions can be seen without extra charges, Professional guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, The Giant's Causeway, The Dark Hedges, Drive along the Northern Ireland coast seeing beautiful landscapes, Belfast City, Luggage compartment

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Reviewed By 310pp

Our guide was Karina and we couldn't have asked for a better one! She was brilliant and went way over the alloted 90 minutes. Very knowledgeable and a good laugh too, which we were in need of, it made for a very entertaining morning for myself and my son. Loved the little anecdotes from Bruce Springsteen to The beatles, as well as all the history, both modern and old. The recommendation of a good Whiskey shop was spot on and I'll look out for her in The Commitments film next time I watch it!

10. Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Full-Day Tour from Belfast

Europa Hotel, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7AP, UK McComb's Coach Travel
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Combine ‘Game of Thrones’ gossip with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day tour from Belfast! With a friendly local guide, visit key Northern Irish filming locations that were used in the award-winning HBO fantasy drama while learning about popular characters like Daenerys Targaryen. After seeing sites like the Dark Hedges road, enjoy free time to explore the unique rock formations at the Giant’s Causeway.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Driver/guide, Commentary from the guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Rachel302020

This trip was booked last minute as we arrived the day the country emerged out of a national Lockdown and we were due to visit the titanic museum which remained closed. I’m so pleased we were able to come on this trip however as it was the highlight of the stay! Our driver Derek was wonderful and had us all in stitches with his witty sarcasm and groaning with his bad jokes! He had a tough crowd however and kept it up which provided a great atmosphere (with help from Burnley!) The sights on the sites were absolutely amazing and the beauty was breathtaking- we were able to see some game of thrones filming locations as well as the giants causeway and learnt so much about this beautiful county and it’s history. The pre ordered lunch at a local restaurant was an excellent plan and ensured the trip ran smoothly. We would definitely recommend this trip to anyone- excellent value for money! Thank you again Derek!

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