Paddy Campbell's Belfast Famous Black Cab Tours
Paddy Campbell's Belfast Famous Black Cab Tours
Paddy Campbell's Belfast Famous Black Cab Tours
4.9
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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About
If you would like a tour with PADDY CAMPBELL please follow the information above as others are masquerading as Paddy Campbell's Belfast Famous Black Cab tours and have nothing to do with us. We offer professional services focusing on customer care. As of 2014 we are a World Host recognized Company for Excellence in Customer Service, with our drivers obtaining a World Host guide qualification. We try to ensure that our clients have an informative and enjoyable experience in our city, this is why we have such a good reputation and are the Number One tour operator in Belfast. Our vehicles and drivers are licensed by the D.O.E, a statutory local Government body. No pre-payment, you pay at the end after you are satisfied and happy with the service provided. If you need to cancel, please give adequate notice of this. With over 35yrs taxi experience, over a decade of that providing tours, we have now established ourselves as one of the most popular and accountable tour operators in Belfast.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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2024
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theNobody
Bergamo, Italy443 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
Before embarking on this taxi ride, I had done some superficial research on the history of Ulster and Northern Ireland. But hearing the stories and testimonies of a person who lived the Troubles firsthand was an experience bordering on touching. Peter, an exceptional driver and Guide, not only guided us through a reasoned itinerary functional to the story, but made us understand how little is known about these tragic events outside Ireland. We can never be grateful enough. Highly recommended!
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Written 18 October 2024
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Anne M
Maine7 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
We were a group of 9 - two families ranging from 11 to 75 looking to visit the Antrim coast while in ireland.
We hired 2 cabs driven by Paddy and Tom and had an outstanding tour. They picked us up and dropped us off at the Airbnb we stayed in off the Lisburn road.
Paddy listened to what mattered to us and worked to make sure we saw it all.
He got us to the dark hedges when no one else was there! And to carrick-a-rede rope bridge before the crowds hit. We finished the trip with the giants causeway and a stop in portrush so the kids could go on a few rides. Wrapping everything up just as the rain started.
Wonderful stories and histories along the way made the trip full of learning.
Paddy’s connections where ever we went helped to ensure we maximized our time, including getting a group of nine in for lunch with no wait at MSQ Market square, which was outstanding (we highly recommend).
We never felt rushed, and they were both very accommodating. It was a wonderful tour.
The cabs were incredibly comfortable and seats reclined so that napping on the ride home was possible for the exhausted group.
We would absolutely recommend!
We hired 2 cabs driven by Paddy and Tom and had an outstanding tour. They picked us up and dropped us off at the Airbnb we stayed in off the Lisburn road.
Paddy listened to what mattered to us and worked to make sure we saw it all.
He got us to the dark hedges when no one else was there! And to carrick-a-rede rope bridge before the crowds hit. We finished the trip with the giants causeway and a stop in portrush so the kids could go on a few rides. Wrapping everything up just as the rain started.
Wonderful stories and histories along the way made the trip full of learning.
Paddy’s connections where ever we went helped to ensure we maximized our time, including getting a group of nine in for lunch with no wait at MSQ Market square, which was outstanding (we highly recommend).
We never felt rushed, and they were both very accommodating. It was a wonderful tour.
The cabs were incredibly comfortable and seats reclined so that napping on the ride home was possible for the exhausted group.
We would absolutely recommend!
Written 22 June 2024
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Giuseppina O
1 contribution
Mar 2025 • Couples
We had a great time with Peter from Paddy's. He was fantastic in his description of the murals and he gave us a very informative historical background, going back to centuries ago till the current situation. We loved it and we recommend him 100%! Thank you!
Written 17 March 2025
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Paul B
Chirnside Park, Australia1,134 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
We had Sean take us on this tour, and although the cab was not a traditional black one, it was still worth every pound we paid. His commentary and information was factual and fair and we really got a feel for Belfast from the late 1960's to today. Amazing that the murals along the Falls road are constantly changing, with the exception of the Bobby Sands one. Sean has his heart in (northern) Ireland and we appreciated the tour greatly. A must for all visitors to Belfast. Book ahead as it is really easy to do.
Written 4 June 2024
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J G
1 contribution
Jul 2024 • Friends
Our guide was John Campbell, Paddy's 'younger' brother, so he says. ;)
There were two of us and we had a great time with John. He had so much information that we wished we could have had another two hours! He included some personal stories to illustrate the history that we were learning. We were shocked to see that the the city is still so divided, physically and emotionally. We felt safe with John, recognizing that we wouldn't want to walk alone in some of these places. He showed us the different perspectives through stories, murals, monuments, walls, and memorials. He was patient with our lack of historical knowledge and multiple questions. He was such a nice guy, even allowing us to bring along our luggage and drop us off close to our bus station afterward. Thank you John!
There were two of us and we had a great time with John. He had so much information that we wished we could have had another two hours! He included some personal stories to illustrate the history that we were learning. We were shocked to see that the the city is still so divided, physically and emotionally. We felt safe with John, recognizing that we wouldn't want to walk alone in some of these places. He showed us the different perspectives through stories, murals, monuments, walls, and memorials. He was patient with our lack of historical knowledge and multiple questions. He was such a nice guy, even allowing us to bring along our luggage and drop us off close to our bus station afterward. Thank you John!
Written 25 August 2024
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Niall M
London, UK13 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Paul was our tour guide on what was an occasionally very wet and windy Saturday in Belfast (what's new :)). The weather didn't dampen the tour though. Paul was very accommodating for us, incredibly knowledgeable, funny and personal with some of his own story. Growing up in Co. Tyrone with family from Belfast I have a fairly good handle on the history but my wife never grew up in Ireland and knows very little of the history. Paul changed that. We left the tour knowing so much more and getting a true perspective on life in 70s, 80s and 90s Belfast.
Paul answered all our questions in a balanced and personable way. The tour was only supposed to last 1 hr 30 min but due to some stoppages on our part he was happy to take his time and he gave us 3 hours worth. To be honest, we'd have been happy to stay longer. The little animated video on the history of Ireland was a great addition too.
Go raibh maith agat Paul
Paul answered all our questions in a balanced and personable way. The tour was only supposed to last 1 hr 30 min but due to some stoppages on our part he was happy to take his time and he gave us 3 hours worth. To be honest, we'd have been happy to stay longer. The little animated video on the history of Ireland was a great addition too.
Go raibh maith agat Paul
Written 27 March 2024
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lynne o
Leamington Spa, UK5 contributions
Nov 2024 • Friends
As this was our first time in Belfast it was recommended to do a black cab tour. We were not disappointed at all. Tom our driver was amazing, very knowledgeable and we had a great laugh with him. Such an interesting tour of Belfast which we all throughly enjoyed. Would totally recommend Paddy Campbell’s tours and if you getTom you won’t be disappointed.
Written 27 November 2024
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Gordon2112
Petersfield, UK850 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
We picked this tour based on the good reviews and the fact it was more affordable than some other taxi tours. Our driver Trevor picked us up at the planned meeting point no bother and was friendly, informative and great company during our hour and a half (in fact slightly longer than this) tour of the Falls Road and Shankill Road areas on either side of the Peace Wall. Helped increase my understanding of the Troubles and more recent issues in Belfast far more than I'd expected. Really glad we did this tour and would recommend it to anyone visiting Belfast
Written 4 June 2024
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Gregmar81
Michigan408 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
Brought a group of 19 on an Overland Tour of Ireland that included an optional Black Cab Tour with Paddy Campbell. We had 3 drivers for our group and all them were passionate about explaining the 'Troubles' that northern Ireland has experienced in its history. Think our biggest surprise was to see a wall still in existence between the Protestant and Catholic neighborhoods within Belfast. Also sad to learn that each evening, a gate was closed to restrict movement between both communities. Apparently, once you get outside of the City center, inter-action between all religious factions is becoming the norm and the greatest hope for northern Ireland. Clearly worth your time to take while in Belfast.
Written 25 May 2024
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Lizzie44186394
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK118 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We were picked up right on time from our hotel. Our driver (who has driven taxis in Belfast for 40 years) showed us murals on the Falls and Shankill road and the peace wall and told us loads about the history of the Troubles. We saw areas we would never have come across as tourists and got a real insight into the place. We had been uncertain whether to do the taxi tour but would highly recommend it.
Written 16 April 2024
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Does hotel estival torrequebrada have tea making facilities in the room and is there shower gel in the bathroom
Written 2 March 2020
Hello! You have posted your question in the wrong place, this is an all day tour not a hotel. Please do a search for "Hotel Estival" and ask the question there. Thanks!
Written 2 March 2020
During the murals tour, are you in the cab the whole time? or do they stop to let you out and observe?
Written 13 November 2019
They stop the cab and let you get out to view it. If it's raining a lot they'll likely describe the mural and tell you the stories inside the car, then you can get out to look closer.
Written 13 November 2019
That would be considered quite generous I think.
Written 15 October 2019
Looking to book this tour but wondering if children (a toddler) are able to join?
Written 25 August 2019
I would suggest you call or email Paddy’s and ask if they would allow that. The tour isn’t too “graphic” but it does talk a lot about death and weapons. It’s worth considering if the child would be able to respectfully listen to a serious topic for 90 minutes to 2 hours.
Written 26 August 2019
Gibt es eine deutschsprachige Tour vom Hafen aus
Written 20 January 2019
Do you know if the cab will take you out to the countryside or just around town? Do you pay per hour ?
Written 19 January 2019
I think Paddy will take you anywhere. We paid a flat rate for the tour
Written 12 February 2019
Hi, Can anyone tell me how they booked their tour with Paddy Campbell? I've emailed several times & filled out the online email form on their website to no avail. I'm guessing there's something I'm missing as obviously thousands of others have booked with them. I'd appreciate some advice. Thanks in advance.
Written 11 January 2019
Hi
I just booked again tonight for my sister tomorrow Just call tel:00447990955227.
They will pick you up at your Hotel and drop you back. Very good price £35 for one / two people
Written 11 January 2019
How much would it be for three and can we call on the day ? Thanks
Written 19 September 2018
Hi! As people said, around 35pounds for three passengers. In our case, we confirmed the night ago in our hotel. Regards!
Written 12 October 2018
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