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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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DC Tours run daily Belfast walking tours. 'A History of Terror' is a 2 hour 30 minute tour. It visits 9 sites in Belfast city centre where some of the most important events of the conflict known as 'the Troubles' took place. You will learn about the Troubles, discover the stories of the people involved, the reasons why it started, how the peace process took shape and the journey to the active, vibrant city you see today. It is the only Troubles Tour to be awarded an 'Excellent' rating by our Tourist Board. It was ranked the No.4 Experience in the U.K. by TripAdvisor in 2019. Our ‘Best of Belfast’ walking tour is your essential introduction to the city, its greater history, the stories of its people, its legends and its landmarks. Our guides are Belfast natives and experts in their fields, one was named 'Top UK Tour Guide 2019' at the World Guide Awards. The tours run in the mornings and advance booking is advised.
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j_girl9
Melbourne88 contributions
Jan 2020
I went on a Troubles tour with a friend, and we had Gabe as our guide. Travelling in off-season meant we had the pleasure of a private tour. However we learnt in summer when it is a very popular tour - they use headsets so everyone is still able to hear.
Gabe was really great at making the turbulent history of Ireland/UK interesting and understandable. We had a great time touring around the city with him and learning about specific incidents, but also his own personal experiences. My friend and I both work in the Tourism industry and wouldn't hesitate to recommend touring with DC Tours, voted #1 for a reason!
Gabe was really great at making the turbulent history of Ireland/UK interesting and understandable. We had a great time touring around the city with him and learning about specific incidents, but also his own personal experiences. My friend and I both work in the Tourism industry and wouldn't hesitate to recommend touring with DC Tours, voted #1 for a reason!
Written 27 January 2020
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Hi j_girl9,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of Gabe's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it! Thanks for rating us so highly!
Best regards,
Mark
Written 11 February 2020
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Emma
3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Today we did the “History of Terror” guided tour.
It was a very wet and miserable day however we absolutely loved it!
Paul our tour guide was a total pleasure to be lead by and a total gentleman all round.
His knowledge, enthusiasm and friendly manner made the tour very interesting and a joy.
I had my small child in the pushchair and Paul made an extra fuss over him. He took the time to speak to each person and he was genuinely interested in getting to know the full group.
I feel having done the tour I am more aware of the troubles, the history and some of Belfast’s most iconic landmarks.
Thank you for a fabulous tour.
I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Belfast! Thank you very much for our great experience!
It was a very wet and miserable day however we absolutely loved it!
Paul our tour guide was a total pleasure to be lead by and a total gentleman all round.
His knowledge, enthusiasm and friendly manner made the tour very interesting and a joy.
I had my small child in the pushchair and Paul made an extra fuss over him. He took the time to speak to each person and he was genuinely interested in getting to know the full group.
I feel having done the tour I am more aware of the troubles, the history and some of Belfast’s most iconic landmarks.
Thank you for a fabulous tour.
I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Belfast! Thank you very much for our great experience!
Written 11 January 2020
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Hi EmAmMaCh,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of Paul's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it despite the bad weather! Paul said it was a total pleasure to meet you guys - thanks for rating us so highly!
Best regards,
Mark
Written 13 January 2020
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atimmsoakgrove
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Family
Paul, our tour guide, could not come more highly recommended. I brought a group of school students on this tour, and his engaging anecdotal narrative ensured that they remained focused for the duration and gave them the grounding they needed to understand the lasting impact of the Troubles. The headphones provided meant that everyone in the group could here the guide, making this the best tour we went on during the trip. Everyone in the party agreed that this was a useful experience that they would definitely recommend to others.
Written 19 February 2020
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Hi atimmsoakgrove,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of Paul's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much all the students enjoyed it (despite the rain!). Thanks for rating us so highly!
Best wishes,
Mark
Written 20 February 2020
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russellrowantree
Dromara, UK199 contributions
Feb 2020
We were given a DC walking tour of Belfast by our children as an inspiration Christmas present. I say inspirational because what on earth could a walking tour of the city I grew up in (I’m over 60 so experience the troubles) give to me. OMG what an experience, two and a half hours walking on a cold February morning and we learnt so much and had so much fun. The approach of the tour is to focus on one year in the troubles (a year I was a teenager) and examine the sites of the bombings/shootings and other events which make up the historical/cultural landscape Belfast city centre over this period in time. Paul our tour guild has a great knowledge of the city and entertained us with local stories about the rich tapestry of the Belfast of his youth. This tour is a great way to “try” to understand what has become known of as the TROUBLES and at the same time get a favour for the more colourfully aspects of what makes the people of Belfast tick (no pun intended).
Written 3 March 2020
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Hi russellrowantree,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post such a considered and thoughtful review of Paul's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it - we are always particularly interested in how guests who were born and lived here rate us!
Best wishes,
Mark
Written 8 March 2020
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Colin C
2 contributions
Sept 2020
Staying near Belfast for a few days on our first trip to N Ireland, we heard about DC Tours from someone at our hotel who knew one of the tour guides. It proved to be an excellent recommendation and a highlight of our trip. The 2 hours or so we spent in the company of James was a real eye-opener, not only in terms of gaining a better understanding of the history of 'The Troubles' but also in realising that things are far from being settled today, whatever we might hear or think. Although the tour covers only a small area of the the city and a short period of time - the first half of the 1970s - James, who has lived and worked in Belfast all his life, gave us all a very clear and insightful window into a past and present world that might otherwise remain a closed book. All in all, a very worthwhile way to spend a morning from which you will take home something far more useful and lasting than any souvenir.
Written 7 September 2020
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Hi colincL9288HZ,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of James' tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it!
Thanks for rating us so highly!
Best wishes,
Mark
Written 15 September 2020
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siobhanos04
1 contribution
Jul 2020
Paul provides a most interesting history of the city centre of Belfast framed against the backdrop of the history of Ireland and the Troubles. His knowledge is incredibly expansive and I’m sure we could have stayed on the tour for hours more and kept learning! Couldn’t recommend the tour any more.
Also, all COVID-19 precautions were taken so that is a plus for anyone nervous about their health.
Also, all COVID-19 precautions were taken so that is a plus for anyone nervous about their health.
Written 12 July 2020
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Hi siobhanos04,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of Paul's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it! Great to hear you your comments on our new Health & safety precautions and thanks for rating us so highly!
Best wishes,
Mark
Written 25 July 2020
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caldwes
Comber, UK29 contributions
Jan 2020
Fascinating tour of a city and history I thought I knew. Excellent insights for locals and a fabulous way for visitors to understand the complexity of our city, our past and present. Thanks to Paul who is ridiculously knowledgeable, is brilliant craic, tells a great story and brings the warmth and welcome of Northern Ireland to the tour
Written 25 January 2020
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Hi caldwes,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of Paul's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it! Thanks for rating us so highly!
Written 27 January 2020
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cadmcmahon
Dundalk, Ireland2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
It would be difficult to overstate how good this tour was.
James and Paul, our guides, were knowledgeable, even-handed and entertaining.
Two and a half hours flew by as we received an informative insight into both the reasons behind and, the consequences of people's actions during those terrible times.
Oral history, vividly described, and stimulating, in such a balanced way that would be impossible to capture in a textbook. I would highly recommend to anybody who has an interest in recent history, conflict and resolution.
James and Paul, our guides, were knowledgeable, even-handed and entertaining.
Two and a half hours flew by as we received an informative insight into both the reasons behind and, the consequences of people's actions during those terrible times.
Oral history, vividly described, and stimulating, in such a balanced way that would be impossible to capture in a textbook. I would highly recommend to anybody who has an interest in recent history, conflict and resolution.
Written 1 August 2020
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Hi cadmcmahon,
Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review of Paul & James's tour, it's massively appreciated and fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed it! I think this is my new favourite review!
Thanks for rating us so highly.
Best wishes,
Mark
Written 7 August 2020
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Jill1976
Edinburgh, UK82 contributions
Sept 2021
We had a fantastic tour with James last weekend - he was interesting, knowledgeable and generous with his time. He also answered our questions in a very full and open way. Would definitely recommend this company and tour and am sure the other tours they offer would be of similar quality. A highlight of our trip. Thank you DC Tours!
Written 1 October 2021
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Hi Jill,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave your review of James' Best of Belfast tour, and for rating us so highly. It's fantastic to hear it was one of the highlights of your trip and we'll look forward to seeing you another time!
Best wishes,
Mark
Written 3 October 2021
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steve H
Richmond-upon-Thames, UK14 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
I lived in Northern Ireland at the height of the troubles 50+ years ago, went on this tour 10 years ago and came back recently and immediately booked it again. This is such a splendid tour that provides an insight into the extraordinary story of how a British city became one of the most dangerous places in the world whilst city life continued. This tour should be essential for every visitor
Written 27 September 2023
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Hi Steve, I'm glad you enjoyed your tour so much you did it twice! Great to hear you feel it's an essential part of any trip to Belfast. Thanks very much for your excellent review and recommendation, we really appreciate it. Best wishes, Mark.
Written 28 September 2023
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Is there discounts for carers or Disabled people ?
Written 8 January 2025
Is there a charge for under 12s? I'd like to bring my 11 and 10 year old children.
Written 4 July 2019
Hi, DC Tours here. We don't recommend the tour for under 12 years of age due to the content to be honest. It is entirely at your discretion as to whether you wish to bring your kids on the tour, you know them better than we do! :) We use audio headsets to allow everyone on the tour to hear the guide easily throughout the tour. If you would like your children to listen to the tour and participate then they will need to have tickets. If they are just coming along to accompany you and they don't need headsets, then there will be no charge. We do not have reduced rates for children who take part in the tour and get headsets. Hope this makes sense. If you have any further queries please don't hesitate to email us through the link above. Best regards, Mark
Written 6 July 2019
Lovely P
Quezon City, Philippines
Hi, what time in the morning is the start of this tour?
Written 17 May 2016
Best to contact them directly, they are a small operation and depends on availability of the guide.
Written 21 May 2016
Any availability for this tour on 6th or 7th March? Please provide details.
Kind Regards.
Michael
Written 24 February 2015
Umm, I just went on the tour. Best email them directly!
Written 25 February 2015
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