Walking Tours

Step into the heart of Belfast on foot and discover a city rich with history, creativity and character. From fascinating guided walking tours to self-led routes through vibrant neighbourhoods, exploring Belfast by foot is one of the best ways to truly experience its stories. 

Explore Belfast’s History on Foot 

Walking tours bring Belfast’s layered past to life, turning streets and buildings into living chapters of the city’s story. Join expert guides in the Cathedral Quarter, where narrow lanes are filled with tales of merchants, revolutionaries and poets. Stroll through Donegall Square, learning about Victorian grandeur and the role of linen and shipbuilding in Belfast’s rise. 

Discover Political Murals & Peace Walls 

For a powerful look at more recent history, take a political walking tour through areas like the Falls Road and Shankill Road. Local guides share personal insights into The Troubles, explaining the symbolism behind colourful murals and the significance of peace walls that still divide some communities. 

These tours provide a sensitive, balanced look at Belfast’s journey — past conflict and towards reconciliation — making them a moving experience for many visitors. 

Immerse Yourself in Belfast’s Street Art 

Belfast’s walls aren’t just historical — they’re also alive with contemporary creativity. Join a street art walking tour to explore bold murals and intricate pieces that have transformed blank walls into open-air galleries. 

Guides often include stories about the artists and movements that make Belfast’s street art scene so dynamic, adding layers of meaning to every colourful corner. 

Taste Your Way Around Belfast on a Food Walking Tour 

Combine sightseeing with local flavours by joining a food-focused walking tour. These popular experiences take you to independent cafés, traditional markets and artisan producers, sampling everything from Northern Irish cheeses to handcrafted chocolates along the way. 

It’s a brilliant way to explore hidden streets and meet passionate local makers — plus, there’s no better way to discover a city than by tasting it. 

Self-Guided Walking Routes 

Prefer to explore at your own pace? Belfast is wonderfully walkable. Pick up a map from the visitor centre or follow downloadable self-guided trails that lead you through historic districts, riverside paths and bustling shopping streets. 

You can even build your own themed tour — perhaps tracing Game of Thrones filming spots, or hunting down the best contemporary sculptures.