1798 Belfast Rebellion Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore historic sites of the 1798 Rebellion
- Learn about Belfast's rich history
- Visit key landmarks associated with the rebellion
- Engage with expert guides
- Immerse in Belfast's cultural heritage
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Belfast's 1798 Rebellion sites
- Expert commentary on historical events
- Visit to key landmarks associated with the rebellion
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Our guide will begin the tour with an introduction to the history leading up to the United Irishmen Rebellion of 1798.
Discover the history of the library and it's most infamous librarian, the United Irishman, Thomas Russell.
Hear how the penal laws impacted on Ireland's Catholics, and how the chapel was established in the late eighteenth century.
A secret meeting place for the United Irishmen as they plotted their rebellion, and an amazing, historic pub.
Hear how the Presbyterians became wealthy merchants in Belfast, and the most famous members of this church.
Hear about the most important meetings to take place in the Assembly Rooms, from the court martial of Henry Joy McCracken to the failed proposal for a Belfast slaveship company.
The first church in Belfast stood on this site, which is also the location from where Belfast gets it's name.
Discover the influence of the Joy family on Belfast, and how these historic Entries in the oldest part of the city have now become an outdoor art gallery.
Finish your tour at the statue of Mary Ann McCracken, an abolitionist, educator, and United Irishwoman.
Meeting point
Start Location
Belfast City Hall, Donegall Square North, Belfast, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; proficiency in the language is recommended.
- The walking tour covers approximately 2.5 hours; plan accordingly.
- Check the availability of the tour on your preferred date before booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Dress appropriately for the weather conditions on the day of the tour.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the walk.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
You will not be disappointed
Appalling but necessary to know what happened in Northern Ireland in late history. If interested, take this great tour
Informative and interesting
When in northern Ireland, you should not ignore the history of this places. So if you want to get very good information, this tour is for you
Insightful introduction to a complex period in Irish history, led by a wonderful and knowledgeable guide
Fantastic overview of the political situation in 18th-century Ireland and Belfast particularly. Colin provided an insightful background context surrounding the penal laws and other circumstances which brought about the formation of the Society of United Irishmen in Belfast in 1791. Colin's expertise on the subject was evident, yet what he shared was digestible, captivating and done so with a gentle and warm approach, while always encouraging questions. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone with even a passing interest in 18th-century Irish history!
Absolutely brilliant tour
Had a brilliant tour with Mylie as our tour guide her knowledge and story telling were second to none a must do tour if you are in Belfast
The definitive tour of the 1798 rebellion in Belfast
I would like to thank Colin for such an engaging and well researched tour. I thought I knew quite a lot about the 1798 rebellion but I was wrong. Colin's depth of knowledge is phemonenal and it was fascinating to see the actual sites where so many important events took place. Thanks also to Colin for the handout he has produced which I will use to find out even more about such an important period in our history.