Belfast Eclectic Walking City Center Experience, The Marti Way
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Informative, helpful and professional guide.
- Original Unique Experience
- Eclectic Historical tour of Belfast city center
- Gratuities
Itinerary
After meeting at City Hall this walking tour will be an introduction to what else to see and do while in Belfast some of which is free when opened. You'll hear of great places to wine and dine in the cities best gastro bars and resturants and hearing a description of where Belfast came from and get a background of how the period known as the troubles are a part of the birth of Belfast. You'll hear of its past history, its present innovation and future redevelopment . And then we set off to discover some of the places and people you've just learnt about in the introduction to the tour. Passing the Titanic Memoral Garden as we strowl into the Linen quarter to reach our next stop.
It's hear you'll hear of the development of the Memorial garden to the Ill-fated HMS Titanic.
And having discovered how the linen industry developed the town of Belfast. We'll discover some of the Belfast buildings (like this remarkable church) along the way that make the city such a beautiful and unique space. As we enter the Markets area.
Pass St. Georges market hearing of its history. Passby the courts area hearing how the markets area has developed
Well passby this iconic sculpture as we strowl on towards the Entries
We'll enter the little narrow streets, where Belfast was Born. And hear of the rebellious locals like The United Irishmen, and view lots of Street Art that tells the history from it's birth. And where now locals and visitors mingle in their many Gastro Bars, and Resturants.
Leaving the River Lagan behind us now. We reach Vicotria Sq, to hear of its past present and future. And pass by towards the Spirit of Belfast.
As we reach the Beacon of Hope Sculpture. Hear of its meaning and discover whats further down the lagan river like the Big Fish and Gateway to the Titanic Quarter.
Pass by: Now known as the International Conference Centre Belfast (ICC Belfast) we see and hear of the development of this area.
As we pass the Big Fish, you'll hear of it's history written on its scales.. And strowl on towards the Cathedral Quarter. Viewing the Titanic quarter. Just a 15 minute walk on the other side of the river.
And it's in the Cathedral Quarter we'll view more of the International and Local Street Art. Hear of how Belfast and it's people are coming together in Peace and Reconciliation
As we walk around the Cathedral you'll hear of it's construction and hear of development now happening in this area.
And it's here we will finish your introduction to Belfast in St. Annes Square. A Square discribed as the Belfast answer to a European Plaza with its many Restaurants and Apartments above.
Meeting point
Start Location
City Hall, Belfast, UK
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler reviews
Fantastic walking tour with the Marti Way
A first visit to Belfast with my partner I was fortunate to find myself on an in depth walking tour with the Marti Way. What an experience. A font of historical knowledge, Marti tailored our tour to give a true sense of Belfast, past, present and future. Keeping his tour party small it felt like a stroll around the city with a mate. Marti delivered it in an honest but ultimately positive manner. Thanks again Marti and I’m sure our paths will cross again on our next visit.
A new friend.
What can I say about this lovely man. His knowledge of his city is second to none. This is not your average tour , so much more and personalised to what you want to do . We spent 4 hours with marti, and felt like we were with a friend. We shared beer and chat along the way and learned and saw so much of this beautiful city that marti is filled with hope for . Would definitely recommend. Thanks marti. See you next time.
Excellent tour tailored to our interests. I recommend for all!
Yet another great experience. This is the second time that I took the tour with Marti. Last time was with my family and this time was to introduce a friend to the city. Marti tailored the trip, going out of his way to focus on areas important to us. As a Belfast native, living abroad for my adult life, I am delighted to see the progression of my home city. I am sure this is not the last time that I will be on the Marti Way! I recommend for all.
The Marti Way
***An Unforgettable way to understand Belfast*** The Belfastology Eclectic Walking Tour was hands-down one of the highlights of my time in Belfast. It's not just a walking tour - it's storytelling, history, humour and local insight all woven together brilliantly. Marti our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and refreshingly honest, bringing Belfast's complex past and vibrant present to life with warmth and wit. We covered politics, culture, music, and street art. The tour helped us understand the history, fascinating local anecdotes you'd never find in a guidebook. We had many laugh-out-loud moments. Marti always ensured everyone was enjoying themselves and answered questions. The tour felt authentic, respectful, and he was deeply rooted in the city. If you want to actually understand Belfast - not just see it - this tour is an absolute must. I'd recommend it to anyone, whether it's your first visit or you think you already know the city. Thank you Marti we thoroughly enjoyed your tour.
A Different View on Belfast
If you are looking to discover a different view on Belfast other than The Troubles history then this is for you. Marti was a great in weaving us through the city for 3 hours and providing history bits that linked Belfast to its past, what is going on now and how its sees it future. We are started at City Hall and finished in the Cathedral Quarter where the arts scene is alive and well. Thanks Marti!