Why Belfast
A small city with a big story
Belfast built the Titanic, and it hasn't stopped telling that story since — the old Harland & Wolff shipyard is now the Titanic Quarter, home to the world-renowned Titanic Experience and the last surviving White Star ship, SS Nomadic. Walk a little further and the mood shifts entirely: the cobbled lanes of the Cathedral Quarter are full of street art, snug pubs, and Belfast's striking City Hall.
Look closer and you'll find a more complicated history too. Along Falls Road and Shankill Road, the Peace Wall and its murals tell the story of the Troubles first-hand — many visitors say it's the most memorable part of their day. Round things off with a browse through Victoria Square or a pint in the Victorian splendour of the Crown Liquor Saloon.
- Titanic Quarter
- Cathedral Quarter
- Peace Wall & murals
- Belfast City Hall
- St George's Market
Good to know
- Travel from Dublin: No passport needed
- Journey time: ~2 hours each way
- Trip length: 12–13 hours, door to door
- Runs: 7 days a week
- On board: Free WiFi, USB charging
Two ways to see Belfast
Wild Rover Tours offer two day trips to Belfast from Dublin. Both day trips leave from Dublin city centre, take in the Antrim Coastal Route and Dunluce Castle, and get you home the same evening. The difference is how you spend your time in Belfast — choose whichever suits you best.
Belfast City Sights & Walking Tour
Best value: Guided walking tour of Belfast, plus the Giant's Causeway From €60
- Dunluce Castle stop, entry included
- 2.5 hours to explore the Giant's Causeway
- 70-minute guided walking tour of Belfast city
- Free time to explore Belfast on your own
Best for first-time visitors who want a broad taste of Belfast's streets alongside the coast, at the most budget-friendly price.
Giant's Causeway, Belfast City & Dunluce Castle
Choose your Belfast: Choice of Titanic Experience or Black Taxi political tour From €80
- Titanic Experience or Black Taxi Political Tour, your pick
- Dunluce Castle stop, entry included
- 2 hours 15 minutes to explore the Giant's Causeway
- Antrim Coastal Route scenic drive
Best for anyone who wants to go deeper into one side of Belfast's story — the Titanic's engineering, or the city's political history.
A full day, well spent
Both tours run 7 days a week and follow roughly the same route north from Dublin — only the time in Belfast changes shape.
Why choose Wild Rover Tours
- A separate driver and guide on every tour, so your guide's full attention is on the stories.
- Guaranteed time at Belfast and the Giant's Causeway — never cut short for other stops.
- Comfort breaks built into the schedule, and free WiFi on board.
- Free cancellation and Wild Rover's best price guarantee on every booking.
A few common questions
Do I need a passport to visit Belfast?
No. Ireland is an open, free-travel zone under the Good Friday Agreement, so there are no border or passport checks between Dublin and Belfast.
What's the real difference between the two tours?
Belfast City Sights & Walking Tour gives you a guided walking tour of Belfast plus free time to explore on your own, at the lower price.
Giant's Causeway, Belfast City & Dunluce Castle trades that free time for a longer, more focused 2-hour-plus session in Belfast, where you choose between the Titanic Experience and a Black Taxi political tour. This tour has been awarded TripAdvisor's #2 tour for cultural experience in the world.
Is either tour suitable for young children?
Both tours involve a long day of travel and walking, and neither is suitable for children under 3. Check each tour page for full details before booking.
