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Highlights of Belfast Shore Excursion
 



This 4 Hour Private Shore Excursion Includes:
  • Pick up from your Hotel or the Port in Belfast
  • Private Vehicle with Licensed English Speaking Guide
  • Included Interior Visits- St. Anne's Cathedral, Botanic Gardens
Please Note: Entrance to St. Anne's Cathedral is free of charge but a small donation is expected.
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Tour Number:
IBELF-01


Group Size (Prices in USD)*:
2 People - $370 Per Person
3 People - $316 Per Person
4 People - $238 Per Person
5 People - $190 Per Person
6 People - $158 Per Person
7 People - $206 Per Person
8 People - $180 Per Person



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

Belfast Shore Excursion

This private Belfast tour is perfect for first time visitors who only have a few hours available. You enjoy a driving tour of the city plus visits to St. Anne's Cathedral and the city's beautiful Botanic Gardens.

After meeting your guide you immediately start with a Belfast city tour where you see sites such as the leaning Albert Memorial Clock Tower (Ireland's answer to the Tower of Pisa) and the Opera House, which is one of Belfast's great landmarks. Also seen are the City Hall with it's Titanic Memorial, The Crown Bar (dates from 1885) and Queens University, which is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city.

Depending on your interest you may see the Harland and Wolfe Shipyard where the Titanic was built and launched in 1912, or possibly you prefer the Shankill and Falls Road which gives you an indication of how life was during Belfast's past times of trouble.

You stop for a visit at St. Anne's Cathedral which was never actually finished, despite the combination of work by eight architects and over 80 years of construction. Work began in 1899, with the original design by Sir Thomas Drew, and it opened for worship in 1904. The heavily ornate west front boasts three portals, dedicated as a memorial in 1927. The church has an interesting mosaic covered Chapel dedicated to St. Patrick. The Cathedral has only one tomb and that is the grave of Edward Carson, the Dublin barrister, who successfully negotiated the North-east of Ireland remaining as part of the United Kingdom.

Next you enjoy a visit to the Botanic Gardens which were once privately owned and date from 1827. The centerpiece is the fine cast-iron and curvilinear glass Palm House that houses palms and other hothouse flora. You also see the Tropical Ravine which was designed by Charles McKimm and features a jungle of tropical plants growing in a sunken glen.

At the end of your tour you are brought back to Belfast's pier.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, our private Belfast tours can also be customized to fit your needs. If you have a larger group, we can offer you a private Belfast tour using a mid-size bus or full size coach. Please contact us with any questions or to receive a customized quote.
Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • Drive into Belfast - 30 Minutes
  • Belfast Driving Tour with Photo Stops - 1 Hour and 45 Minutes
  • Visit St. Anne's Cathedral - 45 Minutes
  • Visit Botanic Gardens - 30 Minutes
  • Return to Pier - 30 Minutes

Average Rating: Average Rating: 5 of 5 5 of 5 Total Reviews: 10 Write a review »

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5 of 5 Review Location- Belfast June 7, 2026
Reviewer: Dannelle M from Mission Viejo, California  
Again, Private Shore Trips did not disappoint. Been using them since 2009. Steven is so great to work with - and his team of tour guides all over Europe have been amazing. This time we used them in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast. David in London, Ricky in Edinburgh, Ricky and Graeme in Glasgow and Paul in Belfast. All were personable, friendly, very knowledgeable, and flexible.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Belfast May 7, 2026
Reviewer: Jeff S from Sanlando Travel, Inc  
Everything was great during the tour. I would like to thank you for the guides who took my family group around during their holiday trip. Thank you very much for all your help.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Belfast May 3, 2026
Reviewer: Roger F from Indian Trail, NC  
Our tour guide Maria in Belfast and Ronni in Cork were waiting for us at the dock and we quickly boarded the vans and started our wonderful tours in ireland. Our guides were very knowledgeable and flexible allowing us to stop and take photos at highlighted points of interest. Although we could have seen more of the country our group decided that a great lunch was in order so Maria called and made us a reservation at a wonderful restaurant in belfast. There we enjoyed a excellent meal and shopping.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Belfast September 7, 2025
Reviewer: Ed J from Ed J. Ventura CA  
Just returned from London yesterday. Just wanted to let you know that all went well and the guides were outstanding. Had a fabulous time and looking forward to working with you again. The guides were very professional and on time. One was 30 minutes late, but we forgave him... He turned out to be a very good guide. I think it was in Belfast. Leaving for Honolulu for the month of August Wed, so have a lot to do before that date. Thanks again.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Belfast July 20, 2025
Reviewer: Gilda S from Jonesborough TN  
We had a wonderful tour in Ireland. Our guides Mary and  Phillip were both very knowledgeable and accommodating. We were always dropped off very close to the venue we wanted to see. Everything ran very smoothly and we were able to see everything we had requested and more. We will be certain to recommend your company in the future to any friends going to Ireland and hope someday to make a return trip. Thank you again for such a pleasurable experience.

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