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Like many large cities Belfast has a hop on - hop off sightseeing bus service to provide visitors with an introduction to the City. Tours start at 10am and run every 30-60 minutes depending on when the bus fills up. If you stay on, the whole tour will last about 90 minutes and there is a live commentary throughout. The tour takes in the Albert Memorial Clock then the Titanic Quarter past the famous Harland and Wolff cranes Samson and Goliath. Provided you are on a tour prior to 2.00pm the bus will then head off to the Stormont Estate to see the Parliament Building. Then back to the centre for a look around the Cathedral Quarter before heading out to view the murals and learn about the political history of the areas around the Shankill Road and the Falls Road. Return to the centre is via the University and the Botanic Gardens. Price£12 per adult £10 concessions (May 08) and joint tickets with the Lagan Boat tours are available. Phone: 028 9045 9035Directions: Tours start at Castle Place at the bottom of the High Street close to the Belfast Welcome Centre.Website: www.belfastcitysightseeing.com Other Contact: Flyers available in many places
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All the people I see on the open top buses seem to be having a jolly old time.
I always give them a wave - who knows I could be waving to you soon!
This is what the organisers say about it...
We operate on a daily basis from Castle Place, right in the heart of Belfast City Centre. (Opposite McDonalds Restaurant).
Offering visitors the best way to see Belfast, our open top buses provide you with the best view of the city.
Don’t worry if it’s raining, we have covered buses for that eventuality!
We operate seven tours per day during low season and eleven tours per day during high season. Departing daily from 9.30am during the High Season (May-Sept) and 10am all year round, visitors can avail of our frequent departures and use our Hop-on, Hop-off service to get full value from your ticket, which is valid all day on date of purchase.
Our tours cover:
Belfast City Centre
Titanic Quarter
Cathedral Quarter
Political Districts (Wall Murals/Shankill Road/Falls Road)
University District
Nightlife Areas (Pubs/Clubs/Restaurants)
Each of our tours features a live commentary supplied by a lively and educated local guide, and is always good craic!
Schedule:
Sept-May:
10.00am – 11.00am – 12pm – 1pm – 2.30pm – 4pm - TOUR EVERY 45 MINS
May – September:
9.30am – TOUR EVERY 30 MINS – 4.30pm
Our bright red buses are available for private hire so if you have a big group, don’t hesitate to contact us on 028 9062 6888 to arrange a group discount or private booking.
We also offer special tours to Stormont Parliament Buildings and seasonal tours such as our Halloween Ghost Tour and Festive World famous Santa Bus during December. Check out www.belfastcitysightseeing.com for further details.
We look forward to seeing you soon! Leave a Comment
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www.belfastbustours.com will let you experince this amazing city Belfast.We did notice that the www.belfastblacktaxitours.com did have excess to the back streets were all the hidden treasures our. Address: all over BelfastPhone: +44 (07872984715)Directions: Based in Belfast city centre book on line,picked up from all local hotels,b&b's and hostelsWebsite: www.belfastsightseeingtours.com Other Contact: www.belfastcitysightseeingtour.c
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 by PappaGiorgioLeave a Comment Directions: Downtown outside Virgin building.
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I was on the open top bus tour a few years ago and it seemed like there was a bit of a struggle to find enough to look at. Now the price has risen but the tour is longer and the morning tours include Stormont, which is outside the city centre so going on the tour is a great way to get there. The commentary is live so you don't have to worry about a muffled recording or wearing headphones. Don't believe everything the guide tells you - a lot of it is tongue-in-cheek!
I know you get a better view from upstairs but do bear in mind it could also be very wet! And give me a wave as you go by my office. :) Leave a Comment
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The Bus tour is £10.00 for the day and you can hope on and off. We started in the centre of Belfast although you can get on the Bus out side the Jurys. We had to sit down stairs as it was raining which was a shame but it didnt stop us enjoying ourselves.
Here is one of the murals on Shankill Road Leave a Comment Address: Falls & Shankill Rds.Directions: Get on the tour buss and ask them to let you off on Shankill Road.
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 Hop On Hop Off Bus - Albert
Memorial Clock by suvanki, 4 more photos
After purchasing my ticket for 10 Euros, I still had time to kill (40 minutes), so I headed off down a nearby street and came across some shops including Liberty Blue (see my shopping tips.
I headed back to the bus in plenty of time (my ticket had included a free drink of coffee and a scone at the nearby BHS department store, which I didn't use) The rain was holding off, so I took a seat at the back of the bus (the front was covered in, but not so good for taking photos)
I've used these Hop On Hop Off Buses quite a few times before, and have enjoyed the chance to find out some of the cities history, a bit about its customs etc, get my bearings, then use it to get around the city. (Yes it's touristy, but what the heck!) This was the first time that I'd heard a Live commentary though (Usually you are provided with headphones to plug in to hear a recorded commentary in a choice of 6 languages). Our guide was quite informative, with a gentle sense of humour - to be honest, I have 'a thing' about an Irish accent, so even if he'd just quoted facts and figures I'd have been happy. Be aware that the commentary is in English only
We eventually set off... Leaving Castle Place, we headed out along High Street, passing St Georges Church, TGWU building and The Albert Memorial Clock Leave a Comment Directions: Downtown outside Virgin building.
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