Private Titanic Trail Walking Tour in Belfast with a Local Guide
Overview
Highly qualified tour guides offer superb commentary and local stories.
All guides are Belfast natives and can answer all your queries about the city.
Some guides have family members who worked in Belfast shipbuilders and will share personal stories.
This tour is limited to one group or family booking so it will be exclusive to you and your group.
All guides are Belfast natives and can answer all your queries about the city.
Some guides have family members who worked in Belfast shipbuilders and will share personal stories.
This tour is limited to one group or family booking so it will be exclusive to you and your group.
Inclusions
- Audio receivers and headsets are provided to facilitate Social Distancing.
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Titanic Memorial Garden, Belfast City Hall Donegall Square, Belfast BT1 5GS Northern Ireland
We start our tour with a visit to the Titanic Memorial Garden in the grounds of the City Hall where you’ll hear how Belfast became the Ship Building capital of the world during the Industrial Revolution. See the names of all those who perished in the disaster and hear how the amazing story of the men who built the ship.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Big Fish, Donegall Quay, Belfast BT1 3NG Northern Ireland
Walk along the Lagan to the “Big Fish” where you’ll hear about the legendary giant Finn McCool and you’ll also see the Custom House and the Albert Clock, Belfast’s own “leaning Tower”.
We walk over the Lagan Weir Footbridge as we head over to the Titanic Quarter. Along the way you’ll hear about the Ship Building history of the city which dates back over 300 years.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: SS Nomadic, Hamilton Dock Queens Road Hamilton Dock, Belfast BT3 9DT Northern Ireland
We come to Belfast’s Marina and take in a magnificent view of the Titanic Quarter including the SSE Arena, the SS Nomadic and the Titanic Visitor Centre. There will be time to grab a coffee at this stop.
Here you’ll also be introduced to the SS Nomadic, the world’s last remaining White Star vessel which was built in Belfast and was used to transfer First Class passengers out to the Titanic in the port of Cherbourg for her maiden voyage. The tour will not go on board the Nomadic but guests may want to tour the ship after the walking tour is finished.
Stop At: Slipways, Titanic, Museum, 1 Olympic Wy, Belfast BT3 9EP, UK
We walk to the Titanic Visitor Centre which contains the biggest Titanic exhibition in the world (the tour does not include a visit to the exhibition. Can be booked online). You’ll walk on the slipways where the Titanic and her sister ship the Olympic were built side by side and discover many local stories about the ships construction.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Great Light, Titanic Walkway, Queen's Road, Belfast BT3 9DT Northern Ireland
Our next stop is the Great Light, one of the largest optics of its kind ever built in the world, weighing 10 tonnes and measuring 7 metres tall, the optic is a unique maritime heritage object with significance to Belfast’s economic, maritime and industrial past.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: HMS Caroline, Queens Rd Alexandra Dock, Belfast BT3 9DT Northern Ireland
We stop at HMS Caroline, a war ship and unique survivor of The Battle of Jutland in World War One. This floating museum may be one of the many attractions you want to investigate after the walking tour ends. Admission price not included.
Stop At: Thompson Dry Dock, Belfast BT3 9DU, UK
We finish our tour at the Titanic Dock and Pump House. The Thompson dry dock was the largest in the world and built specifically for the Titanic. Here you can grab a snack in the Pump House before deciding if you want to enter the Dry Dock and feel it’s size and imagine what it was like to work here fitting out the Titanic.
Duration: 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Titanic Memorial Garden, Belfast City Hall Donegall Square, Belfast BT1 5GS Northern Ireland
We start our tour with a visit to the Titanic Memorial Garden in the grounds of the City Hall where you’ll hear how Belfast became the Ship Building capital of the world during the Industrial Revolution. See the names of all those who perished in the disaster and hear how the amazing story of the men who built the ship.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Big Fish, Donegall Quay, Belfast BT1 3NG Northern Ireland
Walk along the Lagan to the “Big Fish” where you’ll hear about the legendary giant Finn McCool and you’ll also see the Custom House and the Albert Clock, Belfast’s own “leaning Tower”.
We walk over the Lagan Weir Footbridge as we head over to the Titanic Quarter. Along the way you’ll hear about the Ship Building history of the city which dates back over 300 years.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: SS Nomadic, Hamilton Dock Queens Road Hamilton Dock, Belfast BT3 9DT Northern Ireland
We come to Belfast’s Marina and take in a magnificent view of the Titanic Quarter including the SSE Arena, the SS Nomadic and the Titanic Visitor Centre. There will be time to grab a coffee at this stop.
Here you’ll also be introduced to the SS Nomadic, the world’s last remaining White Star vessel which was built in Belfast and was used to transfer First Class passengers out to the Titanic in the port of Cherbourg for her maiden voyage. The tour will not go on board the Nomadic but guests may want to tour the ship after the walking tour is finished.
Stop At: Slipways, Titanic, Museum, 1 Olympic Wy, Belfast BT3 9EP, UK
We walk to the Titanic Visitor Centre which contains the biggest Titanic exhibition in the world (the tour does not include a visit to the exhibition. Can be booked online). You’ll walk on the slipways where the Titanic and her sister ship the Olympic were built side by side and discover many local stories about the ships construction.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Great Light, Titanic Walkway, Queen's Road, Belfast BT3 9DT Northern Ireland
Our next stop is the Great Light, one of the largest optics of its kind ever built in the world, weighing 10 tonnes and measuring 7 metres tall, the optic is a unique maritime heritage object with significance to Belfast’s economic, maritime and industrial past.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: HMS Caroline, Queens Rd Alexandra Dock, Belfast BT3 9DT Northern Ireland
We stop at HMS Caroline, a war ship and unique survivor of The Battle of Jutland in World War One. This floating museum may be one of the many attractions you want to investigate after the walking tour ends. Admission price not included.
Stop At: Thompson Dry Dock, Belfast BT3 9DU, UK
We finish our tour at the Titanic Dock and Pump House. The Thompson dry dock was the largest in the world and built specifically for the Titanic. Here you can grab a snack in the Pump House before deciding if you want to enter the Dry Dock and feel it’s size and imagine what it was like to work here fitting out the Titanic.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Mary P
August 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this 2.5 hr walking tour. We met Aidan at the City Hall and before leaving each participant was provided with an audio receiver and headset. The technology worked perfectly and facilitated social distancing throughout the tour. It was obvious that Aidan had a ...
I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this 2.5 hr walking tour. We met Aidan at the City Hall and before leaving each participant was provided with an audio receiver and headset. The technology worked perfectly and facilitated social distancing throughout the tour. It was obvious that Aidan had a thorough knowledge of the history surrounding the building and fate of the Titanic. His commentary was interesting and perfectly paced. The stop for a bathroom break and coffee was perfectly timed! This is a tour that will be of interest to both locals and tourists to Belfast. Thanks Aidan.utw00
August 2021
An excellent overview of Belfast’s shipbuilding past with detailed information on the building of the Titanic. Brilliant to visit the slipways and dry docks and see parts of the city I’d never visited before. Recommended for locals (you will learn things about your city you never knew), and for t...
An excellent overview of Belfast’s shipbuilding past with detailed information on the building of the Titanic. Brilliant to visit the slipways and dry docks and see parts of the city I’d never visited before. Recommended for locals (you will learn things about your city you never knew), and for tourists. Aidan is an excellent guide providing factual information interspersed with personal stories - his father and grandfather both worked in Harland and Wolfe.Charles W
June 2021
Absolutely fabulous day out with Aidan on the Titanic trail walking tour. Aidan's knowledge of the Titanic was first class, delivered in a very relaxed and comfortable manner. The pace of the tour was just right and everyone was made very welcome.
Absolutely fabulous day out with Aidan on the Titanic trail walking tour. Aidan's knowledge of the Titanic was first class, delivered in a very relaxed and comfortable manner. The pace of the tour was just right and everyone was made very welcome.Mark G
August 2021
I would highly recommend the Titanic Trail walking tour. I joined the tour with some relatives who where visiting Belfast and wanted to get a sense of the city. As a Belfast native I thought I knew the city’s story. But our excellent guide Aidan brought to life the many detailed aspects of the ci...
I would highly recommend the Titanic Trail walking tour. I joined the tour with some relatives who where visiting Belfast and wanted to get a sense of the city. As a Belfast native I thought I knew the city’s story. But our excellent guide Aidan brought to life the many detailed aspects of the city’s industrial past, its main players and the legacy that was left on the city. We found the tour really interesting and learnt many new things about the city I live in. Aidan did a great job at carefully explaining the city’s past as he guided us from City Hall across the River Lagan and out towards Harland & Wolff shipyards. Aidan’s insights and knowledge made for a very enjoyable tour and definitely one to put on your Belfast bucket list! As a group we thoroughly enjoyed the Titanic Trail walking tour, it was the perfect way for my relatives to see Belfast all whilst learning about its unique past. Special thanks to our guide Aidan, he was super helpful, knowledgeable and great craic!carolsS5834EN
July 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed our leisurely afternoon walk with our tour guide Aidan on THE TITANIC TRAIL WALK. Interesting information shared along the way from the starting point at the BELFAST CITY HALL, which included the TITANIC MEMORIAL GARDEN, down Chichester Street pass the LAW COURTS, over to t...
Thoroughly enjoyed our leisurely afternoon walk with our tour guide Aidan on THE TITANIC TRAIL WALK. Interesting information shared along the way from the starting point at the BELFAST CITY HALL, which included the TITANIC MEMORIAL GARDEN, down Chichester Street pass the LAW COURTS, over to the Laganside, crossing over the LAGAN WEIR FOOTBRIDGE passing the SSE ARENA, round by the ABERCORN BASIN & MARINA which had fantastic display of yachts. Had a welcome coffee stop at this point with WC facilities available also. Continued the walk down towards the TITANIC BELFAST CENTRE, pass the HMS CAROLINE at ALEXANDRA DOCK & finally finishing off at the TITANIC'S DOCK & PUMPHOUSE. This fantastic day was finished off by a trip back to BELFAST CITY on the TRANSLINK GLIDER. Our group then headed for a meal out to the 2 Taps Restaurant. An end to a wonderful day. Thank you Aidan for reminding us what a wonderful CITY we have & to be so proud of it! CAROL S.MrsDuster
June 2021
I am glad I took the time to book this tour. It was wonderful. I’ve been on a number of walking tours in various countries and have to say this one was ‘right up there’. Whilst on the tour, out guide Aidan was always conscious of the different mobility levels of the group and had the walking pace...
I am glad I took the time to book this tour. It was wonderful. I’ve been on a number of walking tours in various countries and have to say this one was ‘right up there’. Whilst on the tour, out guide Aidan was always conscious of the different mobility levels of the group and had the walking pace exactly right. A background of the ship and the voyage she took from design to sailing and the tragic ending was explained in ways I could comprehend. Some of the facts relating to the ship were astounding and not something that is widely available without extensive research. Aidan is an encyclopaedia on legs. Not only in relation to the tour we were on but also our surroundings. As you would expect in a bustling city, there was an element of background noise, but that wasn’t an issue, as we were all issued with headsets and were able to hear the commentary without any problems. COVID concerns were not an issue, as the equipment was sanitised whilst we were there. Now that I have had this experience I have no hesitation in encouraging our friends and family to book with Aidan. He is a great gentleman. Hope to see you again for one of your other tours XX