Long Kesh Inside Out – Explore a Unique Chapter of Belfast’s History
Our Long Kesh Belfast tour combo brings together two unique sightseeing experiences in one great-value ticket. Visit Long Kesh Inside Out on Belfast’s Shankill Road, then explore the city’s major landmarks and attractions aboard the Belfast City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off tour.
Located on Belfast’s famous Shankill Road, Long Kesh Inside Out is an interactive and immersive exhibition offering visitors an insight into the experiences of Loyalist political prisoners held at Long Kesh during the 1970s.
The exhibition explores life inside the prison’s Nissen huts, using stories, experiences and historical material to provide a perspective on an important and complex period in Northern Ireland’s history. It also looks beyond the prison years, exploring the lives and community contributions of former prisoners following their release.
For visitors interested in Belfast’s history, the Troubles, political history and the communities that shaped Northern Ireland, Long Kesh Inside Out provides an opportunity to learn about this period through the experiences and perspectives of those directly connected to it.
Visit Long Kesh Inside Out with Belfast CitySightseeing
Long Kesh Inside Out is conveniently located on the Shankill Road and is accessible from Stop 17 on the Belfast CitySightseeing tour. Hop off at Stop 17 and take the opportunity to explore this unique exhibition as part of your Belfast sightseeing experience.
If you’re looking to experience a different side of Belfast beyond the city’s best-known landmarks, Long Kesh Inside Out offers a fascinating insight into the people, experiences and history behind one of Northern Ireland’s most significant periods.
Hop off at Stop 17 and discover Long Kesh Inside Out.
Long Kesh Inside Out tour highlights
- Visitor Exhibition Centre
- Interactive and immersive exhibition
- Explore the journey from conflict to peace
- Stories and recollections connected to the Shankill community
- Insight into life associated with Long Kesh
- Convenient access from the Belfast City Sightseeing route
Belfast City Sightseeing tour highlights
- 1 Day Open-top bus tour
- 19 Hop-on Hop-off Bus Stops
- Over 50 places of interest
- Discount vouchers for attractions
- Live tour guide
- Multilingual commentary
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What You’ll See At Long Kesh Inside Out
- Visitor Exhibition Centre
- A journey through conflict to peace
- Interactive and immersive
- Recollections from the local people from the Shankill who lived this iconic history
What You’ll See on the Belfast City Sightseeing Tour
Stop 1: Donegall Square West
Departure Point, Belfast City Hall (Open in Google Maps)Stop 2: SSE Arena
Odyssey Pavilion, W5 Interactive Discovery Centre, Odyssey Cinemas, Ten Pin BowlingStop 3: Titanic Quarter
Premier Inn, Titanic Quarter, The Dock Café, PRONIStop 4: HMS Caroline
HMS Caroline Tours, Titanic Dock, Green Light and Maritime MileStop 5: Titanic Belfast
Titanic Visitor Experience, SS Nomadic and Robins Hobby CafeStop 6: St. George’s Market
Market Days: Friday, Saturday and SundayStop 7: Great Victoria Street
The Tour Shop (Open in Google Maps) Tourist Information, Crown Bar, Europa Hotel, Grand Central Station, Halt, Grand Opera House, Holiday Inn Hotel, Hampton by Hilton HotelStop 8: Dublin Road
Golden Mile, Etap HotelStop 9: Shaftsbury Square
Lavery's Bar, Benedicts Hotel, Crescent Arts CentreStop 10: Queens University
Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, Tropical Ravine (Tours)Stop 11: Eglantine Avenue
Windsor Park International Stadium, Malone Lodge Hotel, Lisburn Road ShoppingStop 12: Culturlann McAdam O'Fiaich
Art Gallery, Bookshop and Gifts (Café & Tourist Information, James Connolly Memorial StatueStop 13: Falls Road
Falls Memorial Garden, Bobby Sands MuralStop 14: International Wall Murals
Peace wall, St Peter's CathedralStop 15: Belfast Peace Wall
Hop off to leave your markStop 16: The Spectrum Centre
Spectrum Tourist Information Centre, Shankill Road Wall MuralsStop 17: Shankill Memorial Garden
WWII Murals, Queen Elizabeth MuralStop 18: Crumlin Road
Crumlin Road Gaol & McConnells Whiskey DistilleryStop 19: Clifton Street
Clifton Street Poor House (Tours), St Patricks Church, St Anne's Cathedral (Tours), Cathedral Quarter
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Can I use the Hop on Hop off tour on a different day than the Long Kesh Inside Out tour?
Yes. Your combo ticket allows flexibility, so you can take the city sightseeing tour on any day during your stay in Belfast. -
How much do I save with the combo ticket?
This combo tour is always priced lower than purchasing both tours separately. Exact savings can vary depending on seasonal promotions on individual tours, the combo guarantees better value when booked together. -
Is this tour suitable for cruise ship passengers?
Yes. -
How long does the full experience take?
The Long Kesh Inside Out tour is self guided and can last around 45 minutes but you can go at your own pace. The Belfast City Sightseeing ticket is valid for one full day, with a complete loop taking around 90 minutes if you remain on board without getting off. -
Are there toilets on the bus?
Our Belfast City Sightseeing buses do not have toilets, but both tours make regular stops where toilets are available free of charge. -
Is there a live tour guide on the bus?
Yes. Our tours include a live guide who shares stories, history and local insights along the way. -
Is the bus wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Our buses are wheelchair accessible. If you have specific mobility requirements, we recommend contacting us in advance. -
What happens if the weather is bad?
The tour operates in most weather conditions. -
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, but supervision is required. Children under 3 travel free and can sit on their parents lap.
Belfast City Sightseeing tour
You may hop on or off at any of our 19 designated bus stops throughout Belfast city centre.
This combo tour includes both a Belfast city tour and Long Kesh Inside Out Tour. Guests may spend extended time outdoors if they wish to Hop Off at any of our 19 locations.
Please dress appropriately for the season, keeping in mind that Belfast weather can be cool.
Long Kesh Inside Out tour
Belfast City Sightseeing tour
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Tour highlights
Long Kesh Inside Out
- Visitor Exhibition Centre
- Interactive and immersive exhibition
- Explore the journey from conflict
to peace - Stories and recollections connected to
the Shankill community - Insight into life associated with
Long Kesh - Convenient access from the Belfast
City Sightseeing route
Belfast City Sightseeing tour
- 1 Day Open-top bus tour
- 19 Hop-on Hop-off Bus Stops
- Over 50 places of interest
- Discount vouchers for attractions
- Live tour guide
- Multilingual commentary
Need help?
- Call in and book directly at The Tour Shop, 10 Great Victoria St, Belfast.
- Phone +44 (0)28 90 321321 and speak to one of our reservations team.
- Email your request to info@citysightseeingbelfast.com
