1798-A Belfast Rebellion Walking Tour
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- Go back in time over two hundred years to imagine Belfast in Georgian times and discover hidden remnants.
- See the Linen Hall Library, where leading United Irishman Thomas Russell was arrested in 1796.
- Visit St Mary’s Church, Belfast’s first Roman Catholic Church, which opened in May 1784.
- See Rosemary Street, where the family home of the McCracken family once stood.
- View the Exchange and Assembly Rooms, where Henry Joy McCracken was court martialed.
- Visit the site on High Street where McCracken was hung on the same day he was found guilty.
- The Georgian architecture and history of Belfast is not so well known, but there’s a wealth of hidden gems to be discovered, along with the story of the United Irishmen and the doomed rebellion of 1798. Come with us and find out more about this fascinating period in Belfast’s history.
Belfast walking tour explores 1798 rebellion and city history
Explore the rich history of Belfast on a guided walking journey that reveals the story of the 1798 Rebellion and the rise of the United Irishmen. The tour begins at Belfast City Hall and takes visitors into the heart of the city’s historic landscape.
Participants move through Georgian streets and significant landmarks while learning how trade, culture, and political ideas shaped Belfast’s identity. The experience highlights the social changes that influenced everyday life in the late eighteenth century.
Along the route, guests walk through important historical sites connected to rebellion, reform, and resilience. Stories of key figures and defining events in Irish history are shared throughout the journey.
With the use of audio headsets, visitors can clearly follow the guide while exploring the city. The experience blends history, architecture, and storytelling, offering a deeper and more engaging understanding of Belfast’s past.
Belfast walking tour explores 1798 rebellion and city history
Explore the rich history of Belfast on a guided walking journey that reveals the story of the 1798 Rebellion and the rise of the United Irishmen. The tour begins at Belfast City Hall and takes visitors into the heart of the city’s historic landscape.
Participants move through Georgian streets and significant landmarks while learning how trade, culture, and political ideas shaped Belfast’s identity. The experience highlights the social changes that influenced everyday life in the late eighteenth century.
Along the route, guests walk through important historical sites connected to rebellion, reform, and resilience. Stories of key figures and defining events in Irish history are shared throughout the journey.
With the use of audio headsets, visitors can clearly follow the guide while exploring the city. The experience blends history, architecture, and storytelling, offering a deeper and more engaging understanding of Belfast’s past.
- Guided walking tour
- Audio headset system
- Gratuities
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