Hometown Tours Belfast

17/06/2024

14/06/2024

‘Join the Cargo Bike Revolution’

Come join us on
📆 Sunday the 16th of June
⏰ 11am to 2pm
📍 2 ROYAL AVENUE

Our drop-in event aims to showcase a range of cargo bikes, utilised by their Belfast owners, to reduce car-dependency whilst still being able to transport their family and do the ‘big’ shop.

Come and speak to owners, try bikes out and hear why they joined the Cargo Bike Revolution and why you should too! 🚲

Department for Infrastructure Sustrans in Northern Ireland Cycul Cycling UK Northern Ireland Forward South Partnership Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Public Health Agency Green Party in Northern Ireland EastSide Partnership Urban Market Cargo Bike Belfast Queen's University Belfast People's Kitchen Belfast Linen Quarter Belfast Harbour Belfast City Council

14/06/2024

Lovely trip on the Lagan Navigation Towpath with great bunch from Queen's University. A great ride surrounded by beautiful wildlife in the Regional Park. learning about the history of the Lagan as a transport route with a lovely wee tour of the Lockeepers Cottage with the Lagan Valley Regional Park volunteer. Had a week picnic too .Nathan from QUB doing great work promoting active travel.

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Green at Queen's Andrew Cyclinguk Sustrans in Northern Ireland

13/06/2024

The Lanyon Building at Queen's University is a cornerstone of academic excellence and an architectural triumph in Belfast's University Area. 🏛️



Queen's University Belfast Visit Belfast Discover Northern Ireland

10/06/2024

Follow the peaceful Lagan Towpath as it winds along the river, offering serene views and a tranquil escape from the city hustle.

Formerly part of the canal system that powered Belfast's industrial growth - the towpath is now a peaceful urban greenway used by Belfast people for commuting, exercise and fun. 🚲

09/06/2024

The impressive Belfast Harbour Commissioners Building is part of our Docklands Dander walking tour and a stunning example of Victorian architecture and the pivotal role of maritime commerce in Belfast's history. 🏢


📸 Courtesy of Belfast Harbour Commissioners

Belfast Harbour Visit Belfast

08/06/2024

Belfast's exotic Victorian heritage is preserved under the impressive glass dome of the stunning Palm House at Botanic Gardens.

A greenhouse on a massive scale and home to many rare and endangered plant species, it's a botanical wonder not to be missed! Part of our Belfast Riverside Bike Tour!

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06/06/2024

🐟 Snap a photo with The Big Fish (and maybe steal a kiss - it's supposed to be lucky!). 💋

This giant ceramic sculpture has become a Belfast icon, encapsulating the city's history and artistic flair along the waterfront. Don't miss this unique ceramic mosaic sculpture on our Maritime-Titanic Walking Tour or our Belfast Riverside Bike Tour! Maritime Mile Visit Belfast Discover Northern Ireland

05/06/2024

Great bike tour of Titanic Quarter and the greenways of East Belfast - got a wee heritage tour of the wonderful renovated Templemore Baths with guide Terry. A special view into East Belfast and well worth a visit. It's on Glider route too. Visit EastSide VisitBelfast . More tours this weekend. www.hometowntoursbelfast.com

04/06/2024

Good to see the reviews starting to come in and all 5 stars😃

★★★★★ "Steven’s walking tour of the Titanic area was so interesting, lots of information and anecdotes. Such a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Many thanks! Jacqueline"

04/06/2024

Explore Belfast with local expert Steven Patterson!

His tours are not just journeys; they're stories woven through the streets of Belfast.

Discover hidden gems and iconic sights, all while learning about the city's rich history and community spirit. Ready for an unforgettable adventure? 🌍


Discover Northern Ireland Visit Belfast EastSide Partnership

03/06/2024

Visit Belfast and come face to face with a White Witch, a friendly faun and the giant Aslan at C.S. Lewis Square, a public space celebrating one of Belfast’s most famous literary figures with sculptures from 'The Chronicles of Narnia'. 🦁 🧙‍♀️🚪

This area is part of the broader regeneration efforts in East Belfast, turning this once overlooked space into a cultural landmark.



EastSide EastSide Partnership Visit Belfast Discover Northern Ireland . S. Lewis C.S. Lewis Foundation

02/06/2024

Encounter the poignant Titanica sculpture at the Titanic Belfast entrance.

Inspired by traditional ship figureheads, this artwork symbolises hope and the forward-looking spirit of Belfast. A moving tribute in bronze. 🖼️



📸 © Chris Hill Photographic
Visit Belfast Visit EastSide

01/06/2024

Join our Sailortown Docklands Dander walking tour to discover 'The Flying Angel,' a symbol of solace for seafarers, located just off Pilot Street in Belfast's historic Sailortown district.

This sculpture offers a monument to the maritime power that shaped Belfast. A quiet guardian of the sea’s past. 🕊️



St Joseph's Church Sailortown Maritime Mile

31/05/2024

Folks - tomorrows Bike Tour will now be the Titanic Eastside - for those intending to use River Lagan the Red Bridge by Lockeepers is closed for another 10 days. We start at the Belfast Buoys in Titanic Quarter and weather looks great for Saturday. Book here www.hometowntoursbelfast.com

Visit EastSide Visit Belfast Maritime Mile

30/05/2024

As part of our Maritime Belfast Walking Tour, we'll see The Beacon of Hope - an impressive sculpture on Belfast's waterfront which is affectionately known as 'Nuala with the Hula' or the 'Doll on the Ball!'

What other names can you think of for her? Myrtle with the Circle? Sheila with the Wheel-a? 😂 🗽



📸 © Tourism Ireland

Visit Belfast Discover Northern Ireland

29/05/2024

Had a great day out on the Titanic Eastside Bike Tour with this lovely bunch. Glad you enjoyed the tour and hope to see you all again soon 😀🚲

If you want to come along on a tour please visit via our website www.hometowntoursbelfast.com

Visit Belfast Visit EastSide Belfast Walking Tours Discover Northern Ireland Malmaison Belfast

28/05/2024

The Great Light, one of the largest lighthouse optics ever built, offers a shining glimpse into maritime navigation, now perched along the Maritime Mile and visited as part of our Titanic EastsideBike Tour.

Illuminate your understanding of Belfast's nautical past with a visit to this historic beacon. 🌊

©Bernie Brown bbphotographic for Tourism Ireland Visit Belfast Maritime Mile Lighthouse Lovers

27/05/2024

Join us on our Sailortown Docklands Dander Tour and uncover the hidden stories of the sailors, shipbuilders and stevedores of Belfast's Sailortown and visit St Joseph's Church, now a community hub, arts venue and a symbol of this community's resilience. ⛪

Joseph's Church Sailortown Mile Visit Belfast Northern Ireland

26/05/2024

Join us to meet the SS Nomadic – Titanic's little sister and the last White Star Line ship afloat.

Step back into the golden age of steamships and discover a storied past at Belfast’s historic Hamilton Dock. Don't miss this link to the legendary Titanic. 🚢

25/05/2024

Join us on one of our Titanic themed walking or bike tours and get a first-person sense of the incredible scale of the Titanic with a visit to the 'Thompson Dry Dock' where the great ship was fitted out. 🚢

Visit the Dock and Pump House and stand where giants were built. It's a monumental piece of maritime and engineering history waiting for you!

24/05/2024

Step back in time with our Sailortown Docklands Dander walking tour. Explore this historic maritime hub and learn about its diverse community and ambitious plans for regeneration.

23/05/2024

Discover the Maritime Mile on our Titanic Maritime Walking Tour.

From the historic shipyards to the SS Nomadic and HMS Caroline, trace the legacy of Belfast’s shipbuilding prowess and see how the city has rebuilt from its troubled past.

20/05/2024

Meet Steven Patterson, your expert guide at Hometown Tours Belfast!

As a native of Belfast and a sustainable travel expert, Steven brings a wealth of knowledge about the city’s pathways and greenways and the communities who live along them.

Join him to uncover the vibrant history and exciting future of Belfast on a guided bike or walking tour. 🚴‍♂️🚶‍♂️

16/05/2024

Join our Belfast Riverside Bike Tour for a relaxing ride through the historic and modern landmarks of Belfast’s waterfront. From the lush Botanic Gardens to the buzzing Titanic Quarter, it's a journey through the city's past and future.

14/05/2024

Discover the Maritime Mile on our Titanic Belfast Walking Tour.

From the historic shipyards to the SS Nomadic and HMS Caroline, trace the legacy of Belfast’s shipbuilding prowess and see how the city has rebuilt from its troubled past.

13/05/2024

⚓️ All aboard for a slice of life on the high seas!

As part of our Titanic Eastside Bike Tours and our Titanic Martime Walking Tour we visit the HMS Caroline, the last survivor of the Battle of Jutland. Explore life at sea during World War I and discover stories of naval warfare and peace.

All aboard for a historical adventure! ⚓

Titanic Quarter Visit Belfast

📸 Courtesy of TourismNI

11/05/2024

Hi! I'm Steven Patterson, your expert guide at Hometown Tours Belfast!

As a native of Belfast and a sustainable travel expert, I'm bringing a wealth of knowledge about the city's pathways and greenways and the communities who live along them to my new venture, Hometown Tours.

Join me to uncover the vibrant history and exciting future of Belfast on a guided bike or walking tour. 🚴‍♂️🚶‍♂️

10/05/2024

Our 'Titanic Eastside Bike Tour' uncovers the untold stories of the Titanic from the very slipways where it was launched. 🚢

Experience a blend of living history and scenic beauty along the traffic-free Maritime Mile and take it all in at an easy pace.

(Sunset photo courtesy of TourismNI)
Visit EastSide Visit Belfast Titanic Quarter Maritime Mile