Take a leisurely walking tour to explore Belfast's rich music scene, taking in some off the beaten track venues before relaxing at the Oh Yeah Music Centre to enjoy a performance by Clara Tracey just for the tour group. You will discover why Belfast is a UNESCO City of Music!
From hip hop to classical and punk, pop to folk and jazz - plus everything in between - music plays a significant part in the fabric of Belfast, making it a vibrant city to live in or visit.
The tour begins at the iconic Ulster Hall, known locally as the ‘Grand Dame of Bedford Street’ and a legend in the history of Belfast’s entertainment scene. You will explore some of the venues that are important in Belfast’s musical history and today, including traditional bars, historic buildings, open air performance spaces, its main arena venues - and even a church!
Your guide, Dolores, a passionate local music fan and qualified Belfast Green Badge Tourist Guide, will help you to understand Belfast’s rich musical heritage and will explain the city’s different musical traditions and their roots.
You'll have good craic and hear stories about iconic music moments, characters and local legends - past and present. Listen to snippets of music along the way and find out about some of the city’s rising stars of contemporary music, the traditional folk scene, classical music, jazz and more!
The tour ends with a visit to the Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast’s own dedicated music hub. Here you will have time to browse the Oh Yeah’s Music Exhibition, before settling down to enjoy an exclusive 25-minute performance by Clara Tracey.
Discount code SoB2for1
There is a special 2 for 1 offer discount code for this event, so you can bring a friend along for free!
Use SoB2for1 at the check out on the Visit Belfast ticket site.
Please Note:
On the tour we will walk around two miles, on level ground, though with a few cobbled streets. There will be short stop along the way with bathroom facilities and where refreshments may be purchased.
The tour will take place, whatever the weather, so please come prepared! Arrive at the meeting place five minutes before the start time. We will arrive at Oh Yeah for a 40-minute visit, including a 25-minute performance by Clara Tracey.
For further information, email: creativetoursbelfast@gmail.com or visit: https://www.creativetoursbelfast.com