Belfast Mural Tours
Ardoyne Murals
Explore the vibrant murals of Ardoyne in north Belfast, celebrating culture, heritage, and community spirit.
This section of our website presents the murals as they are — it does not imply any political viewpoint of Gransha Taxis, its employees, or site designers.
Ardoyne is a nationalist area in north Belfast with a rich tradition of mural painting. Unlike the predominantly political murals found in other areas, Ardoyne's murals cover a wider range of subjects — from religious imagery and Gaelic games to historical events and community festivals. The murals here tell the story of a close-knit community that takes great pride in its identity, culture, and resilience.
A beautiful tribute to Our Lady — Mary, mother of God. The Ardoyne area has a strong Catholic tradition, and this religious mural reflects the faith of the community.
A tribute to Gaelic games — Ireland's national sports. GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) sports including hurling and Gaelic football are hugely important to communities across Belfast.
A commemoration of the Easter Rising in Dublin in 1916, showing the famous assault on the General Post Office (GPO). The Rising is considered a foundational event in the creation of the modern Irish state.
This powerful mural compares the racist police killing of Stephen Lawrence in London with the bigoted killing of Robert Hamill in Portadown. It addresses themes of institutional racism and injustice.
A tribute to the black taxi drivers who lost their lives during the Troubles. Black taxis played a vital role in community transport when public buses refused to enter certain areas.
Ardoyne's claim that loyalist murder squads were armed by the British government. The issue of state collusion with paramilitary groups remains one of the most contested aspects of the Troubles.
This mural illustrates the horrors of An Gorta Mór (The Great Famine) of the 1840s, which devastated Ireland. The famine is a central event in Irish history and memory.
A tribute to Robert Emmet, the Irish nationalist and republican who led a failed rebellion against British rule in 1803. His speech from the dock is one of the most famous in Irish history.
The Mass Rock — in the days of the Penal Laws, Irish Catholics had to perform their religious ceremonies in secret at hidden outdoor locations known as mass rocks. This mural honours that tradition of faith under persecution.
A commemoration of the people of Ardoyne who were killed during the Troubles. Like many areas in Belfast, the community carries deep memories of those lost to the conflict.
A vibrant mural celebrating the Ardoyne Fleadh (pronounced FLAH) — a long-running community festival that brings together music, sport, art, and community spirit.
Another colourful mural celebrating the Ardoyne Fleadh. These community festival murals show a different side of Ardoyne — one of celebration, culture, and community pride.
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