This road has many interesting areas. My favourites are the murals. They depict the support for the Union and the loyalty to the crown. The people are very friendly and have a few stories to tell.
We went on a black cab taxi tour. The guide was a amdman lol. we ended up in a pub and then in his house. His children were great and his wife treated us like royality. Highly reconmended the tours. William and his wife Sinead were great hosts and a bonus for all of Northern Ireland. The people we met in the local area were great.
Thoroughly enjoyed a discrete walk here. Felt no threats to my wellbeing and appreciated seeing the shrines, etc firsthand. Things are surely better than in the day, but it is saddening to see evidence of the deep divisions and the suffering. Must visit....
For all the history behind this road, it is worth visiting. Get an experienced tour guide who knows the history or was part of it.
Due to this being one of the places at the heart of the troubles this place is one of interest. Yes it is a little run down but I walked down this street and found the locals to one of friendly and welcoming. And were happy to tell you stories of the past. There are various ways of seeing this area so chose one you feel best to suit yourself.
The Shankill Road is a lot shorter and smaller than it was but it is still worth visiting to get a flavour of what it was like during and before the recent troubles. This road is a tiny Working Class Protestant Loyalist (Ulster Scots) Area which is almost completely surrounded Roman Catholic Nationalists (Irish) Areas and it is worth having a guided tour round with some one who explains the Shankill rather than the "fare" nationalist's.
Visited on the open top bus. However missed a lot of the commentary due to the old loud Diesel engine overpowering the guides voice. Would definitely recommend the Belfast City tour bus however I would make sure I was on a newer quieter bus. The tour is very good value for money and the staff are very helpful. The ticket is valid for 2days
walked around the Shankhill road it is like walking back in time safe area to walk in, though we did feel out of place. The bigotry is in your face and a little scary how extreme some of it is, but does make you glad that you don't live somewhere where this bigotry exists, walking around the Falls road is similar but these areas represent a tiny area of the very friendly city of Belfast
My recent visits, in specific terms, reveal this to be he heart of sectarian bigotry and a blight on the landscape. A hateful place, stuck in an unpleasant past. Worth avoiding, unless you enjoy this kind of thing.
DISGUSTED!! Went to andreas for a milkshake and they wouldnt serve us as we arrived and 9.45. The shop doesnt close until 10! Not good service at all!!