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Explore Northern Ireland with your own Driver Tour Guide
Welcome to Belfast
Hidden Heritage NI offers fun, friendly Bespoke Driver Guided Tours in Northern Ireland.
I also offer guided walks of Belfast City Centre and the Titanic, and some guided rural walks.
As well as my suggested tours below, I am happy also to tailor-make a bespoke tour to your requests and requirements.
Driver Guided Tours / Step-on Guide / City and Countryside walks.
About Me
My name is Lizzie, and it is my great joy to share the beauty and history of the places I love: our dramatic coastlines, hidden rural walks, historic castles, and hidden heritage gems.
I’m passionate about our heritage and stories, with my ancestral connections to many of the
families whose industries shaped Belfast – the Titanic, Northern Ireland’s shipbuilding and
linen industries.
I also love the outdoors and hiking.
I live in the green rolling hills of County Down. I grew up as a child in Northern Ireland; then
studied, worked, and lived in England, Canada, and Australia, before returning home.
Credentials
Level 4 Tour Guide (Ulster University Accredited)
Taxi Driver Licence (Issued by NI Driver and Vehicle Agency)
Member of TGNI (Tour Guides Northern Ireland)
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Post Graduate in Education
As a well-travelled tourist, I appreciate how visitors love to meet some interesting locals, and feel they have experienced something special and different, beyond the main visitor
experiences. I like to “pay forward” the welcome that I, myself, have received abroad.
I have had many visitors to stay over the years, and always enjoy showing them my country - that I thought: "Why don't I do this as a job!"
I tour guide at a national heritage site, as well as taking Belfast walking tours, Line of Duty TV Drama tours, coach tours and driver guided tours within Northern Ireland.
I am a fun, energetic, sociable character, and I love meeting people and finding out their own
stories too.
I am a fully insured Level 4 tour guide, a qualified Driver Guide, and a professional
storyteller, and I work in collaboration with many other local guides.
Testimonials
Lizzie is an incredible Guide! She really knocked herself out for us! She even located my Great Grandparent's grave the week before our tour. Her connections in Killyleagh and Shrigley Village helped to make our visit so very memorable. Thank you so much , Lizzie, for helping me to fulfill my lifelong dream of visiting Killyleagh and Shrigley Village! Greg and Key, Toronto, Canada
Greg W - Toronto, Canada
May 2025
We were amazed by the tour Lizzie created for us! She researched and made arrangements for unique experiences, as I was hoping to learn about my grandfather's home. I had sent all the information I knew, including the address from the 1901 census, and she found where the home had been. It meant so much to walk around that neighborhood and see the history. Combining these personal touches with a historical tour exceeded our expectations!
Deanne S - USA
May 2025
My husband and I feel extremely lucky and grateful to have had Lizzie as our guide
for 3 tours. Lizzie took us on one full day tour each of Ards and the Causeway and a
1/2 day tour of Belfast. It was a tour unlike any we have experienced in our many
years of travel because we got to meet and get a feel for the people who live in these
fascinatingly different places. She was able to share with us not just the sites but the
essence of what makes each of these regions unique. She, like the tour she
provides, is a gem. Lizzie is smart, caring, flexible, and fun. She quickly figured out
our interests and tailored the tour to meet those interests. We had a wonderful time
touring these parts of Ireland with Lizzie. If you have the opportunity don't miss
Northern Ireland and don't miss having Lizzie as your guide.
Al and Bobbi – Florida, U.S.A
August 2024
"Lizzie went above-and-beyond the call by researching and customizing a tour for us. Needless to say, we would not have found the dilapidated hut where my great grandmother was born in 1884. Lizzie also introduced us to Hillsborough Castle and a nice pub in the Village. Great Guide; Great Effort; Great Tour; Great Time Had By All. I wish I could award more stars."
Tim - USA
May 2024
My husband and I had the best full day tour of Giant's Causeway and
Derry/Londonderry with Lizzie. She was chock full of information and a joy to be with.
She was easy to understand, professional and really knew her way around. We
enjoyed her so much we booked her for a tour of Belfast the next day. We highly
recommend Lizzie Charley as a tour guide.
Debbie – Oklahoma, Texas
July 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included?
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Guiding services
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Private transportation
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Bottled water
What's extra?
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Personal expenses, and souvenirs
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Food, lunch, drink and snacks
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Entrance fees and voluntary contributions to relevant museums etc
What is the transportation vehicle?
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Private car with air conditioning
How many passengers can I take?
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I can take up to 3/4 passengers comfortably, plus 2 more passengers in my seven-seater car. However, although there is reasonable adult leg room in the back two seats, you do need to be aware these two seats are a little more cramped for space.
What is the pick up location?
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Hotel, train or bus station, cruise ship terminal, address or monument/building
What happens if the weather is very bad, or something becomes unavailable to visit at the last minute?
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Bad weather or unforeseen circumstances may affect our itinerary, and so your tour may be adapted appropriately.
How do I know the cost of a tour?
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As these are bespoke tours, all tours may differ slightly or a lot. So please contact me by email to request a tour type with any personal timings and requests, so I can get back to you with a quote.