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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!"
As well as being a driver tour guide, in both the North and South of Ireland, I have worked as a tour guide at a National Heritage site, I have also taken many Belfast walking tours, Line of Duty TV drama tours and as a step-on guide for coach 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.
I can carry up to 8 passengers, in my vehicle – a Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Testimonials
Lizzie Charley is the epitome of Irish charm and welcome while providing lucky visitors like my daughter and I, a comprehensive and detailed emersive experience in Northern Ireland. She leaves no stone unturned as she curates a delightful introduction to Irish culture, city highlights and countryside treasures! Her knowledge and love of her home and it's rich history is contagious as she whisks us joyfully from one amazing experience to another! Whether the Titanic Belfast, the Giant's Causeway coast, local pubs, restaurants and shops, the visitor is treated to days full to the brim with experiences that bring Ireland to life in incredible detail!
In our case, Lizzie took the time to research and explore the roots of my maternal great-grandmother in Dungiven...even bringing us to the door of the house they called home, the family grave and (quite remarkably!)to the home of a distant cousin where we enjoyed a visit in his lovely garden, not far from where my great grandmother grew up! Who could ask for more!? You're in for an unforgettable look and feel for Ireland if ye're lucky enough to find yourself in Lizzie's dazzling care!
Rita and Julie W - San Francisco, USA
July 2026
Your research of history and background of my grandmothers days in Belfast was the highlight of our personalized tour.
Your knowledge and insight of the city and cemetery was so touching and meaningful. Thank you for assisting me in walking in her steps. Thanks again for fulfilling my long time wish to visit Belfast.
Phyllis - USA
June 2026
Every member of our group, there was four of us, had an amazing tour with Lizzie! We were late for our initial tour and got to chatting it up with her and she was not only willing to allow us to join the tour that we were late for, but also took us on an additional tour that same afternoon! She was exceptional."
Katy W - Montana, USA, and New Zealand
July 2026
We had another excellent tour with Lizzie Charley to the Giant's Causeway, lunch at the Old Courthouse & tour of Bushmills Distillery. Lizzie is personable, & she will adapt to any type of tour you want. Highly recommend.
Jennifer - Phoenix, Arizona, USA
June 2026
Lizzie picked us up in a large, roomy van and gave us the insiders tour of the north coast. With family ties in the area she knew just where to go, how to avoid crowds, and a secret beach. Great stories, lots of history, and extensive knowledge of the area made for a memorable day. 10/10 would recommend to all!
Mark B. - Wisconsin, USA
May 2026
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 8 passengers comfortably
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.