Tours & Activities in Derry

Discover the history of the city of Derry on a guided walking tour. Walk on top of the city's historic 400-year-old walls, learn about the Siege, the Bogside, Emigration, the Plantation and much more!

At the top of Northeast Donegal is Inishowen, Ireland's largest peninsula. On this Wild Atlantic Way tour, I'll show you around part of the peninsula's 100-mile coastal drive known as the 'Inishowen 100'. On your journey, you'll see the glacial fjord, Lough Swilly, which inspired the hymn 'Amazing Grace'. You'll learn the ancient celestial secrets of Grianan of Aileach ring fort, seat of power of the chieftains of Ulster. I'll recount the tragedy of the SS Laurentic and its undiscovered gold near Fort Dunree. You'll travel through the nerve-racking Mamore Gap and defy physics on the 'Magic Road'. A visit to Doagh Famine Village will have you step back in time, hearing how life used to be in the area. Your day culminates in a galaxy far, far away by reaching Malin Head, Ireland's most Northerly point and the filming location of Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi. The tour is in a fun, relaxed manner, with plenty of jokes, tall tales and the odd song too!

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Explore a key part of Derry's history at the Museum of Free Derry. Discover the inspiring story of how a working-class community resisted enduring oppression.

Derry Citys Troubles Bogside Walking Tour is where you can learn about the Civil Rights story, Bloody Sunday, Free Derry story, Battle of the Bogside and the world renowned Irish Peace Process.

The Giants Causeway driver guided tour includes a drive along the iconic Antrim Coast Road (one of the top ten road journeys in the world!) followed by visits to the famous Carrick-a-rede ropebridge, the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Giants Causeway, Dunluce castle, the Dark Hedges (the Kings Road in Game of Thrones!), Ballycastle shorefront, Downhill Beach, Bushmills distillery giftshop and a range of other scenic photostops. It is a truly breathtaking journey and is adaptable to depart from and return to either Belfast or Derry-it has to be done!!

Enjoy everything that this Northern Irish city has to offer with our Visit Derry Pass and spend 1 or 2 days visiting the city's top 10 tourist attractions.

Enjoy a FULL circuit walk around the 1.5 km walls of the city, while hearing key highlights of the city's unique 1500 year history. Group sizes are limited for the quality of the guest's experience.

The modern history of Derry is explored in the Bloody Sunday and Bogside murals walking tour, organised for you and your party only. Subjects range from the partition of Ireland and the creation of the six-county state, widespread religious discrimination against Irish Catholics, Civil Rights period, Battle of the Bogside 1969 and Bloody Sunday massacre January 1972. The tour also covers both inquiries in to Bloody Sunday and the conflict that occurred here afterwards. Sights to see Free Derry Corner, Bogside murals, Bloody Sunday massacre site and Bloody Sunday monument.

Come and discover Derry (or Londonderry), Northern Ireland's second city. Stroll in the old city and discover the political history of the country.

A walking tour in the heart of Derry City in the Bogside. This tour will take you through the both the events leading up to and on the day of the Bloody Sunday massacre as well as the aftermath.

In the northwest of Ireland, at the very edge of Europe, you'll find the Donegal Gaeltacht. A sprawling, wild and rural area, rich in history and traditions of old Ireland, where the Irish language (Gaeilge) is still spoken today. I'll show you the remote regions of the Wild Atlantic Way, exploring the places where I grew up. I'll regale you with personal stories, tall tales and Irish legends of the area. You'll visit the lavish Glenveagh Castle and gardens to learn about the deeds (good & bad) of its former owners. A journey to the mythical Poisoned Glen will leave you spellbound by its haunting beauty. Then, reflect inside the ruins of Donegal's very own 'Taj Mahal', Dunlewey Church. Taste Irish whiskey with a visit to Crolly Distillery. As you travel through the hills of Donegal, you'll see vast highlands and Atlantic bog, where our ancestors saved the turf (peat) each summer. You'll hear the story of the Bloody Foreland as you gaze out to sea to the many Gaeltacht Islands.

Explore the film locations of the Channel 4 comedy series, Derry Girls. Visit the sites of the TV show and learn tales and anecdotes about its filming from your expert guide on this fun filled tour.

Derry Guided Tours will take you around 1.4 km (0.87 miles) of one of the best preserved walled cities in Europe. Built in 1613 the walls are utilised in telling the history of Derry. Starting in the Monastic period (6th century) the history of Derry unfolds Nine Years War, Plantation of Ulster, 1641 Rebellion, Siege of Derry 1689, 1798 Rebellion the Great Hunger and more. This tour offers you 90 minutes of Irish history explored and explained.

Find out about the history of this important area on a private guided walking tour. Learn about the Bloody Sunday massacre and see the Bogside murals.

This tour will ensure you experience the 'must-see' popular sights of the North Coast all in one day without the hassle of planning and organizing. Sit back, relax, enjoy the breathtaking scenery, and be guided by an experienced and passionate local driver in a luxury comfortable vehicle. Travel the scenic routes and enjoy the views of the north coast of Ireland and Donegal. Return to your hotel with amazing memories which will last a lifetime.

Complete city tour of Derry

This is a quality tour experience with limited guests. It is available as both a public (10 places) and private tour (15 places). 1.West Bank Tour Route (from Visit Derry) This tour walks around the varied street art and murals of the West Bank of the city. It includes the historic political murals of the Fountain and the Bogside Gallery, but also the more recent non political murals including the must see Derry Girls Mural, the Factory Girls, the Derry Lama and the Undertones . 2.East Bank Tour Route NEW (from Ebrington Square) We will take a walk on the East Bank of the city, from the Peace Tree in Browning Drive, through part of St Columb's Park, along the Limavady Road, through Bond Street, the Ebrington Factory and Waterside Library (formerly the Workhouse), before returning and visiting Ebrington Square. You will learn about the city's saint, St Columba, see some Loyalist murals, visit the sites of a former shirt factory and the former workhouse.

A thrilling off road tour of County Donegal visiting lost villages and Irish American history.

Creating memorable experiences for visitors from across the globe. Our luxury small group tours of up to 7 people, provide an intimate, yet engaging exploration of the stunning Causeway Coast, ensuring a personalised and unforgettable travel experience. In addition to tales and history from your driver guide, immerse yourself in the captivating beauty and history with our innovative GPS Audio Guides. Specially designed to enhance your luxury private tour experience, these expertly curated audio guides provide fascinating insights, local tales, and historical context as you explore the region’s iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Our advanced GPS technology will ensure that you receive relevant, real-time information based on your precise location. As you approach key sites and attractions, our audio guides will automatically deliver engaging commentary, allowing you to fully appreciate the rich culture and breath-taking landscapes that define the North West of Ireland.

Explore the history that shaped this part of Ireland and the City of Derry - the only fully walled city in Ireland. Monasteries, siege, cannons and rebellions are just some of the history of Derry.

Welcome to my darker "dander" around the Walled City. For the quality of experience for its guests, this tour has restricted group numbers. Normally starting from the Visit Derry tourist office in Waterloo Place, we will walk in and around the Walled City, pausing off to hear some of the darker, spooky or haunted history of this ancient city. The city currently hosts the largest Halloween Street Festival in Europe between 28-31 October each year. An alternative start point for private tours is available on request at the Peace Tree on Browning Drive but all tours will normally finish at Visit Derry.

In this walking tour of the Cityside, we guide guests around a selection of the political murals of the west bank, including the Fountain and Bogside areas, and also some non political artworks too.

Political tour of the Bogside with a stop at every mural in the neighborhood trying to understand the reasons that triggered the Northern Irish civil war and its consequences. Particular attention is given to Bloody Sunday, a critical and fundamental event in the history of the city. The tour is carried out by qualified native Italian-speaking guides who will introduce you to the history and anecdotes of the city of Derry.

Political tour of the Bogside neighborhood murals.

Wild & Fired BBQ School provides a fire-cooking experience in the historic Walled Garden within Brook Hall Estate & Gardens, overlooking the River Foyle in Derry City. Experience Inclusions: - Learning the history of the woodlands and rivers - Learning to make your own fire and experience cooking a wood-fired meal together - Taste and appreciate the difference that local, slow farming makes to Northern Irish produce - Enjoy a smoky snack upon arrival along with a delicious lunch we’ll make together * HERITAGE | Explore the stories, history, and horticulture of the Estate & Gardens on the guided walk through the estate to the BBQ area * ENGAGE | Take time to prepare seasonal produce together * LEARN | Discover how to build and manage a fire, cooking our food to temperature not time * COOK | BBQ a delicious wood-fired meal together on seven different types of barbecues and grills * CONNECT | Connect with each other, nature, and the land through the provenance of our ingredients

On this 8-hour tour you will experience a personalized tour of the North Coast of Ireland. Stopping at Downhill Strand, Musseden Temple, the Giants Causeway and the old Bushmills distillery.

Welcome to the historic city of Derry / Londonderry, and to this walking tour focused on the city’s maritime and industrial heritage. We’ll ramble along the River Foyle from the Peace Bridge to the Craigavon Bridge, before returning to our starting point with a stroll through the city. You’ll see the spot where Scottish settlers left for America and, a little further up the river, the spot where the city’s patron saint Columba left for Scotland. Along the way, you’ll learn how bridges, railways and shirt factories were built as the city came into the industrial age, the role of the city in World War II, and where divided communities still live on either side of the walls that are now called peace lines. On this tour you’ll also see: • HMS Ferret, the port where the WWII naval ships that protected convoys and hunted German U-boats were berthed • The parts of the city that were industrialised first, including what were the world’s largest ship factories in the 1800s • Some of the city’s most important churches • The iconic “Hands Across the Divide” sculpture on Craigavon Bridge • The location of the world’s first independent department store • The Masonic Hall, the courthouse and the War Memorial • The former residences of Mrs Cecil Francis Alexander, a famous 19th century hymn writer, and Phil Coulter, a modern songwriter

Enjoy a private guided taxi tour to filming locations from the hit TV series, Derry Girls. Visit more than 10 filming locations including Erin's house, the church, and Dennis’s Wee Shop.

Walk in the footsteps of Ireland's patron Saints - St. Patrick, St. Colmcille & St. Brigid. I will take you to the ancient churches founded by these Saints. I will bring these monastery's back to life. Discover how these monastery's looked like, how the monks lived & how the monks interacted with the local population. You will visit the holy sites that were responsible for evangelising Europe & the rest of the world. Join me on this journey that has never been done before. Visit the sites where the High Kings of Ireland dwelled. We will step back in time to Ireland's golden age, to the land of Saints & Scholars. You will remember this tour for the rest of your life.