Walking Tours in Derry-Londonderry
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From GBP 20Derry City: The Troubles Bogside Walking Tour
This walking tour takes you into the heart of the Bogside,see the site of the Bloody Sunday massacre, learn about all the important events, Civil Rights Association, Battle of the Bogside, Interment, The Free Derry Story,and the Peace Process.All of our guides are locals who lived through the conflict. One of our guides was also one off the co founders of the Bloody Sunday justice Campaign that inspired the second Bloody Sunday Inquiry that began in 1998.You won't be disappointed in choosing this walking tour.You can choose the time and date when you want to do this walking tour.We also provide a private car that seats four passengers incase of poor weather. This walking tour will start and finish outside the " Museum of Free Derry "in Glenfada Park in the Bogside.
From GBP 35Private Guided Walking Tour in Derry City
Derry Blue Badge is a member of the coveted TripAdvisor Hall of Fame. Its proprieter Michael Cooper has been an elected representative in Derry for many years and has also been involved in a wide range of projects related to the peace process in Derry, His team of guides also come from a range of backgrounds related to the conflict and peace process which gives visitors the opportunity to gain a unique insight into the development of the conflict and peace process in Derry. Visitors will also learn how the Irish peace process has been used as a template for other processes throughout the world.
From GBP 20Walking Bogside History Tour in Guildhall
Our walking history tours look at the lasting political and social implications of Bloody Sunday and other local incidents of the Troubles. It begins at the Guildhall in city center and drops into the Bogside area from Derry’s intact city walls. Learn from survivors and family members as you trace the footsteps of the Bloody Sunday march. Our tours also pass the world-famous Bogside Murals, offering in-depth histories of each. We stop by the iconic Free Derry Corner and our tour ends at the Bloody Sunday monument on Rossville Street just across the way from the Museum of Free Derry.
From GBP 20Derry City: The Bloody Sunday Story - Walking Tour
The Bloody Sunday Story Walking Tour is facilitated by a brother of one of the victims who was killed that day.Some of our guides are also locals who where survivors of the Bloody Sunday massacre. Hear the story from John, one of the co-founders of the Bloody Sunday Justice Campaign where he will put forward his perspective of the historic events of the troubles and how he himself was directly affected. The tour covers the Civil Rights era, Free Derry Corner, Battle of the Bogside, Bloody Sunday, the Peace Process and the Bogside Murals.This tour begins outside the Museum of free Derry. Visitors can pick the date and times whenever you want to do this walking tour.
From GBP 25Bloody Sunday and Bogside Murals Walking Tour
Guided tour: A knowledgeable guide will lead you through the Bogside, sharing insights into the city's complex history and the events that shaped it. Murals: You'll see the iconic murals that make up The People's Gallery, including depictions of civil rights, Bloody Sunday, hunger strikes and the peace mural. Bloody Sunday: You'll visit the site of the Bloody Sunday massacre, where 14 unarmed civilians were murdered by British Paratroopers in 1972. Your guide will provide context and personal stories about the event. Historical context: You'll gain a deeper understanding of the conflict, the civil rights movement, and the impact of these events on the people of Derry. Local perspectives: Your guide will share local stories, experiences, and perspectives, providing a unique and personal insight into the city's history. The tour will take you through the streets of the Bogside where the events unfolded.
From GBP 7Derry Bloody Sunday The Troubles Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Learn about the history of Bloody Sunday. Our tour will take you from the solemn Bloody Sunday Monument, where a peaceful march turned into tragedy, through the heart of the Bogside, and end at the hopeful glow of the Peace Flame, a symbol of reconciliation and new beginnings. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires. You'll be guided step by step by our walking tour app. Location aware, it plays as you walk, hands free.
From GBP 30Discover the City Walls - Small Group Public or Private Tour
Led by a Passionate Local Historian, this tour walks a FULL circuit of the famous City Walls with SMALLER sized groups for the quality of a guest's experience. Available as either a PUBLIC Tour with individual bookable places or as a PRIVATE Tour for your group only. 1. Private Tours (2 hrs)(1-30 places) Alternative starting points and routes can be requested and adapted to facilitate disabled or wheelchair guests. 2. Public Tour -Individual Places (est90mins)(1-15 places) 3. Longer tours are available - send a message This tour gives a wider introduction to the city's history, including St Columba, Vikings, Normans and Irish chieftains, the Plantation of Ulster, the building of its iconic Walls, the siege of 1688/89, emigrations to the New World of the Scots Irish, industrialisation including the shirt factories, the 1840s potato famine , the Home Rule crisis and partition, the city in two World Wars , the recent Troubles, the peace process including Brexit, and the Derry Girls.
From GBP 4Derry Self Guide Walking Tour Experience
Explore Londonderry at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 8 stops, simple directions through Google Maps, and short audio stories you can play when you reach each location. The route covers the historic heart of the city, from the Peace Bridge to Free Derry Corner, passing sites like the Guildhall, the Derry Walls, and the famous Derry Girls Mural. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.
From GBP 9Derrie Danders: Highlights of the Walled City a Self-Guided Audio Tour
Welcome to the historic city of Derry – or Londonderry, depending on who you ask. Ours is a city rich in complex history, and filled with locals who’ll invite you to stay and "enjoy the craic". This self-guided GPS audio tour takes you on a full circuit of the city's 400-year-old walls. I’ll point out many of the famous historical and cultural sights en route and suggest places to return to for longer visits. You may know a bit about the city from the recent comedy series Derry Girls, and we’ll visit the popular mural dedicated to the show. But on this tour you’ll also hear about: • The city's saint, St Columba / Colmcille, who first established his monastery here in 542 AD • The great Siege of Derry in 1688 and 1689 • The Troubles, which were a part of life here from 1969 to 1994 • The city's role in the second world war and the Battle of the Atlantic • Immigration during the Plantation of Ulster • Emigration during the Irish Potato Famine, or Great Famine, from 1845 to 1849
From GBP 17Herstory Derry Tour
It's history but not as you know it! This is the story of the women NOT in the other tours - the women of Derry and the famous women who visited here'. The Herstory Derry Tour' is researched and led by award-winning filmmaker and academic Anne Crilly. This unique tour tells the herstory of the women in the city and gives an additional insight into the historic city of Derry.
From GBP 15Derrie Danders: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Walled City’s West
Welcome to Derry and, in particular, the Cityside, as the western half of this historic city is known. On this walking tour, we’ll visit several locations in the west side of the city, including an area called the Bogside. Sometimes described as the cockpit of ‘the Troubles’. We’ll peruse popular murals like The Petrol Bomber, Bernadette, and the Bloody Sunday collection and, in a politically neutral way, cover some of the other sites that define the area. Fellow tour guide, Mr Terry Brown of Walled City Tours, will join us to share his perspective at some of the locations along the way. You’ll also hear stories about: • St Columba and how the sacred well was formed • The murals, monuments and memorials dedicated to the Troubles • A Victorian-era garden of tranquility in the city centre • The revival of the ancient languages of the natives and the planters • Derry pigs and what made them so happy
From GBP 281Londonderry Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Londonderry is a small and pretty town dating back to the 6th century. The city is filled with history at every corner, from the Siege of Derry to the Battle of the Bogside, or the famous Bloody Sunday. It is known for its historic 17th-century city walls, which provide an exclusive promenade to view the town with its Renaissance style street plan. As you stroll around the city you will notice that it is full of history, heritage, and a vibrant cultural scene. Discover more about Bogside murals, Emigration, and Troubles in Derry on this unique walking tour.
From GBP 256In the Footsteps of Seamus Heaney | Private Car Tour
InSite Tours Ireland provides travelers with award-winning, customized experiences that highlight the finest aspects of Ireland's culture, history, and landscapes. This unique and intimate journey offers a profound connection to the landscapes and moments that inspired Nobel Prizewinning Poet Seamus Heaney, brought to life by Fergal Kearney's personal stories and insights. Whether you're new to Heaney's work or deeply familiar with it, the tour promises an emotionally enriching experience, steeped in the poet's heritage and the beauty of his homeland. This Seamus Heaney tour provides an exclusive, immersive journey into the poet's world, offering guests a deep, personal connection to the landscapes and inspirations behind his work.
From GBP 225Uncover the City's Darker Stories - Private Tour
Welcome to my darker "dander" around the Walled City and meet some of its darker LEGENDERRY characters. 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 can be made available on request from the Peace Tree on Browning Drive but all tours will normally finish at Visit Derry.
From GBP 240Immerse Yourself in History - Specialised History Private Tours
This range of tours is UNIQUE to Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours. Please request preferred option at time of booking. Tours are normally restricted to 15 guests for QUALITY but larger groups can be requested. Tours are for 2 hours or longer options The current tour options available are: LOOK BEHIND THE BLUE PLAQUES OF THE MAIDEN CITY This tour explains the history of the people named on the blue plaques that are sited on buildings in the city. RESEARCH SCOTS IRISH HISTORY & HERITAGE A history of the Ulster Scots connected to the city. WE THE PEOPLE - USA 250 A story of the people who emigrated the local area and founded USA MEET THE "REAL" DERRY GIRLS This tour covers many of the influential and Inspirational women in the city's history, i.e the real Derry Girls. TUNE IN TO THE CITY'S MUSICAL HERITAGE A Musical heritage tour of the city - A Spotify playlist accompanies this tour EXPLORE THE CITY'S INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE Especially the importance of the Shirt Factories
From GBP 225Marvel at the Street Art and Murals - Private Tour
This is a quality tour experience with limited guests. It is available usually only as a private tour (1-15 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.
From GBP 11Derrie Danders: Unveiling Derry's Dark & Haunted Past Audio Tour
Embark on a haunting self-guided tour exploring Derry/Londonderry's eerie past. Join David Douglas, a passionate historian and owner of Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours, to uncover spine-chilling narratives and delve into the city's mysterious allure. Discover the origins of Halloween as you explore the city renowned for hosting Europe's largest Halloween street festival. This tour unravels chilling tales at iconic spots like the Nerve Centre, St Augustine's Church, and the Tower Museum. Discover ghostly legends, tragic love stories, and historical events intertwined with the city's unique history. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too. Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.