Best Walking Tours in Derry-Londonderry

Discover the beauty of Derry-Londonderry on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Derry-Londonderry by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Derry-Londonderry

Derry City: The troubles Bogside walking tour  in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (456 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 27.52

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Walking Bogside History Tour in Guildhall in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (236 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Derry City: The Bloody Sunday Story - Walking Tour in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (172 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 28.07

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Derry/Londonderry - City Walls History Walking Tour Experiences in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (145 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 41.27

 

One of the few tours that walks a full circuit of the famous City Walls with restricted sized groups for the quality and comfort of guests. Available as either a PUBLIC Tour with individual places or as a PRIVATE Group Tour option. 1. Private Group Tours(2 hrs)(1-15 places) Starting point and route can be varied and can be adapted to facilitate disabled or wheelchair guests. 2. Public Tour -Individual Places (75-90mins)(1-15 places)- dates released on a limited basis. 3. Half Day tours are also available . This tour gives a wider history of the city, including St Columba, Vikings, Normans and Irish chieftains, the Plantation of Ulster, the building of its iconic Walls, the siege of 1688/89, the aftermath of Scots/Irish emigration to the USA, industrialisation, railways and bridge building, the 1840s potato famine and resulting emigration , the Home Rule crisis and partition, the city in two World Wars , the recent Troubles, the peace process including Brexit, and the Derry Girls.

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Derrie Danders: Highlights of the Walled City a Self-Guided Audio Tour in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (26 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 11.99

 

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

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Derry/Londonderry - Customised and Specialised History Tours in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (16 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 343.94

 

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 and alternative dates and times can be requested. Tours are either for 2/4/8 hours The current tour options available are: BLUE PLAQUES OF THE MAIDEN CITY This tour takes the guest on an interesting walk around a number of the commemorative blue plaques that are sited on buildings in the city. SCOTS IRISH/ULSTER SCOTS HISTORY & HERITAGE A history of the Scottish connected to the city and emigration to the New World. Known locally as Ulster Scots but elsewhere as Scots Irish. "REAL" DERRY GIRLS This tour covers many of the influential and Inspirational women in the city's history, i.e the real Derry Girls. LEGENDERRY MUSICAL MYSTERY TOUR A Musical heritage tour of the city - A Spotify playlist accompanies this tour SHIRT FACTORIES HERITAGE An important part of the city's economics

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Herstory Derry Tour in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.39

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Derry/Londonderry-Street Art and Murals Walking Tours in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 82.55

 

This is a quality tour experience with limited guests. It is available usually only as a 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.

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Derrie Danders: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Walled City’s West in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)

From $ 14.99

 

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

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Private Political Tour of the Bogside in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.39

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Derrie Danders: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Riverside and South City in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)

From $ 7.99

 

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

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Londonderry Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 385.47

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Derrie Danders: Unveiling Derry's Dark & Haunted Past Audio Tour in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (3 reviews)

From $ 14.99

 

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.

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Derrie Danders: Wander around the Waterside on a self-guided GPS audio tour in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (3 reviews)

From $ 7.99

 

Take in the sites of this historic city on a self-guided GPS audio walk across the iconic Peace Bridge to Waterside, on the east bank of the River Foyle. We’ll hear about the military past of the area around Ebrington Square, and then continue on through the beautiful grounds of St Columb's Park. We’ll end the tour by making our way to the old railway station through the area of my childhood home in Bonds Street. On this walking tour, you’ll see and hear about: • The city's saint, St Columba who established his monastery here in 542 AD. • The city's oldest building, St Brecan's Church • The Siege of Derry that took place near Stronge's Orchard in 1688 and 1699 • The military and naval barracks at Ebrington • The city's role in the second world war and the Battle of the Atlantic from 1939 to 1945 • The iconic Peace Bridge • The working class area of Bonds Street and the churches in the area • The railways in the city, both old and new • The modern sculpture of the Peace Tree

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Derry/Londonderry - Darker History Walking Tours in Derry-Londonderry

Derry-Londonderry , Northern Ireland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 123.82

 

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.

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Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Derry-Londonderry at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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