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Journey into Derry’s Past: A Private Walking Tour

5.01 review

  • 1h 45m
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only. Embark on a private walking tour of Derry, Northern Ireland, to explore its rich history and poignant landmarks. Begin at Free Derry Corner, where you’ll discover the symbol of the Bogside’s struggle for civil rights, and then pay your respects at the Bloody Sunday Monument, a somber memorial commemorating a tragic event. Continue your journey with a visit to The Bogside Artists’ murals, which vividly depict the city’s history and political struggles. Finally, explore the historic Derry Walls, one of Europe’s most complete city walls, offering panoramic views and insights into Derry’s past. This private walking tour provides a deep understanding of Derry’s cultural heritage, historical development, and insights into some of the key historical periods and events in the city’s history.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Professional local tour guide

Itinerary

  1. Free Derry Corner is a prominent mural and landmark located in the Bogside area of Derry, Northern Ireland. It commemorates a significant period during The Troubles when the Bogside declared itself as "Free Derry," symbolizing its resistance to British rule and advocating for civil rights and political change.

    22 min

  2. The Bloody Sunday Monument in Derry, Northern Ireland, is a poignant memorial dedicated to the victims of the Bloody Sunday massacre that occurred on January 30, 1972. The monument stands as a solemn reminder of the tragic event and serves as a place of reflection, honoring those who lost their lives during a civil rights protest.

    22 min

  3. The Bogside Artists are a group of muralists from Derry, Northern Ireland, known for their powerful and politically charged murals that depict the history and struggles of the Bogside community. Their artwork serves as a visual narrative of the city's turbulent past, particularly during The Troubles, and has gained international recognition for its social and political commentary.

    22 min

  4. The Derry Walls, also known as the Walls of Derry or the City Walls, are a historic fortification in the city of Derry, Northern Ireland. Built between 1613 and 1619, these well-preserved walls encircle the city center and are one of the most complete examples of city walls in Europe, offering visitors a glimpse into Derry's rich history and providing panoramic views of the city.

    22 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Meet the guide at Free Derry Corner.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
US LLC – Local Tours in Ireland
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Derry-Londonderry

  • Its from-price is 13% above the median of the 53 experiences we list in Derry-Londonderry.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 35 of 53.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Derry-Londonderry

Derry, also called Londonderry, is a walled city on the River Foyle in Northern Ireland, with intact seventeenth-century ramparts and a layered history.

Derry stands on the River Foyle in the north-west of Northern Ireland, and its seventeenth-century walls, about a mile round, are the most complete city walls in Ireland and can be walked along the top. The Guildhall, a neo-Gothic building with stained-glass windows, stands beside the river, and St Columb's Cathedral dates from the 1630s. The Siege of Derry of 1688 and 1689 is the best-known episode in its history.

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