Why choose this Londonderry tour ?
Available as either a Private Group Tour or Individual Places on a Public Tour, you will walk a FULL circuit around the 400 year old “‘Derry Walls”. Tour guest numbers are restricted for quality reasons.
1. Private Group Tour (105-120mins)(1-15 places) Starting point and route can be varied on request, particularly to facilitate disabled or wheelchair guests. Dates released up to 12 months in advance.
2. Public Tour -Individual Places (75-90mins)(1-10 places)- dates released on a weekly basis.
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 role of the city in two World Wars , the recent Troubles, the peace process inc Brexit, and the Derry Girls.
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What makes Derry/Londonderry – City Walls History Walking Tours a unique experience ?
In this section of the tour we will be able to see the Walls of Derry, the Guildhall, the Tower Museum, oldest cannons on the Walls and views of Peace Bridge. We will consider the history of the city from its origins to plantation and the building of the Walls.
From this section of the tour we will be looking at Ferryquay Gate, the Playhouse, St Columb’s Cathedral and the Fountain Estate, as well as discussing aspects of the sieges history of the city
In this section of the tour we will be looking at Bishops Gate, Double Bastion, St Augustine’s Church,Walkers Plinth, Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall, and First Derry Presbyterian Church.
In this section of the tour we will be looking at the section of the Walls from Butcher Gate back to Shipquay Place, and considering more aspects of the city’s history from the time of the siege to the present day. We will also visit the Craft Village.
A brief introduction only to the Guildhall.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A wheelchair and stroller accessible route can be arranged for private group tours – please request at time of booking.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- PUBLIC Tour
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Individual Places (Max of 10): Book all 10 places if available to convert to a private tour.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Approximately 75-90 minutes depending on guests walking speeds. - Private Group Tour (105mins)
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Private Group Tour : Book for your group of 1 to 15 people
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Alternative inner city centre start points, such as hotels can usually be arranged. Please request after booking.
Tour Route: Tour route can usually be adapted for guests who use a wheelchair or have other disabilities, if notified in advance.
Derry/Londonderry – City Walls History Walking Tours Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Licensed Tour Guide
Not Included
- Admission Fees
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 118 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
