Derry/Londonderry - City Walls History Walking Tour Experiences

Description

One of the few tours that walks a full circuit of the famous City Walls with smaller sized groups for the quality and comfort of guests.

Available as either a PUBLIC Tour with individual places or as a PRIVATE Tour.

1. Private Tours (2 hrs)(1-15 places) Alternative starting points and routes can be requested and adapted to facilitate disabled or wheelchair guests.

2. Public Tour -Individual Places (75-90mins)(1-15 places)

3. Full/Half Day tours are available within the Specialised History tour option

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.

Included / Excluded
  • Licensed Tour Guide
  • Admission Fees
Start / End Locations

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End Location:

Accessibility
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 1 days

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

A wheelchair and stroller accessible route can be arranged for private group tours - please request at time of booking.

Operated by:

Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours

About operator:

Immerse yourself in Derry/Londonderry with Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours, led by local expert guides and storytellers. The experiences combine informative historical contexts with engaging Ulster-Scots culture, offering both self-guided audio options and private or small-group walking tours. Explore the Maiden City’s streets, landmarks and hidden gems through carefully crafted routes, supported by audio overlays, maps, and expert commentary. Tours can be tailored to interests, from ancient origins to modern culture, with private itineraries and themed routes. Available on VoiceMap, Pelago, and other platforms, these tours invite travelers to discover, reflect, and connect with the city.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 105 minutes - 120 minutes
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
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