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A mini guide to
Derry~Londonderry: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Names
Visit Derry uses Derry~Londonderry, and the council is Derry City and Strabane District Council. Signs, buses and people use Derry or Londonderry. The names are used interchangeably in this guide.
Walk the walls
The walls circle the historic centre. Visit Derry lists them among the city's main sights and has details of walking tours.
Different museums, different stories
The Museum of Free Derry, the Peacemakers Museum, the Siege Museum and the Tower Museum each tell part of the city's history. Visiting more than one gives a fuller picture.
Murals and memorials
Some murals and monuments commemorate events of the Troubles and the 1689 siege, and different communities see them differently. The museums' own sites give the context.
The border is close
The Republic of Ireland is a different country and starts a few miles west of the city. Venues across the border are not listed in this guide.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Derry~Londonderry?
Derry~Londonderry is in Derry City and Strabane District, Northern Ireland. A walled city on the River Foyle with museums, cathedrals and a footbridge across the water. Nearby stops and stations include Derry~Londonderry station, Peace Bridge, City of Derry Airport.
How long do I need in Derry~Londonderry?
A day, or a weekend with the Causeway Coast. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Derry~Londonderry's city walls, St Columb's Cathedral, Guildhall. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Derry~Londonderry station (Trains); Peace Bridge (On foot); City of Derry Airport (Flights). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 20 places to eat and drink in and around Derry~Londonderry, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 10 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Derry~Londonderry accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Derry~Londonderry
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Guildhall
Grade A listed guildhall on Guildhall Square, where Derry City and Strabane District Council meets.
Tower Museum
Local history museum in the walled city; Visit Derry lists The Derry Girls Experience and a DNA preview space there.
Museum of Free Derry
Museum in the Bogside on the civil rights movement of the late 1960s and the Free Derry area of the early 1970s.
Northern Ireland
More areas to explore
The Mournes & Newcastle
Granite mountains, forest parks and a seaside town at the foot of Slieve Donard
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Fermanagh Lakelands
Lough Erne islands, National Trust houses and limestone caves around Enniskillen
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Belfast city centre & Cathedral Quarter
Civic landmarks, historic pubs and the alleys of the Cathedral Quarter
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- Ebrington Square: N Chadwick, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Guildhall: Udit Kapoor, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Tower Museum: Ian S, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Museum of Free Derry: FDW777, CC BY 4.0, source
- The Mournes & Newcastle: Ardfern, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Fermanagh Lakelands: Joli, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Belfast city centre & Cathedral Quarter: Bryn Holmes, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Titanic Quarter & East Belfast: Suicasmo, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- The Causeway Coast: Ajay Suresh from New York, NY, USA, CC BY 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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