Welcome to the Walled City

Welcome to Derry~Londonderry, the home of Ireland's only completely intact historic Walled City, the Derry Girls, award winning museums and some of the greatest outdoor festivals in the world!

With world-class visitor experiences on our doorstep, and a cosmopolitan vibe all year round, there’s so much to do in our compact, walkable city and even more reason to stay for longer.

Did you know, we’re the perfect hub for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way and the Causeway Coastal Route.

So come join us on a giant adventure, we guarantee it will be LegenDerry!

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Derry Halloween

Join us for Europe's Largest Halloween Festival - Derry Halloween. Watch the Walled City come to life with ancients spirits welcoming you to join in our Awakening. Check out the Derry Halloween programme here.
Four Day Derry Halloween Itinerary
Welcome to the BEST destination in the world to celebrate Halloween – Derry~Londonderry! With three nights of Derry Halloween fun, we promise this will be an unforgettable experience – filled with ghosts and ghouls, Halloween in the Walled City is like no other. To give you some inspiration for your trip this year, we’ve pulled together a four day itinerary to help plan your Derry Halloween visit.

21 Oct 2021
Accommodation

There’s so much choice in Derry~Londonderry when it comes to choosing where to stay, with options available to suit everyone’s budget and taste. So whether you want to stay in the heart of the city action, or somewhere a little quieter then you’ll have plenty to choose from. From international hotel brands, boutique designer hotels right through to the best B&Bs, guest houses and self-catering accommodation in the country – we’ve got them in abundance.
Things to Do

There’s so much to discover in the Walled City with bucket loads of activities to suit all taste. Derry is home to it all. Discover our 400-year-old City Walls, award-winning museums and theatres or why not try your hand at one of our water attractions, like Stand Up Paddleboarding. Take a step through history and go on a walking tour – we promise they won’t disappoint.
Food and Drink

Whether you are looking for contemporary cuisine, a fine dining experience or your just re-fuelling the kids, you'll find it all in Derry! The local chefs are keen to use local produce, transforming it into a wonderful culinary delight for your gourmet pleasure. Our restaurants, bistros and brasseries will have you coming back for second helpings. The choice is remarkable for a city of its size.
Derry Girls

Come and visit the place that inspired Derry Girl Lisa McGee’s award winning TV show. Enjoy a Derry Girls screen walking tour, taking you to some of the show’s most iconic filming locations. You'll also get the chance to get your selfie taken outside the famous Derry Girls Mural. Afterwards, enjoy a Derry Girls themed afternoon tea, featuring a cream horns, cones of chips, a crisp sarnie and more!
Top Ten Reasons To Visit Derry
There are so many great reasons to visit Derry~Londonderry but here’s a few suggestions.

26 Apr 2021
Explore Derry Virtually

Take a virtual tour of Derry~Londonderry from home. Here you'll be able to go on and off our historic 400-year-old City Walls, see the Guildhall up close and even experience 360 views of some of our most iconic visitor attractions, including the Free Derry Corner, Derry Girls Mural, Peace Bridge and more. We hope you enjoy it!
Offers

Check out our latest Welcome Back Hotel Offers, with some amazing discounts at some of the city's most popular hotels. Not only could you save money on a three-nights-for-two or kids-go-free type of offer, but you’ll find that saving money doesn’t have to mean missing out on other little luxuries.
Visitor Pass

The Visit Derry Pass is the Official Sightseeing ticket for the Walled City of Derry~Londonderry. Valid for one or two days the pass provides access to ten handpicked attractions, saving money on admission fees whilst seeing the best the city has to offer. You will also receive a Visit Derry map, local tips and offers to make sure you get the very most from your trip. Insightful and inspiring, the Visit Derry Pass is a winner for all ages and a great way to save money and time.
What's On

For such a small corner of the world, you’ll find there’s very rarely a dull moment in Northern Ireland. That’s all part and parcel of this dynamic spot’s get up and go, and for you the visitor, it makes taking part in the life, and soul, of the place so much more fun.

Derry Londonderry is...

Step beyong the 400 year old city walls and County Londonderry is home to some of Northern Ireland's other giants including a Nobel Laureate.

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Shopping

A shopping trip in Derry~Londonderry will most definitely not disappoint. From luxury boutique stores, to high street chains and our stunning craft shops, you’ll find everything you need and more. So whether you’re visiting the city to explore our historic 400-year-old Walls, award winning museums or even simply just to check out our social scene, make sure you swing by our shopping centres too.
Excursions

The Walled City - where the Wild Atlantic Way Meets the Causeway Coastal Route. Derry is the perfect base for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way and the Causeway Coastal Route. Take a day trip to see the rugged Donegal hills and its glorious beaches, or why not take an excursion along the Causeway Coastal Route and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Giant’s Causeway. If hill walking is your thing, then take a trip to the Sperrins, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Tours

Whether it’s a walking, bus or taxi tour you’re looking for – then we’ve got you covered! There are a wide range of walking tours available in the city from political and historical tours, right down to Derry Girls screen tours.