Arts, Culture & Heritage

Derry is a city with a rich and varied cultural heritage. You’ll feel the hand of history at every step and turn as you discover the story of Derry. From taking a wander on Ireland’s only completely intact City Walls, to discovering our award winning museums whose experiences will move you to the very core. The city is a must add to your bucket list.

A visit isn’t complete without taking a step on our Peace Bridge, if you take a walking tour you’ll often hear our guides explain that the pedestrian and cycle bridge is symbolically shaped like the letter ‘S’, showing that the road to peace is never straightforward.

Perhaps you want to discover UNESCO world heritage sites? – no problem, just take a short drive along the Causeway Coastal Route which was once described by Michael Palin as the most scenic driving route in the world. There you’ll find the Giant’s Causeway.; a geological wonder and home to a wealth of history and legend. Don’t forgot to buy our Visit Derry pass which means you can explore the city and enjoy free access to a number of the city’s top tourist attractions, the most convenient and cost-effective way of seeing the best Derry has to offer.

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Unlock the Walled City

Museums & Art Galleries

Dive deep into Derry’s unique history and discover all there is to know about this thriving historic city. As one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in Ireland, there is history at every turn.
Landmarks

Bucket list at the ready – prepare to tick off some must-see landmarks on your trip to the city. It goes without saying that a visit to Derry isn’t complete without taking a walk on our 17th century City Walls. A walk around the walls reveals a splendid city crammed full of history, heritage and a vibrant cultural scene.
Churches/Cathedrals

We boast two beautiful cathedrals in the city - both worthy of a visit - as well as a plethora of beautiful churches. St Columb’s Cathedral was the first Cathedral built after the Reformation. It is the city’s most historic building containing displays of artefacts from the Siege. It is also home to the locks of the Walled City.
Theatres

Enjoy a theatre experience in the Walled City. Whether it’s a small scale am-dram or a full blown musical theatre experience, you’ll find it all here.
Donegal Attractions

Derry is the perfect base for exploring the rugged, raw beauty of Donegal and its heavenly beaches. Just a short drive away from Derry City Centre, venture onto the Wild Atlantic Way and discover Donegal’s finest tourist attractions.
Other

As one of the most historic cities in Europe, Derry has much more to offer when it comes to arts, culture and heritage. Street performers, live theatre and dance academies are just some of the many exciting experiences available in the Walled City.