Derry

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The Tower Museum

The Tower Museum tells the story of Derry’s history, from its geological formation to the present day, including the Plantation, the Siege of Derry and the city’s political past.

It also features the Armada Shipwreck exhibition, which explores the recovery of La Trinidad Valencera, shipwrecked off the Donegal coast in 1588.

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The Museum of Free Derry

The Museum of Free Derry in the Bogside encapsulates the city’s living history of the Troubles and the Story of Bloody Sunday. The Harbour Museum places its emphasis on not so dry land focusing on the city’s maritime connections. Londonderry’s mighty City Walls may never have been breached, but throughout the years many of the city’s ancient buildings were destroyed by the many sieges on them.

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The City Walls

Derry’s historic City Walls are one of the city’s most iconic attractions, offering a fascinating walk through centuries of history. Built in the 17th century, the walls still surround the old city and provide wonderful views across Derry.

Visitors can enjoy a scenic walk along the walls while taking in historic landmarks, gates, cannons and views over the city streets below.

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The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall

The Apprentice Boy’s Memorial Hall is where the Siege of Derry celebrations take place each year and it is well worth a visit. One building that amazingly survived the Siege of Derry is the magnificent St Columb’s Cathedral.

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