Unlock the Walled City

If Derry’s famous 400-year-old Walls were to speak, they’d have some mighty tales to tell. Come and join us on the city’s newest walking tour of Ireland’s only completely intact Walled City. Learn about the Siege, Emigration and Troubles on this unique walking tour. Dating back to the 6th century, the city of Derry~Londonderry is steeped in history at every turn. St Columba founded a monastery here and the city’s name comes from the old Irish word for Oak grove.

The impressive City Walls provide a unique promenade to view the layout of the original town which still preserves its Renaissance style street plan. It is one of the few cities in Europe that never saw its fortifications breached, withstanding several sieges.

You can learn all about these on the tour, as well as find out why the city was once home to one of Ireland’s largest emigration ports.