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Londonderry
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Derry/Londonderry is one of the longest continuously inhabited places in Ireland. The most visibly striking feature of the city is its historic walls. It is the only remaining completely walled city in Ireland. The city not only boasts a number of fine historic visitor attractions and tours but also modern day entertainment for all the family and is easily accessible via “…one of the most scenic rail routes in Europe.” (Thomas Cook Guide).
Train: Approximate walking distance from Londonderry Railway Station unless otherwise stated.
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Attractions
Tower Museum
Union Hall Place.
This award winning Museum contains 2 permanent exhibitions.
The Story of Derry exhibition
This exhibition details the history of the city from its earliest geological formation through to the present day covering subjects as diverse as early monasticism, Plantation of Londonderry, the Siege of Derry, the recent Troubles and Derry in the 21st century.
An Armada Shipwreck - La Trinidad Valencera
This exhibition displays many of the objects recovered from one of the largest ships from the Spanish Armada. This vessel sank in Kinnegoe Bay, County Donegal, in 1588. The exhibition tells the story of the discovery of the shipwreck by the City of Derry Sub- Aqua Club in 1971 and the subsequent recovery of the artefacts by a team of underwater archaeologists.
Tel: 028 7137 2411
Web: derrycity.gov.uk/museums
Open: Tues-Sat 10am-5.00pm and open Bank Holidays
Price: Adults £4.00, Family £9.00, Concession £2.00
Train: 25 mins
The Guildhall
This neo-gothic style building houses some of the finest examples of stained glasss windows in Ireland and is the civic and cultural centre for the people of the city.
Tel: 028 7137 7335
Open: Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm
Admission: Free - Guided Tours available July & August.
Train: 20mins
St Columb’s Cathedral
Saint Columb’s Cathedral has stood on its prominent site inside the famous Walls of Derry since 1633. It is the first Cathedral in the British Isles to have been built after the Reformation and is a fine example of 'Planter's Gothic' It also houses the Chapter House Museum.
Tel: 028 7126 7313
Web: www.stcolumbscathedral.org
Open All Year: Mon-Sat 9.00am-5.00pm Winter 9.00am-4.00pm Sunday services all welcome.
Admission: £2.00 per person. Groups welcome
Train: 25 mins
Workhouse Museum
23 Glendermott Road, Waterside
This museum contains the Atlantic Memorial, an exhibition detailing the part played by the city in the Battle of the Atlantic during World War II and other exhibits dealing with Workhouse life and the Great Famine.
Tel: 028 7131 8328
Web: www.derrycity.gov.uk/museums
Open: Mon-Thurs & Sat 10.00am-4.30pm
Admission: Free
Train: 20mins
Museum of Free Derry
Glenfada Park
The people’s story of government oppression, the struggle for civil rights, the Battle of the Bogside, Internment, Free Derry and Bloody Sunday.
Tel: 028 7136 0880
Web: www.museumoffreederry.org
Open: All year Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm
Sat (Mar-Sept) 1.00pm-4.00pm
Sun (Jun-Sept) 1.00pm-4.00pm
Admission: £3.00 per person or £1.50 concession
Train: 20mins
Lough’s Agency- Riverwatch
22 Victoria Road
Riverwatch offers people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to explore and discover the wonderful natural resources of the Foyle and Carlingford Lough.
Tel: 02871 342100
Email: www.loughs-agency.org
Open: Mon-Fri 10am –4pm, Sat 10am –4pm (August only)
Admission: Free
Train: 25 mins
Prehen House
Prehen Road
A rare sophisticated early Georgian family house attributed to one of Ireland’s finest architects. Prehen is home to Ireland’s greatest love story, the legend of half-hanged McNaughton.
Tel: 028 7134 2829
Web: www.prehen.net
Open: Apr-Sept Tues-Sun 2.00pm-5.00pm
Admission: Adult £4.00 Children £1.00
Train: 25 mins
Foyle Cruises
Harbour Museum, Harbour Square
Tel: 028 7136 2857
Open: Daily and weekend sailings at 2.00pm to Culmore Bay (duration 1 hr 15mins). Please call to confirm all sailing times in advance.
Web: www.foylecruiseline.com
Price: Adults £7 Senior Citizens £5 Family Tickets £20
(2 adults & 2 children). Discount voucher at www.translink.co.uk/NorthCoast
Train: 25 mins
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Walking/Bus/Taxi/Boat Tours
There are a variety of tours that incorporate the city’s past and present making it a fascinating recollection of events that have led to today’s story of a city pulsing with life and vibrant with centuries of culture and heritage.
Tel: 028 7126 7284 (Tourist Information Centre)
Web: www.derryvisitor.com
Tours depart daily from the Tourist Information Centre, 44 Foyle St
Train: 15 mins
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Shopping
The City houses two major shopping centres (Foyleside and Richmond), a number of designer boutiques and a unique craft village.
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Theatre
There are a number of key venues that provide theatre entertainment ie Millennium Forum, Waterside Theatre, Playhouse Theatre and Verbal Arts Centre to mention a few. For further information on 'whats on ' please telephone 02871 267284 (Tourist Information Centre).
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Summer Events (July/August/September)
Key events 2007
| 27 June –2 July | Celtronic Festival |
| July-Sept | Walled City Cultural Trail |
| 7 July | Walled City Market |
| 7-8 July | Foyle Regatta |
| 14 July | Lark in the Park |
| 16-27 July | Children’s Art Festival at The Playhouse |
| 21-29 July | Gasyard Wall Féile |
| 25-29 July | University of Ulster Foyle Cup |
| 4 August | Walled City Market |
| 23-26 August | City of Derry Guitar Festival |
| 26 August | Irish Walled Towns Day |
| 8 September | Gee’s Waterside Half-Marathon |
| 7-16 September | Magners Big Tickle Comedy Festival |
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Accommodation
The selection of accommodation available includes an excellent choice of quality hotels, cosy bed & breakfast, stylish self catering and comfortable hostels. For further information on accommodation
Tel: 02871 276284
Email: www.derryvisitor.com