Derry is one of the most walkable cities in Ireland — and almost all of its key historic sites are within 15 minutes on foot from The City of Derry Apartments.
Self-Guided Route — Free | Allow 2–3 hours
Stop 1 — The Guildhall | 🚶 7 min from apartments Free entry. Begin here for an introduction to the city’s history, with the Plantation of Ulster exhibition and stunning stained glass. guildhallderry.com
Stop 2 — The City Walls | 🚶 8 min from apartments Built between 1613 and 1619, the walls remain completely intact — you can walk the entire circuit of approximately one mile, the only place in Ireland or Britain where this is possible. Nitourist Free to walk. Allow 45–60 minutes.
Stop 3 — Tower Museum | Just inside the walls | 💷 £4 Open daily 9am–4pm. towermuseumcollections.com
Stop 4 — The Craft Village | City centre A wonderfully preserved section of the city dating back to the 18th century, with cobblestoned streets — ideal for a break and a snack. My Ireland Tour
Stop 5 — Bogside Murals & Museum of Free Derry | 🚶 10 min from apartments Head down from the walls to Rossville Street for the murals, then visit the museum. museumoffreederry.org
Want a guided tour instead?
Martin McCrossan City Tours | ⭐ 4.8 | 📞 +44 28 7127 1996 11 Carlisle Road | 🚶 12 min walk from apartments Daily tours at 10am, 12 noon, 2pm, and 4pm for only £6 per person — no booking required, just show up. Children aged 12 and under accompanied by an adult go free. Derrycitytours
