tourist attractions derry

The finest and best preserved of all the town fortifications of Ireland are the walls of the city of Derry, or Londonderry as it became known after the city was granted to the London Companies by a charter of James 1 in 1613. It was these planters who laid out the town on a cross-shaped street grid and surrounded it with town walls between 1613 and 1618.

These walls successfully withstood three sieges - in 1641, 1648-9 and, most memorably, in 1688-89, when Irish and French Jacobite for...

This exhibition centre was erected to commemorate the unexpected landing of Amelia Earhart on her historic solo flight across the Atlantic on 21 May 1932.

A museum guide is available for a tour of the centre, who will show where Amelia Earhart landed and will answer any questions on the event.
The centre is located to the north of the city within Ballyarnett natural park. Visits are by appointment....

Situated outside the walled city and overlooking the River Foyle this neo-Gothic style building houses one of the largest four-faced clocks in the British Isles. It also houses various historical artefacts and acts as a civic and cultural centre for the people of Derry. This building houses the local Council Chambers and Mayor's Parlour which are richly ornamented and contain a beautiful range of Stained glass windows.

Admission: Free

Open: Monday to Friday: 9.00 a.m. to 5.00...

The Tower Museum tells the story of Derry, chronicling the history of the city from its geological formation through to the present day. There are special features on Celtic Monasticism, the Plantation and the Siege of Derry....

Downhill

The landscaped estate, gardens and buildings at Downhill near Castlerock reflect the vivid personality of their creator - the flamboyant Earl Bishop, Frederick Hervey.

The house which was designed by Michael Shanahan was one of the most renowned in Ireland and it contained treasures from throughout Europe. It suffered a disastrous fire in 1851 which destroyed most of the contents. It was rebuilt and lived in until shortly after World War 2 when the roof was...

The Apprentice Boys of Derry Memorial Hall now houses the Siege Exhibition and is home to the famous Roaring Meg Canon used throughout the Siege. This building was originally opened in 1877 and is neo gothic Medieval Facade with Tudor tendencies and is one of finest buildings standing on the West Wall overlooking the Brandywell and Bogside. Visits to the hall may be arranged by calling during morning opening hours....

A traditional museum, with emphasis on the city's maritime and riverine connections. Displays also include miscellaneous artefacts which help stimulate a Victorian atmosphere. Temporary exhibitions are regularly displayed....