What to do and see in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

June 12, 2021 Mikaela Didonna

Discover the best top things to do in County Londonderry, United Kingdom including Visit Derry - Visitor Information Centre, The Edge Watersports At The Crannagh Activity Centre, Gortmore Viewpoint, The Lake Kilrea, Tower Museum, Hezlett House, Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House, Limavady Visitor Information Centre, Roe Valley Country Park, Bloody Sunday Memorial.
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1. Visit Derry - Visitor Information Centre

1-3 Waterloo Place, Derry BT48 6BT Northern Ireland +44 28 7126 7284 [email protected] http://www.visitderry.com/Tourist-Information-Centre-A251
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5.0 based on 271 reviews

Visit Derry - Visitor Information Centre

Reviewed By DerAlteBach - Sydney, Australia

The Visitor Information Center is staffed by helpful and friendly people. In particular, the Center is the starting point for the fascinating Martin McCrossan Walking Tour of the Walled City, a history-oriented tour that I highly recommend.

2. The Edge Watersports At The Crannagh Activity Centre

76 Portstewart Road, Coleraine BT52 1SB Northern Ireland +44 28 7051 1481 [email protected] http://www.thecrannaghcomplex.com/activity-centre/
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5.0 based on 94 reviews

The Edge Watersports At The Crannagh Activity Centre

The Edge at Crannagh Activity Centre is the perfect destination for watersports enthusiasts, located outside Coleraine, just a 10 minute drive from Portrush and Portstewart. The Edge has 23 years of experience delivering activities on the beautiful River Bann. First to introduce Waterparks to Northern Ireland, other activities on offer include, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Kayaking, Canoeing along with Banana Boating and Tube Rides. There is also a fully stocked watersports shop with O'Neill Wetsuits, Jobe & ABC Stand Up Paddleboards, Waterskis, Wakeboards and much more.

Reviewed By bashamon - Portrush, United Kingdom

Brilliant morning doing paddle boarding with my 2 grown up kids at the Edge. Had called the day before to arrange and everything was waiting for us on arrival. Never done it before but with a few helpful tips from Jack we were soon on our feet and paddling about on the beautiful river Bann. The boards were immaculate and we were well kitted out in wet suits and life jackets. All the staff were super friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. They even let us stay out a bit beyond our time . It couldn't have gone better. So glad we picked here for our first paddle board experience rather than the sea. During our paddle we even attracted the interest of a seal who swam along side us for 10 mins. A magical experience all round. Best place on the North Coast to enjoy paddle boarding by far 10/10 .

3. Gortmore Viewpoint

Bishop road, Castlerock Bt 49 OLQ Northern Ireland
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Gortmore Viewpoint

Reviewed By 816johna - Belfast, United Kingdom

The drive up to Gortmore from Downhill is exciting to say the least. Low gear and a very steep road with blind bends make it a road to be careful on. Eventually it is worth it when you reach the viewpoint. There are stunning views over to Donegal, up Lough Foyle towards Londonderry and down the North Coast as far as the Giants' Causeway. Even on a warm calm day at sea level the wind at Gortmore is keen and cool.

4. The Lake Kilrea

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5.0 based on 49 reviews

The Lake Kilrea

The Lake Kilrea is a family friendly Outdoor Adventure and Water Park situated in the heart of mid Ulster. We offer many activities including our Aqua Inflatable Adventure Park, Pedalos, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding, climbing wall, archery, Zipline and loads more to come. Our lake is a fresh water spring fed lake which has been quaility tested as extremely clean.

5. Tower Museum

Union Hall Place, Derry BT48 6LU Northern Ireland 48-028-7137-2411 [email protected] http://www.derrystrabane.com/towermuseum
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4.5 based on 472 reviews

Tower Museum

A museum explaining the political conflict that has shaped the city and the country: a must for those unfamiliar with Northern Ireland's war-torn past.

Reviewed By 890jacc

The museum is very interesting and outstandingly good value. Take time to watch he 15 min film at the end as it bought everything together and was very informative. The free exhibition at the start is good too.

6. Hezlett House

Hezlett Farm 107 Sea Road, Castlerock BT51 4TW Northern Ireland +44 28 7084 8728 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

Hezlett House

This 17th Century thatched cottage is full of history and stories. Learn about life inside one of Northern Ireland's oldest surviving buildings. Also home to the interesting Downhill marbles display. The house is open by appointment only, so please call and ask for a tour.

7. Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House

Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP Northern Ireland +44 28 7084 8728 [email protected] https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house
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4.5 based on 479 reviews

Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House

Mussenden Temple is one of the most iconic buildings in Northern Ireland, and is situated within the grounds of Downhill Demesne, a once magnificent manor house owned by the Earl Bishop of Derry, Frederick Hervey. The site is always open, but please see our National Trust website for details of when the facilities are open.

Reviewed By pmam76 - Castlerock, United Kingdom

Lovely walks up to Mussenden and round walled garden great views of Benone and over the Foyle to Donegal fuelled by Al’s Coffee best on the coast

8. Limavady Visitor Information Centre

24 Main Street, Limavady BT49 0FJ Northern Ireland +44 28 7776 0650 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/LimavadyGuide/?fref=nf
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

Limavady Visitor Information Centre

Set within the Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady Visitor Information Centre is a great hub for information on the local area, and the whole Causeway Coast & Glens Region. With regular exhibitions, shows, theatre productions, activities for children and lovely seating areas inside and out, it is an enjoyable place to visit and spend some time. Free brochures, maps and information available. Accommodation booking is also available.

9. Roe Valley Country Park

Dogleap Road Limavady-Dungiven Road, Limavady BT49 9NN Northern Ireland +44 28 7772 2074
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4.5 based on 282 reviews

Roe Valley Country Park

Reviewed By MargaretS2073

We often visit the country park and just love the peace and quiet you find as you walk along the well kept paths close to the beautiful River Roe. we did a full circut of the park yesterday it took us four hours but that included a break for a coffee and we certainly were in no rush. The only thing I do feel is that if the Park service can provide dog poo bins they should also put a litter bin beside them and this might solve the problem of the litter that is lying about. Did notice someone passed a remark about the notice about dogs that worry sheep will be shot and how shocked they were about it but I think signs like that are necessary as too many dogs are allowed to run free without the owners caring where they are and the poor farmer would be even more shocked to find his/her flock and probable livelihood destroyed by roaming dogs Having been there 3 times since Covid restrictions have been lifted we have found the facilities excellent the toilets have been spotless and I would have no hesitation about using them Well done Roe Valley Forest Park staff

10. Bloody Sunday Memorial

Joseph's Place Bogside, Derry Northern Ireland +44 28 7126 7284
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4.5 based on 281 reviews

Bloody Sunday Memorial

Reviewed By Johnny5588 - Austin, United States

This monument was especially poignant since the first victim's name was the father of our tour guide that morning.

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