What to do and see in Derry, Northern Ireland: The Best Historic Walking Areas

April 17, 2022 Alice Mieles

Derry (/ˈdɛri/), officially Londonderry (/ˈlʌndənˌdɛri/), is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of Ireland. The name Derry is an anglicisation of the Old Irish name Daire (modern Irish: Doire) meaning "oak grove". In 1613, the city was granted a Royal Charter by King James I and gained the "London" prefix to reflect the funding of its construction by the London guilds. While the city is more usually known colloquially as Derry, Londonderry is also commonly used and remains the legal name.
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1. City Walls

City Centre, Derry Northern Ireland +44 28 7137 7577 http://www.derrycitytours.com
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City Walls

Reviewed By holly74limerick - County Clare, Ireland

Great walk along the walls of Derry Steeped in history Loads to read along the way & simple write ups Highly recommend

2. The Craft Village

Shipquay St, Derry BT48 6AR Northern Ireland +44 28 7126 0329 [email protected] http://www.derrycraftvillage.com/
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The Craft Village

Reviewed By Whatstheuseofwondrin - Derry, United Kingdom

This little gem in side the City Walls (Derry) is so well hidden some people don't find it! Walk half way up Shipquay St and there's an entrance on your right! As you walk through you see Edel McBrides Wool Shop and on the wall to the left the magnificent Factory Girls Mural showing the history of the City's famous shirt factory industry the world leader in days gone by. The factory in the mural Tillie & Henderson was the largest in the world at the time! Opposite there is Craft19 Design shop. On through Gate Cafe, Irish Shop, Walled City Crafters, Sass & Halo, Foyle Books, Salon One (have your hair done) City of Derry Crystal, Derry Design Makers,Blu Moon, Funky Cakes. The Cottage Craft Gallery & Coffee Shop (great crepes), Foyle Books So much to see. At different times there can be entertainment in the square in here. You can walk on through here and come out on Magazine street and the famous Derry Walls are right in front of you.

3. The Two Bridges Walk

Derry Northern Ireland +44 28 7126 7284 http://www.mapmywalk.com/routes/view/5466660
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The Two Bridges Walk

4. City Panoramas: Creggan

Creggan Heights, Derry Northern Ireland +44 28 7126 7284

5. Columban Heritage Trail

Derry Northern Ireland +44 28 7126 7284

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