Guidebook for Londonderry
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Tower Museum
Union Hall PlaceLocal history of the city, very good exhibition.
The Peace Bridge
Beautiful view of the city and part of a walk along the river.
St. Columb's Cathedral
17 London StStunning architecture in the heart of the city.
Brooke Park
A small walk from my house.
St. Columb's Park
4 Limavady RdAnother lovely park.
The Playhouse
5-7 Artillery StLocal theatre. Check for latest productions and art exhibitions.
Free Derry Corner
Glenfada ParkLocal history.
Tourist Information Centre
1 Waterloo PlFor good local information and bookings.
St. Eugene's Cathedral
Creggan StreetNearest Catholic church.
Void Gallery
10 Waterloo PlArt Gallery
Bedlam
32 Shipquay StVintage furniture, clothes, jewellery.
Brunswick Moviebowl
Pennyburn Industrial EstateLocal cinema
The Dark Hedges
Bregagh RoadA must see. 200 year old Beech trees.
Great day out to see the basalt pillars of the Giant's Causeway.
531 locals recommend
Giant's Causeway
Great day out to see the basalt pillars of the Giant's Causeway.
National Trust Carrick-a-Rede
119a Whitepark RdDare you walk the rope bridge?
National Trust - Downhill Demesne
Mussenden RoadStunning building and view of the beach.
Dunluce Castle
87 Dunluce RdPrecariously hanging onto the cliff, this castle is stunning.
Ballintoy
Great stop for lunch. And walk across the coastline.
City of Derry Airport
Airport RoundaboutThe nearest airport.
Culmore Point
Culmore PointLovely view of the river
Templemore Sport Centre
Buncrana RoadSwimming pool, running track, indoor pitches.
Rathlin Island
Puffins and cycling.
Stunning scenery. Most northerly point in Ireland, and sometimes there's a little van selling great coffee and cakes at Banba's Crown, not to be missed. This is also the start of the Wild Atlantic Way
99 locals recommend
Malin Head
Stunning scenery. Most northerly point in Ireland, and sometimes there's a little van selling great coffee and cakes at Banba's Crown, not to be missed. This is also the start of the Wild Atlantic Way
Swan Park
30 Cahir O'Doherty AveBeautiful coastal walk, with stunning views of Lough Swilly.
Portsalon
One of the most beautiful beaches in Ireland.
Isle Of Doagh Cross Inscribed Slab
Outstanding views of the Inishowen peninsula.
Knockamany
Spectacular view point.
Beautiful drive through the gap to a spectacular view of Leenan bay and south Donegal.
9 locals recommend
Mamore Gap
Mamore GapBeautiful drive through the gap to a spectacular view of Leenan bay and south Donegal.
Old Bushmills Distillery
2 Distillery RdFor whiskey lovers.
Mystical island, with lovely beach and pier looking out the mouth of Lough Swilly.
9 locals recommend
Inch Island
Mystical island, with lovely beach and pier looking out the mouth of Lough Swilly.
Dunree
Fantastic disused military fort. Great views and small museum.
You can catch a ferry from here to the beach on the other side of Lough Foyle.
Greencastle Ferry station
You can catch a ferry from here to the beach on the other side of Lough Foyle.
Magilligan - Greencastle
Magilligan - GreencastleFerry crossing.
Traditional music, good food and a beautiful beach and stunning views.
36 locals recommend
McGrory's Hotel Culdaff
Traditional music, good food and a beautiful beach and stunning views.
Ballyliffin
Surf beach.
Five Finger Strand
Stunning beach.
Atlantic Way
Atlantic WaySurf beach.
Drinks & Nightlife
Timber Quay Restaurant Derry
100 Strand RdGood restaurant, riverfront views.
Peadar O'Donnells Bar
63 Waterloo StreetTraditional music. Guinness!
Shopping
The Donegal Shop
8 Shipquay StAll things Irish and creative.
Food Scene
The Exchange
Queens QuayGood for value and food.
Custom House Restaurant
Queens QuayGood restaurant and interior design.
Cedar Restaurant
32 Carlisle RdExcellent Lebanese food. BYO
La Sosta Restaurant
45A Carlisle RdSuperb Italian restaurant. Pricey.
The Sooty Olive
162 Spencer RdGood restaurant with a lovely walk across the Peace Bridge.