Your flight to Londonderry (also known as Derry) takes you to Northern Ireland’s second-largest city, founded in the 6th century. Stroll round the 17th-century city walls that completely encircle the old city and discover the story behind the murals at Bogside Artists’ Studio.
Explore the development of Londonderry at the Tower Museum with its exhibits on monasticism, plantation and the Siege of Derry. Learn about the more recent history of Londonderry at the Bloody Sunday Centre, showcasing the recent history from civil rights to Operation Motorman.
Away from the crowds discover the natural resources of the River Foyle and Carlingford Loughs or visit the Downhill Estate & Mussenden Temple on a wild headland near Castlerock (40km from Londonderry). Or drive along the coast to Antrim and the mysterious Giant’s Causeway (50km from Londonderry).
The people of Londonderry are proud of their Foyle Salmon, known as the king of Irish fish. Try it oak-smoked or opt for the local Malin Head crab, locally farmed oysters or medallions of monkfish. Enjoy Londonderry’s craic with a few pints of Guinness and live music. |