Private Tour
Derrie Danders: Highlights of the Walled City a Self-Guided Audio Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Welcome to the historic city of Derry – or Londonderry, depending on who you ask. Ours is a city rich in complex history, and filled with locals who’ll invite you to stay and "enjoy the craic".
This self-guided GPS audio tour takes you on a full circuit of the city's 400-year-old walls. I’ll point out many of the famous historical and cultural sights en route and suggest places to return to for longer visits.
You may know a bit about the city from the recent comedy series Derry Girls, and we’ll visit the popular mural dedicated to the show. But on this tour you’ll also hear about:
• The city's saint, St Columba / Colmcille, who first established his monastery here in 542 AD
• The great Siege of Derry in 1688 and 1689
• The Troubles, which were a part of life here from 1969 to 1994
• The city's role in the second world war and the Battle of the Atlantic
• Immigration during the Plantation of Ulster
• Emigration during the Irish Potato Famine, or Great Famine, from 1845 to 1849
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Peace Flame
The tour starts outside the Peace Flame garden.
Walled city Londonderry
The tour passes by sections of the wall
What‘s Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Food and drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation
Options
Walled City in English
English language version
Walled City in French
French language version
Walled City in Spanish
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent walking tour
Heather C,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this tour on a damp and windy day but that didn't take away from our enjoyment (come prepared!!). David was so knowledgeable about the complete history and geography of the city and pointed out details we would never have spotted on our own. Next time we visit we will definitely book one of David's other tours. It was a great experience that we would highly recommend.
A great experience
K6427ORdavids,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David is a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. He knows Derry like the back of his hand and he gave us a real understanding of the Troubles and the history that preceded them. He made the city come alive for us and we highly recommend him to anyone traveling to Derry. David and Sheila, Kansas City, MO
An excellent, affordable and flexible tour option.
johnrY5070YT,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the first time that my wife and I have used a Voice Map tour. We found that it worked exactly as described and we were very happy with the experience. I downloaded the tour to my Apple phone and my wife to her Android phone and both were great. The format gave us the flexibility to take the time we needed, including taking little side trips to see attractions of more interest. A very cost-effective option.
Derry walking Excellent
John K,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very enjoyable and informative walk around Derry walls. Even the rain couldn't spoil it. Highly recommend
Excellent overview tour on your own time
JenniferLynne W,,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice to be able to do this on your own schedule. Tour podcast was a good summary overview of the history and sites of Derry.
Great Derry information at my own pace!
Christine C,,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I loved this self guided, go at your own pace tour! It gave us an overview of the area so we went back later to visit the suggested sites, museums, etc.
Easy and convenient overview of the Walled City.
ellen w,,Jun 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There is definitely an advantage to using this guided audio travelogue. It can be stopped when needed and pick up again. The GPS tells the recorded narrator when you are approaching then next feature. You can stop it to take a side trip or a break. The downloaded map helps.
Great tour
kateh643,,Sep 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A most informative and interesting tour - Londonderry is the most fascinating city and David gave us a very balanced and enjoyable insight into it.
Recommending the Derrie Danders Walking Tour of the Derry, NI City Walls
davidmI3894GL,,May 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice tour of the Derry, NI City Walls with David Douglas of Derrie Danders! The rainy weather was disappointing, but fortunately, Mr. Douglas had the energy to keep our small group engaged with all the sites and history around the Derry Walls. Very knowledgeable, interesting and balanced in his presentation of the complex legacy of Derry.
Great value for money.
Victoria N,,May 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful and informative audio tour. We loved the history and was well directed from spot to spot.
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