Private Tour
Herstory Derry Tour
Overview
1 hour
Mobile ticket
It's history but not as you know it! This is the story of the women NOT in the other tours - the women of Derry and the famous women who visited here'. The Herstory Derry Tour' is researched and led by award-winning filmmaker and academic Anne Crilly.
This unique tour tells the herstory of the women in the city and gives an additional insight into the historic city of Derry.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Butcher's Gate
Introduction to the 'Herstory' tour. Learn how the term 'The Maiden City' originated during the Siege of Derry . Enter the Walled City through Butcher Street Gate
Derry
The Diamond is the centre of the Walled City. View the Guildhall where Suffragettes me. Find the only woman's name on the war memorial and learn about Amelia Earhart's connection to Derry where Suffragettes met
What‘s Included
Expert Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Herstory Derry Tour
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best decision we made!
EnglishTripHead,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was the best decision we made! Anne is a stable of the community, and a storyteller through and through. She deftly weaves together the wider narratives about Derry, the Irish history, and her personal stories and knowledge. Her commitment to the women's movement of Derry and her personal herstory with the city makes for rich and nuanced insight. We also loved how intimate our tour was. As we walked around we passed absolutely giant groups of people in other tours, having to keep pace with one another. Meanwhile our party of 2 could go at a pace and tempo which felt right and appropriate for us, making the walking tour accessible. Thank you Anne. 😊
Must do Tour
kylee nug,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jumped on this tour on a rainy Easter Monday when the town was quiet due to the holiday. A great experience and a really interesting take on the history of Derry and all the wonderful women who have shaped its history. The tour is one hour so perfect for those with limited time in the city. Great to hear different stories. Must do tour.
A Great Wee Tour
ColinC715,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great wee tour looking at events from a different perspective. It was informative, entertaining and didn’t miss the hard issues
Wonderful tour. It was...
fq7vpc494z,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour. It was informative, fun and a fresh perspective. Would recommend to anyone visiting Derry.
A very interesting tour
B1822AMruthm,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anne came out to give the two of us a tour and we had a lovely time walking around the city. Not only was she very knowledgeable about the history of Derry and particularly the women, many of whom were forgotten, but we also spotted places we want to spend more time visiting that we might not have found on our own :)
Great Alternative Tour
carla m,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anne was an excellent tour guide- engaging and informative! Lots of information that I hadn’t heard on other tours. Friendly and full of craic!
Herstories are for all ages!
Seaside676469,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My twin 12 year old girls and I had a wonderful time learning about history through the eyes of the women of Derry. Anne was so knowledgeable but also a great story teller and my girls and I really enjoyed themselves and learned so much! I would highly recommend this walking tour for anyone who wants to get a more intimate experience learning about the Maiden city - Anne covers so much information you won't miss out on anything you could get on another tour but you will also get to learn about Herstory!
Our guide gave us the...
Elizabeth O,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide gave us the history of women rarely mentioned or discussed. I appreciated it and learned a lot.
Annes so knowledgeable n great experience.
364brendanw,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks Anne for a very informative and generous walk highlighting hidden histories and injustices of women in the community throughout herstory...a perspective missing from other tours ...wish we could ve talked more and about your films etc Thank you n all the best ... A n B, Sheffield
An excellent tour with a difference
028triciap,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A brilliant tour with Anne who was very knowledgeable and brought the whole thing to life. As we are in our late 70s, we were concerned about the hilly nature of Derry but were pleased that the steepest parts were avoided and it was all very manageable.
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