Walking Bogside History Tour in Guildhall
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Our walking history tours look at the lasting political and social implications of Bloody Sunday and other local incidents of the Troubles. It begins at the Guildhall in city center and drops into the Bogside area from Derry’s intact city walls. Learn from survivors and family members as you trace the footsteps of the Bloody Sunday march. Our tours also pass the world-famous Bogside Murals, offering in-depth histories of each. We stop by the iconic Free Derry Corner and our tour ends at the Bloody Sunday monument on Rossville Street just across the way from the Museum of Free Derry.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Guildhall
This hour long walking tour in Derry will also retrace parts of the original march and visit places where the dead and wounded fell. The Bogside History Tour will examine the political and social repercussions of Bloody Sunday. The tour will pass ‘The Museum of Free Derry’ and conclude at the Bloody Sunday monument within sight of Free Derry corner and beneath the city walls of Derry. The Bogside (Irish: Taobh an Bhogaigh) is a neighbourhood outside the city walls.. The large gable-wall murals by the Bogside Artists, Free Derry Corner and the Gasyard Féile (an annual music and arts festival held in a former gasyard) are popular tourist attractions. The area has been a focus point for many of the events of the Troubles; in 1969, a fierce three-day battle known as the Battle of the Bogside became a starting point of the Troubles.
Free Derry Corner
The tour will pass ‘The Museum of Free Derry’ and conclude at the Bloody Sunday monument within sight of Free Derry corner and beneath the city walls of Derry
What‘s Included
Walking and Driving Tours available
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Walking Bogside History Tour in Guildhall
Reviews
284 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Honest and eye opening experience. Highly recommend.
katherinesL5882GS,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My father and I did the tour with John and it was such an eye opening experience. John was incredibly knowledgable and was able to really paint a picture about what it was like growing up during the Troubles, as well as what it means to belong to a place full of such rich, and complicated history. We felt very fortunate to hear his personal stories along the way, and hear about how Derry has changed. I was recommended this tour by a friend, and I would wholeheartedly pass the recommendation onto others.
Bogside / Bloody Sunday tour
Z5886PVpaulg,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took a group of students to learn about Bloody Sunday and this history of Derry in The Troubles. This tour was an incredible experience. Very moving and very informative. Paul was an excellent tour guide whose own personal experience and humour comes through at all times. Wonderful to see the murals throughout the Bogside and then to go to the Free Derry museum afterwards. Excellent tour and a great way to see and learn about the city.
Important tour of a fascinating part of our history
AAPPBB,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating explanation of the history and people impacted by Bloody Sunday. John was a superb guide and dealt with the subject in a very balanced way and brought the events to life with direct knowledge of people involved.
A harrowing but vital tour for anyone in Derry
billhY3553YM,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must for anyone who visits Derry. We were honoured and privileged to have Jimmy lead our tour and hear his first hand account of life in the Bogside at various points in history, his harrowing but balanced and important recollections on Bloody Sunday and his reflections on where life in Derry is now
Walking Bogside History tour from the Guildhall.
I3617UCderekb,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a excellent tour. Peadar our guide was so knowledgeable of the area and the history of Derry. A great experience from start to finish. I was also accompanied on the trip with two lovely gents from Belfast who were great company along the walk.
Guildhall tour of the Bogside highly recommended.
S687AGpaulb,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An unbelievable experience and a very insightful and enjoyable tour. Peadar the guide was so friendly, courteous and so knowledgeable and along with his Derry wit built up a rapport with us. Peadar began the tour with a brief talk at the Guildhall on key events from Irish History such as the Normans , Plantations , Siege and Civil Rights. etc. He then brought us into the Bogside providing fascinating description on Bloody Sunday in such an articulate and passionate tone which brought the event to life recalling his own memories and some interesting snippets. Peadar would also keep you unto date on his beloved Derry City as well. Peadar then brought us along the iconic murals and provided a compelling comprehensive explanation of the nature, ethos and message of each mural which was enthralling. If in Derry the Bogside tour from the Guildhall is one to do and will surely enhance your visit and knowledge of the history of Derry. Thanks to Peadar for conducting the worthwhile tour and for Paul organising.
First Class Tour Guide
LeeDee78,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Myself and my husband did the tour with tour guide Jimmy. Listening to his vast knowledge and first hand experience of living on the bogside prior to, during and in the aftermath of Bloody Sunday was both fascinating and harrowing. So many unbelievable lived experiences that opened our eyes to a time we thought we had an understanding of. The tour is a must if visiting Derry and you want to learn more about this city and it's people. Thank you Jimmy for sharing your stories with us.
Bogside walking tour with Jimmy
padraigo677,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really fantastic tour couldn’t recommend highly enough. Jimmy Toye is a superb tour guide and his experience of the the times really enhances the quality of this tour.
Brilliant experience, highly recommend
maireado2026,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A brilliant experience. Our tour guide was John Burke and he was extremely friendly and informative. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area
Very Interesting
mariafJ3370LV,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative tour, John was an excellent tour guide. I highly recommend to anyone. We spent over two hours hearing interesting facts about historical events in Irish History
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