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Specialised Immersive History Experiences - Private Tours

5.0(20)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours
Ledwidge Blue Plaque - Ebrington Square

About this activity

This range of tours is UNIQUE to Derrie Danders Walking and Audio Tours. Tours are normally two hours and restricted to 15 guests for QUALITY but larger groups and longer tours can requested .

The current tour options available are:

LOOK BEHIND THE BLUE PLAQUES

This tour explains the history of the people named on the blue plaques that are sited on buildings in the city.

RESEARCH SCOTS IRISH HISTORY & HERITAGE/USA 250

A history of the Ulster Scots connected to the city and/or

the story of the people who emigrated the local ports and founded USA

MEET THE "REAL" DERRY GIRLS

This tour covers many of the influential and Inspirational women in the city's history, i.e the real Derry Girls.

TUNE IN TO THE CITY'S MUSICAL HERITAGE

A Musical heritage tour of the city - A Spotify playlist accompanies this tour

EXPLORE THE CITY'S INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE

Especially the importance of the Shirt Factories

WATERSIDE HERITAGE TOUR

A walk around the Waterside or East Bank focussing on Street Art

What's included

  • ✓Licensed Tour Guide

Not included

  • ✕Lunch

Meeting and pickup

  • Scots Irish/Ulster Scots History and Heritage Tour. At the reception desk of the New Gates Arts Centre or at the entrance if outside opening hours - Guide will normally be wearing Derrie Danders branded clothing.
  • Shirt Factories/Music Tours OUTSIDE Visit Derry customer Entrance Door opposite Maiden Heaven coffee and ice cream shop - Guide will normally be wearing blue Derrie Danders branded clothing
  • Blue Plaques Tour - Beside Peace Tree and Bakery, just off Browning Drive, near Ebrington Square- Guide will normally be wearing blue Derrie Danders branded clothing.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A wheelchair and stroller accessible route can be arranged - please request at time of booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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