We enjoyed a really fantastic day together here at the folk park, met up with another family of 4,…read moreso we had a big gang of 8 walking together through the park, in pouring rain, and it was a perfect day! We had children ages 6-15 and each one thought it was fascinating, the adults, too. It went on a bit too long for me- I was so surprised how many stops there were on the tour- and I ran out of stream! So come well-rested and prepared with good walking shoes and an umbrella, if needed. Cute gift shop. Very nice café. Loved it! Highly

It's been so long since we were here last that we'd forgotten almost all of it. Maybe it's just a…read moreseries of senior moments but I'll tell you what it's superb and a great way to spend 3 or more hours. There's no down side to this place. This is a superb living park where you walk through 18th & 19th century thatched cottages, a blacksmiths forge, a school house, a Roman Catholic Church, a Meeting House, a bank, general stores, barns, log cabins, you'll board a ship (to go from Ireland to America) meet the captain and you'll meet other delightful costumed characters who demonstrate traditional crafts, tell real stories. They are very likely to share good food with you. We had pumpkin pie, a molasses based shoo fly pie, apple pie, fruit cake and other goodies. Many of the buildings were dismantled from their original places in Ireland & America and re-built here. The influential Mellon family feature (banking, oil, steel and shares in HJ Heinz & General Motors) as does the Campbell family. Both families are originally from the area so further adding to the authenticity of the park. There are 44 separate outdoor places to go visit in addition to the exhibitions inside and notably they have a very good Titanic exhibition. So a dry day is essential or at least a dry half day. There's also a very good cafe with tasty food rather than the rubbish a lot of places serve up these days. In fact if I was close by I'd go here to eat without going into the folk park.

Admission is free. The Centre gift shop, play, and picnic areas are accessible. There is a cafe…read moreand environmental events. They have four miles of bird-watching, footpaths, ponds, and woodland. You have to arrange for guided group walks.

A great day out for familys or couples. The discovery centre itself is a great source of…read moreinformation/education on the history and wildlife of the surrounding area. maps and guidance can be obtained which will help the visitor follow winding trails, and discern surrounding flora. Right on the shore of lough neagh, there is also great fishing to be had here!! The restaurant and coffee shop also offers a great variety of hot food at reasonable prices. Well worth a visit!!

I certainly recommend this tour; I've lived a lifetime in this statelet; I've seen quite a few…read morehorrors and I'm glad we have relative peace - a peace that has come at far too high a price. Thousands of our citizens died for nothing really. I knew of the murders of unarmed innocent people that took place in this proud city. I knew of the lies and the cover-ups but I knew little of the detail until we took this guided tour when we were in the city for a few nights. To be honest I didn't give these killings too much thought as many more followed. It also felt a bit odd participating in a tour in your own country about a history I lived through, as it feels that it's only for tourists but it's not, rather everyone in the country should have the opportunity to take this tour. I saw for the first time where the State murders actually occurred. The area is so condensed, small, contained; slaughter in an area smaller than our local car park and that awful reality hit me like a hammer. Those who give the tour speak with passion and they do so without bitterness. It is this that is the loudest message from this tour - forgiveness and a sense of peace allows these folks to move on Janus-like looking to a brighter future while not forgetting an awful past. There's a lesson in humanity here for us all.

Tourist information offices abound in every city but they are only as good as the people working in…read morethem. The Derry Tourist Office is one of the best I have visited. The young lady behind the counter, a budding Goth I believe, was so obliging, friendly and smiley. Shows, never judge a book by its cover. She had us sorted in no time with a free city map with all the attractions she had circled. Yes, I said free. Elsewhere we had paid £1.50 for a similar map but I won't say where except it was a map of Oxford LOL. Derry Information Office you have done your wonderful city, PROUD. Thank you.

Small intimate venue which holds a number of different types of events, from concerts to plays and…read moreconferences to comedies. Also has a small restaurant/ tea room which means you can get a bite to eat either before or after the event you are attending.

I always stay here when Im in Derry. Very quaint B&B! Very homey and very clean and modern. A…read morelittle bit more hip than the ones in the Republic (these people ARE under British rule after all).. Close to city centre and right up the hill from the Bogside! Right across the street is a good chip shop but they dont serve tarter sauce! Luckily, there is a grocery store right by. The owners live in the house so when ya sit down for a proper irish fry you actually sit at their table...ya dont get that at a fancy schmancy hotel! If your ever up in Derry, I recomend that ya stay here..

This is a very friendly establishment located on the staffordstown road outside randalstown - the…read morearea is really nice for walks and with some great scenery as well making it a great place to relax and unwind. The location is about 5 miles outside of antrim town so still close enough to the local amenities.

Ruairi O hEara is a stellar historical guide for his ability to bring to life the city of Derry. As…read morea survivor of the Troubles, Ruairi offers keen insights into the nature of conflict and the challenges of peacebuilding--not only for Northern Ireland, but for all of us, wherever we come from. I've gone on his tour seven times with student groups since 2011, and he and his city keep changing. I'm always learning something new both about Derry and about being human."--Dr. Philip Metres, director of the Peace, Justice, and Human Rights program at John Carroll University (Cleveland, Ohio).

Great tiour guide.He's informative and has a peaceful vibe in describing the turbulent history of…read morethe City