The troubles Bogside walking tour


1 hour
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

This walking tour takes you into the heart of the Bogside, see the site of the Bloody Sunday massacre, learn about all the important events, Civil Rights Association, Battle of the Bogside, Interment, The Free Derry Story, and the Peace Process.All of our guides are locals who lived through the conflict. One of our guides was also one off the co founders of the Bloody Sunday justice Campaign that inspired the second Bloody Sunday Inquiry that began in 1998.You won't be disappointed in choosing this walking tour.You can choose the time and date when you want to do this walking tour.We also provide a private car that seats four passengers incase of poor weather. This walking tour will start and finish outside the " Museum of Free Derry "in Glenfada Park in the Bogside.

Inclusions

  • The Troubles, Bogside Walking tour provides you the opportunity to ask as many questions you want.
  • Travellers will learn about, Civil Rights Story, Battle of the Bogside, Bloody Sunday story,
  • Private car that seats four passengers provided incase of poor weather.
  • Group tours are welcome, contact us for keen rates.

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Free Derry Corner, Rossville Street/Fahan Street, Derry BT48 6AQ Northern Ireland

Travellers will see free Derry Wall, Bogside murals, Bloody Sunday monument, site of the Bloody Sunday massacre.This tour begins and ends outside the Free Derry Museum.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Bloody Sunday Memorial, Joseph's Place Bogside, Derry Northern Ireland

Travellers will be guided to all the historical landmarks and murals provided with a detailed analysis of the conflict as seen by your local guide John.Learn about our troubled past from someone who was directly affected by it.Hear our personal storys, you won't be disappointed.Visit the places where, Civil Rights Story, Battle of the Bogside, and Bloody Sunday massacre took place, also learn about our world renowned Peace Process.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Republican Murals: Civil Rights Association, Lisfannon Park Bogside, Derry Northern Ireland

Travellers will be guided to the murals, the guide will explain the history behind the murals.

Duration: 15 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Todd_A
May 2022

As it turned out, our tour with John M. was the best time we spent in our ten days to Ireland and Northern Ireland. John is a gifted orator and historian who was able to provide great context and background information that allowed us to better understand the root causes of the tensions and viole...

Matthew P
May 2022

John was an amazing guide through an area with a rough history. His personal connection to the events on Bloody Sunday gave us a real insider’s view of the conflict, the history, and the peaceful resolution.

zefferinho
April 2022

The tour was an excellent one and John McKinney was a superb tour guide. John really told the story in depth as he knew 100% about the troubles himself when they happened. I'd highly recommend to do the tour with John as the tour is well detailed for your one hour walk. Thank you John for being a...

KatherineE_L
April 2022

John was an incredible guide and really walked us through the history of the civil rights movement, Bloody Sunday, Free Derry, and more. It was great to gain more understanding of such a profound location. Highly recommend.

985anneliesef
April 2022

John was an excellent tour guide. He made it so much more interesting and educational than just us walking around looking at murals with no back story. Was very interesting to hear the history of the place, and learn about the events of Bloody Sunday. Everything was clearly explained and very int...

JackieK1079
April 2022

An excellent and sobering experience, John was a fantastic tour guide, he brought a personal vivid and raw experience to the tour. It was the highlight of our trip to the lovely friendly city of Derry.

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