For those planning a getaway for whenever travel is on the cards again, be sure to add Northern Ireland’s vibrant second city to your wish list.
The only completely walled city in Ireland, Derry~Londonderry has been named by Time Out travel guide website as an up-and-coming European destination.
With centuries of history to delve into, art galleries and theatres, as well as a thriving musical scene and excellent restaurants, Derry~Londonderry is the perfect place for a city break.
Start your break with a guided tour of the 400-year-old walls, which form a mile-long walkway around the inner city.
The tour will reveal the fascinating story of the walls, which have never been breached, and the city they surround, which has grown well beyond them.
Wander then through the city streets, past the impressive Guildhall with its stunning stained-glass windows and St Columb's Cathedral, which houses the oldest pealing bells in Ireland.
Cross the elegant Peace Bridge, which straddles the River Foyle, and visit the award-winning Walled City Brewery to enjoy superb brews and excellent cooking in this brilliant fusion of craft brewery, bar and bistro.