Tourism Development

With 500,000 visitors per year, Derry is recognised as one of the fastest growing tourism destinations in Ireland. Tourism is now a credible economic generator with £25m in revenue and supporting 3,500 full time jobs. Derry and the North West are experiencing consistent annual growth in day visitors, overnight stays, spend and increased dwell time in the City.

The Historic Walled City of Londonderry has been designated as one of only five Signature Tourism Projects by the NI Tourist Board. Signature project designation seeks to achieve international standout for the NI tourism product, through creating a world-class visitor experience at key tourist destinations. The signature projects are recognised as being capital intensive and over £47m of public and private investment has been committed to the Walled City Signature Project.

Opportunities now exist for investors and operators within hotel, leisure and retail sectors.

Downloads

Download Tourism Development Strategy 2009-2012

For more information on Tourism Development contact:

Mary Blake
Tourism Development Officer
Mary.blake@derrycity.gov.uk