Orange text reads "Derry Halloween" in a rough font, with a skull replacing the letter "O" in "Halloween" on a white background.

Plan your visit

Ready to start planning your Derry Halloween adventure?

Whether you’re coming for a day, staying for the full festival, or making a longer holiday of it, we’re here to help you organise your trip – and make sure the only surprises are the fun kind!

Getting here

Travelling to the Home of Halloween is easier than ever! Whether you’re arriving by car, bus, train, plane (or maybe a broomstick), there are plenty of transport options to get you to the heart of the action. 

  • Public Transport: Regular bus and train services run to and from Derry, with additional services available during the festival.
  • By Car: Easy road access with dedicated festival parking areas available.
  • By Air: The closest airports include City of Derry Airport, Belfast International, and Dublin Airport, with onward connections via bus and train.

Make your journey part of the adventure – and don’t forget to check for road closures and festival transport updates!

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Address

The City of Bones
Guildhall Square
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 7BB

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Phone Us

(028) 7125 3253

Email Us

[email protected]

Visiting Derry

Visit Derry is Derry’s official tourism information website. It provides comprehensive, up-to-date information and trip planning advice for visitors to Ireland’s only completely intact Walled City.

Things to Do

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Accommodation

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What's On

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Food and Drink

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Car parking

With thousands of visitors arriving for Europe’s biggest Halloween festival, we’ve made sure there are plenty of parking options available across the city. Whether you’re coming for a single event or planning to stay and explore, designated festival parking zones ensure a stress-free arrival.
Car parking information

gETTING hERE faq’S

How do I get to the Festival?
Derry is located in the stunning North West of Ireland, the charming city of Derry~Londonderry is very accessible by air, sea, rail, bus and road. For full details on how to get here, click here.
Derry Halloween offers plenty of car parking and accessible parking. For more information, this is available on our website by clicking here. For general information on car parking across the city, click here.
Motor home parking will be available this year on all four nights of the Festival. Keep an eye on our website and socials to book.
City of Derry Airport is just 15 minutes from the city centre. Belfast International and Belfast City Airport are around 1.5–2 hours away, and Dublin Airport is approximately 3 hours by car or bus.
Yes. Translink and Bus Éireann operate services to Derry/Londonderry, and special Halloween travel arrangements — including extra services or park-and-ride options — may be in place. Check back closer to the event for updates.

Translink operates the Ulsterbus, and NIRailways integrated public transport system – you can reach every corner of every County in a couple of hours.

Plan your journey via the Translink NI App or use the online journey planner at www.translink.co.uk * (Promotions, family day trips and student discount information)

On IOS – https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/translink-ni/id648823280
On Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mdv.TranslinkCompanion&hl=en
On Windows – https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/p/translink-ni/9nblggh4r1j2

Taxi Services When you’re in the city Taxis are a relatively cheap means of getting around. City Cabs Derry can be booked online or via their app for both iPhone and Android available in the App Store or Google Play.

Tel. 02871264466
From Belfast: approx. 1.5–2 hours by car
From Dublin: approx. 3 hours
From Donegal Town: approx. 1 hour
Derry is well connected via the A6 and A5 road networks and is a popular destination for cross-border visitors during Halloween.
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PLaces to visit while you’rE here!

If you’ve fallen in love with our beautiful city (and who could blame you? It’s brilliant!), there’s loads more to explore nearby.

From the natural wonder of the Giant’s Causeway, to the bracing beauty of Ireland’s most northerly point, it’s all there for you, on our doorstep.

Giant's Causeway (1.5 hours from Derry)

This stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site was either formed by volcanic activity, or built by a legendary Irish giant, depending on who you believe… our bets are on the giant!

The Dark Hedges (1 hour from Derry)

An iconic filming location for Game of Thrones; but you don’t need to be a fan of the show to appreciate this gorgeous avenue of beech trees.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge (1.5 hours from Derry)

Get your adrenaline pumping on this famous bridge, near the charming village of Ballintoy. It’s almost 100ft above sea level – if you’re feeling brave enough to cross it!

Dunluce Castle (1.5 hours from Derry)

These castle ruins, perched on a clifftop, date back to the 1500s. But the first settlement here goes back even further, to the first millennium.

Binevenagh Mountain (30 minutes from Derry)

Soak up stunning views over Lough Foyle and the surrounding countryside at this unique Game of Thrones filming spot, just half an hour from Derry.

Malin Head (1 hour from Derry)

Hike along rugged coastline, breathe in the salty sea air, and enjoy the view at the northernmost point of Ireland.

Mussenden Temple (1 hour from Derry)

On a clear day, you might spot the Scottish coast from this 18th century temple, perched high on rocks overlooking the Atlantic.

Royal Portrush Golf Club (1 hour from Derry)

Get a round in at one of the world’s most famous golf courses. And look out for Rory McIlroy – the Masters Winner is an honorary member!