The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
Overview
Wander the streets of Galway with our expert local guide and discover the history, culture and tales which makes Galway so special. This is a true welcome to Galway as you receive insider tips on places of interest, as well as the best place to go for some authentic Irish food and a bit of 'craic agus ceol' (fun and music)!
Inclusions
- 75 minute guided tour with a local guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Our tour starts in Eyre Square in Galway City Centre. Listen as your guide tells you stories about Eyre Square, the (seemingly) random doorway which was once the gateway to the park, Galway's link to a famous US president and learn about the flagpoles that adorn the north side of the square.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Browne Doorway, Eyre Square, Galway Ireland
Listen to the tales of the Tribes of Galway, one of which was the Browne family, who's doorway now sits in Eyre Square
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue, William Street, Galway Ireland
Discover the meaning behind this ever-popular statue in Galway city
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lynch's Castle 40 Shop Street, Galway Ireland
Don't pass by this old castle without taking a moment to look at the finer details on the building...
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Lombard St, Galway H91 PY20 Ireland
Learn about this church and it's connections to a world-famous navigator
Stop At: The Claddagh Ring Museum, Quay Street, Galway Ireland
Did you know that the famous Claddagh ring is from Galway?
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Spanish Arch, Spanish Arch, Galway Ireland
Easily Galway's most popular tourist attraction
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Our tour starts in Eyre Square in Galway City Centre. Listen as your guide tells you stories about Eyre Square, the (seemingly) random doorway which was once the gateway to the park, Galway's link to a famous US president and learn about the flagpoles that adorn the north side of the square.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Browne Doorway, Eyre Square, Galway Ireland
Listen to the tales of the Tribes of Galway, one of which was the Browne family, who's doorway now sits in Eyre Square
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue, William Street, Galway Ireland
Discover the meaning behind this ever-popular statue in Galway city
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lynch's Castle 40 Shop Street, Galway Ireland
Don't pass by this old castle without taking a moment to look at the finer details on the building...
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Lombard St, Galway H91 PY20 Ireland
Learn about this church and it's connections to a world-famous navigator
Stop At: The Claddagh Ring Museum, Quay Street, Galway Ireland
Did you know that the famous Claddagh ring is from Galway?
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Spanish Arch, Spanish Arch, Galway Ireland
Easily Galway's most popular tourist attraction
Duration: 10 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 experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 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.
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September 2023
Great walking tour. Barry was fabulous and highlighted all of the local must-do’s! Very informative and a must do for all visitors! Thank you, Barry!
Great walking tour. Barry was fabulous and highlighted all of the local must-do’s! Very informative and a must do for all visitors! Thank you, Barry!Discover785537
September 2023
Barry was an excellent walking guide in Galway with our small group. He was well versed in history, culture, passionate and entertaining. One of the best guides we ever had!!
Barry was an excellent walking guide in Galway with our small group. He was well versed in history, culture, passionate and entertaining. One of the best guides we ever had!!Go54131478861
September 2023
That was a really enriching guided tour, spent under a sunny weather. Our "teacher" was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable.
That was a really enriching guided tour, spent under a sunny weather. Our "teacher" was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable.paulahowlett365
September 2023
Barry was an excellent guide, who was full of interesting facts about the history of Galway. No hesitation in recommending this tour.
Barry was an excellent guide, who was full of interesting facts about the history of Galway. No hesitation in recommending this tour.Trek798452
August 2023
Barry was an excellent guide. His enthusiasm brought the tour to life. I would highly recommend this walking tour. 10/10😃
Barry was an excellent guide. His enthusiasm brought the tour to life. I would highly recommend this walking tour. 10/10😃RosemaryR102
August 2023
Barry was a great tour guide. Very informative and knowledgeable about Galway. Great ideas where to eat and drink. *****
Barry was a great tour guide. Very informative and knowledgeable about Galway. Great ideas where to eat and drink. *****