Galway Top Highlights and Claddagh Village Walking Tour
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Explore the medieval core of Galway and uncover the city’s beginnings. Our small group tour offers a comprehensive introduction to Galway and its numerous must-see attractions, all while your knowledgeable local guide ensures an engaging and genuine experience. This tour is your essential guide to Galway’s history and heritage.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lynch’s Castle - Discover and learn about the 14 tribes of Galway and find out more about this medieval Castle (now and AIB Bank) with Henry VII Coat of Arms & Gargoyles.
  • Eyre Square - Eyre Square (‘An Fhaiche Mhór’ in Irish) in the heart of Galway City, is officially known as the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park. The square has a rich history dating back to medieval times when markets took place on the green in front of the town gates. It remains a popular gathering place for visitors and natives alike and the grass areas are often packed on sunny days. A bust of the US President Kennedy, who was made a Freeman of the city, marks the spot where he made a speech to approximately 100,000 Galway people in 1963, on his last trip before his assassination.

There are a number of ornate fixtures in the park, such as the historic Browne family mansion doorway (1627) and the Quincentennial fountain (1984) which is a representation of the Galway Hooker, which is a traditional fishing boat unique to Galway.

  • Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue - Brief Stop on Shop Street to view Oscar Wilde Statue to her about one of Ireland’s most iconic writers.
  • Saint Nicholas’ Collegiate Church - Visit the church where Christopher Columbus is said to have visited before sailing for the new world.
  • Druid Theatre - Visit the Druid Theatre - a major Irish theatre company, based in Galway, Ireland. In 1975, the Company was founded by Garry Hynes, Marie Mullen and Mick Lally - all of whom first met and worked together as members of University College Galway dramatic society, commonly known as NUIG Dramasoc. It was the first Irish
  • The Spanish Arch - Visit & explore this famous medieval archway very much connected to the heart of Galway’s medieval maritime history.
  • Galway - From the Spanish Arch quarter guests will view the famous village of Claddagh where the famous Irish ring of love, friendship and courage first originated when Claddagh was a small fishing village.
  • Galway City Museum - Visit this compact museum founded in the mid-1970s. It was originally located in Comerford House, which prior to this had been the home of artist Clare Sheridan. The museum began as a residual collection of medieval stones from the city, acquired by Sheridan. Curated by Etienne Ryan, Michael Keaney, Bill Scanlan and Jim Higgins the museum built up a general folklife, industrial and militia collection
What's Included
  • Tour led by expert professional English-speaking local guide
  • Over 1,000 years of history dramatized in incredible stories
  • Immersive experiences to understand Galway, its people, and culture
  • Easy access entrance tickets to The Museum of Galway
What's Not Included
  • Food & Drink
  • Tea and coffee
  • Transportation
Location
Eyre Square Galway
Please meet the Guide at the Browne Doorway, Eyre Square, Galway
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jennifermw7400gg
May 17, 2024
Great tour when you don't have a full day - We had a great experience on our walking tour of Galway. It wasn't too early of a start in the morning and made us hungry for lunch when it was done. Our tour guide Liam was awesome! Funny, very knowledgeable and didn't just throw quick facts at us. We really got a feel for the past, present and future of Galway. Highly recommend this walk.
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