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Discover Galway City Walking Tour

By Gerard's Walks
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$35 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 50m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Dive into the heart of Galway on this exceptional tour, designed to reveal the secrets of a city rich in history and bursting with culture. From breathtaking landmarks to the whispers of old legends, this journey seamlessly blends the past with the present. Perfect for history buffs and adventure seekers alike, this tour is crafted to fuel your curiosity and captivate your senses.

Prepare your camera to capture the essence of Galway’s unique architecture and colourful gems. With every turn, find stunning visuals and inspiring scenes. Truly experience the unforgettable spirit of Galway City like never before!

Activity location

  • The Browne Doorway
    • Eyre Square
    • Galway, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Pádraic Ó Conaire Statue (Replica)
    • Eyre Square
    • Galway, County Galway, Ireland

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Discover Galway City Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 50 minutes1h 50m
    1h 50m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$26.60 x 1 AdultAU$26.60
Paid at activityAU$8.87
Total
Price is AU$35.47

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBathroom /Rest stop
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSt Nicholas Church Entrance €5 Adults €4Youth/Senior

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

The Browne Doorway
  • 10m
The Doorway belongs to the wealthy one of the 14 Families who ruled Galway from 1484 until their demise in 1651 and got the nickname the tribes of Galway and was once the Entrance way into Eyre Square.
Eyre Square
  • 10m
History of Eyre Square and Galway City and the many important people who visited Eyre Square From Padraic O Connaire to John F Kennedy
Galway Shopping Centre
  • 10m
The Old Medieval Wall vs Time. Talk about Galway's old Medieval wall and wars that took place in Galway from Oliver Cromwell to William of Orange
Williamsgate Street (Pass by)
Where once the Great Gate of Galway stood and the Bell that rang out to call the workers and people into the town
Lynch's Castle
  • 5m
Home to one of the fourteen families that once prospered in Galway city and had 80 mayors in all throughout their lineage
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Jewel of Galway City. The 700-year-old Church was transformed by the French and Lynch families and the Destruction caused by Cromwells armry
Naughton's Pub (Tigh Neachtain)
  • 10m
A visit to one of the many townhouses owned by Richard Martin - Responsible for the first Animal rights laws in the world, was a duelist, and owned large parts of Connemara
Lynch Memorial Window
  • 15m
A haunting tale of history from James Hardiman the first historian and antiquarian of Galway city.Fact or fiction and unique features such as the Skull and Crossbones
Hall of the Red Earl
  • 5m
The Old Ruins One of the most powerful tax systems in Ireland and the Great Hall of the Red Earl. 11,000 artefacts were found here
Quay Street (Pass by)
Blakes Castle was once the old holding cell for Galway Jail and The Aran jumper shop that holds the Old foundation of Galway City
Kirwan's Lane (Pass by)
Home to one of the First theatres financed by the Martin family and once visited by Theobald Wolfe Tone
The Spanish Arch
  • 10m
The Extension to the Old City. Hear how the Spanish Armada arrived here in 1588 and where they are today

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Browne Doorway
    • Eyre Square
    • Galway, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPádraic Ó Conaire Statue (Replica)
    • Eyre Square
    • Galway, County Galway, Ireland

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