Boat cruise with local skipper on Galway Bay. Galway city. 1 hour

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join a local Galway fisherman, one of the last surviving fishing families of Claddagh, on a boat cruise across Galway Bay, visiting popular and scenic areas such as the Claddagh, Spanish Arch, the Long Walk, Port of Galway and the bay. Live the history of Galway’s maritime past and the traditional wooden sailboats, the Galway Hooker, as you enjoy the views of Galway City from the sea. Embrace nature and the expansive views that reach across the bay to the UNESCO site of the Burren in County Clare as your skipper shares insights into his life as a fisherman and tells stories from the famous Claddagh village. Learn about the traditional sailboats, Galway Hookers, and witness his infectious passion for these boats and the community that dedicate their time to preserving these crafts.

What's Included

Skippered open boat cruise

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Galway Bay Seafoods

Meet us outside Galway Bay Seafood shop. Limited free parking adjacent to Galway Bay Seafoods, paid parking available at the Harbour Hotel (5 min walk) or Hynes Car park (8 min walk)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
  • Galway Docks (Pass by)

    Join our boat tour and see views of the Galway Docks as we start our cruise

    Admission ticket free
  • Claddagh (Pass by)

    The skipper will share insights into his life as a fisherman and tells stories from the famous Claddagh village

    Admission ticket free
  • Galway Bay (Pass by)

    On this boat tour of Galway Bay with your skipper, who is a local fisherman, you will sea popular and scenic areas such as the Claddagh, Spanish Arch, the Long Walk, Port of Galway and the bay.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Spanish Arch (Pass by)

    Hear about the history of the famous Spanish Arch of Galway city on this cruise

    Admission ticket free
  • The Long Walk (Pass by)

    Cruise past the famous Long Walk of Galway City and hear about its history from your skipper

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum of 6 people required per booking
Supplied by Ireland Wild Escapes

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Water Tours
Small Group
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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