The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

4.9
(412 reviews)

1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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)!

What's Included

75 minute guided tour with a local guide
Food or drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet outside the 'Explore Galway' kiosk in Eyre Square, Galway city centre. **Please check in for your tour with the staff at the 'Explore Galway' kiosk in Eyre Square. Give them your name to check in for the tour.**

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Eyre Square

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Browne Doorway

    Listen to the tales of the Tribes of Galway, one of which was the Browne family, who's doorway now sits in Eyre Square

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue

    Discover the meaning behind this ever-popular statue in Galway city

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lynch's Castle

    Don't pass by this old castle without taking a moment to look at the finer details on the building...

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church (Pass by)

    Learn about this church and it's connections to a world-famous navigator

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    The Claddagh Ring Museum

    Did you know that the famous Claddagh ring is from Galway?

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    The Spanish Arch

    Easily Galway's most popular tourist attraction

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Experience Galway

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Cancellation Policy

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

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