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Join us on The Dark History Walking Tour of Galway City as we explore the darker side of Galway and delve into the gruesome history that lies beneath its charming exterior.
Our expert guides will lead you through the winding streets and hidden corners of the city, revealing the chilling stories of murder, witchcraft, and ghostly apparitions that still haunt the streets today.
This tour is not for the faint-hearted, but for those who are brave enough to embrace the unknown and immerse themselves in the eerie atmosphere of the city at in the evening.
The Gallows: Step back in time to witness some of Galway's most notorious executions.
The Long Drop: Explore a new method of execution with disastrous consequences.
The Ghosts of Galway: Encounter restless spirits and haunting tales from Ireland's history.
The Famine: Gain insight into Galway's darkest years and a man's valiant struggle against it.
The Lynches: Uncover the harrowing story of love, loss, gruesome murder, & poetic justice.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet outside the Explore Galway kiosk in Eyre Square, Galway city centre. **You will meet your guide outside the 'Explore Galway' kiosk in Eyre Square. Give them your name to check in for the tour**
We will end the tour near the Spanish Arch, an iconic landmark in the Latin Quarter of Galway City Centre. This is approximately 10 minutes walk from where we start the tour and if you need directions please just ask your guide.
Itinerary
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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 -
2The 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
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Imperial Hotel Galway (Pass by)
Learn about the love story of Thomas Parry and Alice Burns..
Admission ticket free -
Eglinton Street (Pass by)
Hear about this streets eerie past
Admission ticket free -
3Galway Cathedral
Discover the dark history of Galway's Cathedral
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Lynch's Castle
Don't pass by this old castle without taking a moment to look at the finer details on the building. Learn about it's gruesome history..
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
Learn about this church and it's connections to a world-famous navigator
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6The Spanish Arch
Easily Galway's most popular tourist attraction
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Galway
The tour enables guests to immerse themselves in Galway City's culture and learn about it's history, traditions, folklore and art.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact our team in advance if you have mobility issues.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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 experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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