The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

4.9
(218 reviews)

1 hour 20 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Hi! and welcome to the most friendly city on earth (and that's official). The 'Legendary tour' has been running for over a decade now and has been much praised over the years for going well beyond the historical outline of city. We take you on meandering tour around the backstreets of the fine medieval city with a few stops that relate to more modern times.

The tour focusses of legends rather than just history and will adapt to appeal the personal interests of the participants.

Galway has some fascinating tales that are brought to life through Neil's storytelling. Who can resist a tales of love, pirates, murder and adventuring in new lands?

We also take great delight in recommending places to eat and drink that we think we will really appeal to you.

You will be part of a group that is never more than 15 people to allow for a more personalised and intimate experience of our city.

We hope that you will have a great time, as thousands have done already.

What's Included

A full story telling experience of the famous murder connected to the powerful Lynch Family

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Galway City Museum

We meet on the steps of the Museum entrance. Toilet facilities are available inside. Why not arrive early and explore the FREE museum?

End point
Eyre Square

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Lynch's Castle

    We take time to take in this magnificent building with its strange tale of a monkey who came to the rescue of a family facing disaster

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Spanish Arch

    Our famous Spanish arch, but who travelled through here, maybe in search of whole new worlds? and that Ed Sheran fella may also get a mention with his 'Galway Girl'

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Quay Street

    The center of Galway's giant tourism magnet. We will seek out a great Claddagh ring shop around here and make some recommendations to get some great food and drink

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Eyre Square Centre

    There is so much pack into this square from JFK to Irish writers and transatlantic adventurers.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Hall of the Red Earl

    See where Galway began with the invading Norman setting up shop in the town.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Eyre Square Centre

    A city wall hidden the shopping center, only in Galway!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Nora Barnacle House Museum

    We pass by Ireland's smallest museum. It's dedicated to Nora Barnacle, the inspiration and literary muse of James Joyce.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    River Corrib

    The mighty river of our town may be short...but it packs a punch well beyond it's weight. Discover some of the interesting buildings that line the length of the river.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    The Long Walk

    The 'old long walk' is the most iconic and picturesque view in town. It's been sung about many times. We take a few minutes to take in the panorama and learn a little about its hidden history.

    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 The Great Guides of Galway

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Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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