We love Galway and at the end of this tour you will too. Galway is a gem, history, culture and food. This walking tour helps you to uncover the best landmarks. Enjoy this private tour with your group of friends or family.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private guided tour (your group only)
Local tips and tricks
All age groups catered for, family friendly
Experienced and licensed tour guide
Photo opportunities
Rest/toilette breaks if needed
Restaurant, pub and shop recommendations
Meeting Points
Departure
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial
Return
University of Galway
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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We love Galway and at the end of this tour you will too. Galway is a gem, history, culture and food. This walking tour helps you to uncover the best landmarks. Enjoy this private tour with your group of friends or family.
Eyre Square, in the heart of Galway City, is officially known as the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park. The square has a rich history dating back to medieval times when markets took place on the green in front of the town gates. A memorial of the US President Kennedy, who was made a Freeman of the city, marks the spot where he made a speech to approximately 100,000 Galway people in 1963, on his last trip before his assassination.
10 minutes
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Lynch's Castle
Lynch’s Castle, it is a striking example of a medieval fortified house. The castle is four storeys high with embellished carved windows, gargoyles and ornamental mouldings and cornices. Built by the powerful Lynch family as a protection from raids, parts of the limestone building may date back to the 14th century but the bulk of it was built in the 16th century. The Lynches, of Anglo-Norman descent, were one of the powerful 14 tribes who ruled Galway.
15 minutes
3
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
The Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas is the largest medieval parish church in Ireland in continuous use as a place of worship at the heart of Galway’s life.
10 minutes
4
Kirwan's Lane
One the finest medieval laneways in Galway, Kirwan’s Lane, located in what is now referred to as The Latin Quarter. It is at the centre of the area that was originally within the city walls, and is named after the Kirwan’s, one of Galway's fourteen “tribes”. The area has been significantly restored over the years and has rejuvenated the heart of Galway’s historical town centre.
15 minutes
5
Thomas Dillon's Claddagh Gold
Thomas Dillons Claddagh Gold, is the oldest purveyor of the original Claddagh ring. They’ve been creating the rings in silver and gold since 1750.
15 minutes
6
Hall of the Red Earl
13th century archaeological remains of the Hall of the Red Earl, the oldest building to be excavated within Galway's medieval walls.
15 minutes
7
The Spanish Arch
The Spanish Arch is one of Galway's historical gems, dating back to pre-medieval times. It housed soldiers who kept watch and manned cannons on the roof.
15 minutes
8
Galway's Westend
The Westend is the part of Galway that visitors are delighted to discover. Off the beaten track and a little further out of the centre of the city, its bohemian and eccentric character with friendly locals make it one of the most appealing places in Galway.
25 minutes
9
Galway Cathedral
Roman Catholic cathedral in Galway, one of the largest and most impressive buildings in the city. The cathedral dome, at a height of 44.2 metres (145 ft), is a prominent landmark on the city skyline.
15 minutes
10
National University of Ireland-Galway (UCG)
1845, that was the year Queen’s College Galway was founded. Following construction of the iconic Quadrangle building, the University opened its doors four years later to the first cohort of just 68 students.