Galway Private Walking Tour

5.0 (109 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Italian
Operated by: Travelling Ireland

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–9 years) · Youth (10–16 years) · Adults (17–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private guided tour (your group only)
Included: Local tips and tricks
Included: All age groups catered for, family friendly
Included: Experienced and licensed tour guide
Included: Photo opportunities
Included: Rest/toilette breaks if needed
Included: Restaurant, pub and shop recommendations

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

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.
Lynch's Castle

15 min

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.
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church

10 min Admission not included

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.
Kirwan's Lane

15 min

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.
Thomas Dillon's Claddagh Gold

15 min

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.
Hall of the Red Earl

15 min

13th century archaeological remains of the Hall of the Red Earl, the oldest building to be excavated within Galway's medieval walls.
The Spanish Arch

15 min

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.
Galway's Westend

25 min

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.
Galway Cathedral

15 min Admission not included

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.
National University of Ireland-Galway (UCG)

15 min

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.