Claddagh Guided Walking Tour in Galway with Free Claddagh Ring

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Claddagh Guided Walking Tour in Galway with Free Claddagh Ring — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

From John Wayne to JFK and from Julia Roberts to Queen Victoria people have fallen in love wearing a Claddagh ring.

Over the years it has become a symbol of Irish identity recognised all around the world. It speaks of eternal life, but can also have a darker side too.

The Claddagh tour is unique in offering an in-depth exploration of the tales and traditions surrounding the Claddagh ring and relates it to the village from which it sprang.

The relaxed pace walk takes in several of Galway's neighbourhood and includes a stop at a great cafe on the way.

The tour is also unique in offering a ring included in the price of the tour (terms and conditions apply).

With many satisfied customers over the years we are now delighted to offer the tour on the Viator platform for you to book.

We look forward to meeting our new guests this year.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: The Great Guides of Galway

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Youth (15–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A claddagh ring. Please note terms and conditions noted on Itinerary
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

Galway City Museum

30 min

The museum starting point means we can get a great view over the city, especially the Claddagh area that we will be exploring.

The museum also contains the world's oldest claddagh a ring and a rather strange artefact created by the probable orginator of the Claddgh ring.
River Corrib

15 min

We begin our stroll over to the Claddagh around the river area. Here we can take in the glorious views of the long walk and here some of the superstitions and traditions of the people of the Claddagh. Hopefully we will also be able to take a look at an example of a traditional 'hooker' boat floating on Europe's most powerful river.
Claddagh Arts Centre

15 min Admission not included

Next up we have a look at a typical example of a Claddagh cottage, to say that it's 'pretty' or 'quaint' doesn't really do it justice. Red doors, thatched roof and possibly the King's cat hanging around...it's perfect!

It may be a re-creation but it makes it much easier to imagine the scene some 100 years ago or more.

Please note: The property allow entry to the exterior but the inside is usually only open for special events.
Eglinton Canal

30 min

Leaving the Claddgh we take a wonder through the 'West' of Galway. This authentic and genuine area is home to some great cafes. We will stop off in one and grab a tea or coffee and maybe a cookie or scone (all included of course)
The Legend of the Claddagh Ring

15 min

Returning to the bustling centre of Galway we take in a few places that remind of us of both some of the more mythological stories surrounding the ring. We can also relate how some of the world's 'A-list' celebrities have embraced wearing the claddagh ring...from John Wayne to Princess grace and from JFK to Julia Roberts...and not forgetting a certain vampire...all will be revealed
Quay Street

15 min

Our last stop is the relaxed surroundings of our Claddagh ring shop 'Heart in hand'.

The tour entitles you to a ring from the range provided by the Foxford Jewellery Company.

An extra payment is required only in one of the following circumstances:

a) If your desired ring (or other product) is not from the offered range. In such case a 30 euro discount will be honoured.

b) If your hand size fall outside the standard range of sizes available

c) If you request a 'male type' Claddagh ring

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet on the entrance steps to the Museum

End point

We meet on the entrance steps to the Museum

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.