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Shannon Walking Tour with Local Storyteller

5.0 (3 reviews) 1–2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Shannon Walking Tour with Local Storyteller

About this activity

Make the most of your time in Shannon Town!

The walking trail starts at Starbucks outside Shannon Airport. The trail is 4km and takes 1 - 2 hours, finishing at Hastings Cottage, the oldest building in Shannon. A taxi will be arranged to transport guests back to their car or accommodation.

Your guide, Balor, who has spent his whole life living in Clare, collecting the stories and history of this unique, rich part of the world. This is your experience. Balor wants to hear what interests you to make it as immersive and engaging as possible for each individual guest.

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At a glance

Duration
1–2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Balor Otherworld Storytelling

What is included

Included

  • Included: Storytelling Performance
  • Included: In-person guide

Not included

  • Not included: We organise a taxi to transport you back to the meeting point. Cost is €8 per vehicle.
  • Not included: Tea and coffee: Meeting at Starbucks with the option to pick up a snack or beverage for the walk. Items purchased in Starbucks are not covered by the price of the tour.

Itinerary

  1. Shannon

    Passing by

    Come on a walking tour of the Shannon Estuary to learn about the history of Shannon Airport, the people and the local folklore that has influenced people all over the world. See a part of Shannon that gets missed by most visitors and hear fantastic, grim tales of Limerick with stunnning views of the estuary.

    Your storyteller, Balor, has spent his whole life living in Clare, collecting the stories and history of the people before they are gone forever. Join him in discovering a side of Ireland that you will never have seen before.

    The walking trail starts at Starbucks near Shannon Airport and finishes at Hastings Farmhouse, the oldest building in Shannon. A taxi will be arranged to transport guests back to their car / accommodation.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

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.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Shannon Walking Tour with Local Storyteller

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