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Night Premium Galway Irish Craft Beer Tastings and Live Music

5.0 (8 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Night Premium Galway Irish Craft Beer Tastings and Live Music

About this activity

Discover the vibrant nightlife of Galway on this premium night tour, where you’ll savor beer tastings at four authentic pubs, including a special welcome drink from Galway Bay Brewery. Begin your journey in Eyre Square and wander through the charming Latin Quarter, before heading to the lively West End, known for its cultural scene. Enjoy a curated experience that combines storytelling, local brews, and traditional Irish music at a renowned venue to conclude the night. This uniquely crafted tour is perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in Galway's rich pub culture and social atmosphere.

  • Explore iconic pubs in Eyre Square, Latin Quarter, and West End
  • Enjoy beer tastings at four handpicked venues, including craft selections
  • Experience an intimate setting with local storytelling and insider knowledge
  • Conclude with live Irish music at one of Galway's top venues
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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 19 people
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
LetzGo City Tours

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Premium Galway night-time experience & Irish Live Music in a top venue
  • Included: Craft beers, Irish ale and a signature whiskey drink & services of a local guide
  • Included: "Beer tastings across 4 authentic pubs & Galway Bay Brewery craft beer experience "

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities // Food and Additional Drinks

Itinerary

  1. Eyre Square

    30 min Admission included

    Step inside the beating heart of the West of Ireland for an evening of genuine Irish hospitality. This experience takes you beyond the tourist trail and into the snug of one of Galway’s most iconic, centuries-old pubs. With a perfectly poured drink in hand, you won't just observe the atmosphere—you'll become part of it. Your local guide will peel back the layers of Galway’s legendary social fabric, sharing the stories, traditions, and "craic" that make our pub culture world-famous.

  2. Galway's Latin Quarter

    35 min Admission included

    Feel the electric energy of Galway’s Latin Quarter as the sun goes down and the music ramps up. Navigate the bustling cobblestone streets—alive with buskers and late-night buzz—to find your seat in a legendary local haunt. This isn't just a pub crawl; it’s a deep dive into Ireland’s liquid history. Between sips of the city’s finest brews, your guide will reveal how Galway’s beer scene evolved from ancient traditions to the craft revolution.

  3. Stop 3

    40 min Admission included

    Cross the river and leave the crowds behind to enter the West End—Galway’s bohemian heartbeat. This is where the locals go for the city’s best "craic" and award-winning eats. We’ll guide you through this vibrant labyrinth of independent boutiques and legendary music venues to a specialist craft beer sanctuary. Here, you’ll sample a curated selection of Irish and international brews, while your guide breaks down the complex tasting notes and the stories behind the labels. Experience the city’s most creative quarter, one sip at a time.

  4. Stop 4

    40 min

    "Cap off your evening at the West End’s most legendary live music cornerstone. Since the sixties, this family-owned gem has been the beating heart of Galway’s nightlife. Experience the raw energy of a true Irish ""session"" in a room famous for its history and its hospitality.

    Whether it's a foot-stomping trad band or a local singer-songwriter, you’ll feel the genuine pulse of the City of Tribes. Enjoy a glass of smooth Irish whiskey, find your rhythm, and feel free to stay late—this is the authentic ""night out"" you came to Ireland to find."

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time

    MEETING PLACE: Hardiman Hotel, Eyre Square, Galway, H91 NFD2, Ireland

    MEETING POINT: Meet outside the Hardiman Hotel at the bottom of Eyre Square. It is the large granite building.

End point

Using your ticket

" You cannot enter the venue with this voucher.

  • To participate in your tour, you must first check-in with the guide 15 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.
  • You can only access the venues as part of your organised group tour. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded or rescheduled.

Health & Safety:

  • This tour is not suitable for guests who require any device to assist with mobility.
  • Participants should be in good health, consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
  • Wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
  • Operates in all weather conditions.
  • Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older."

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.

  • Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.

  • Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

  • Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

  • Parents must be aware that this tour serves alcohol and that under no circumstances are children under 18 years of age permitted to drink or sample any alcohol during the tour duration.

  • This tour is not suitable for children younger than 18 years old.

  • Please have a valid ID with as some places might ask for age verification

  • Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility

Traveller ratings

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