The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
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Galway, Ireland
- 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Explore Galway city with a local guide, who will make sure you see all the famous landmarks in town, but show you some hidden ones you may not find if you were on a self-guided tour. Wear comfortable shoes, since you’ll be covering a bit of ground as you travel between points of interest. Start in Eyre Square, learn about the Browne Doorway, check out statues, castles, churches, and much more along the way.
- Check out the Claddagh Ring Museum and hear about its significance
- Make a few new friends on this friendly group tour
- Get your cameras ready for photos at the famous Spanish Arch
- Learn tips on how to spend the rest of your time in Galway from your guide
What's Included
- 75 minute guided tour with a local guide
- Food or drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Experience Galway - Walking Tours, Food Tours, Pub Tours and Whiskey Experiences in Galway, IrelandExplore Galway Kiosk, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
We meet outside the 'Explore Galway' kiosk in Eyre Square, Galway city centre. **Please check in for your tour with the staff at the 'Explore Galway' kiosk in Eyre Square. Give them your name to check in for the tour.**
End point
- Spanish Arch2 The Long Walk, Galway, Ireland
Itinerary
1
Eyre Square
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
The Browne Doorway
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Lynch's Castle
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church (Pass By)
5
The Claddagh Ring Museum
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
The Spanish Arch
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 447 reviews
Theresa_N, Apr 2026
Jason shared a wealth of history about Ireland and Galway. He was informative and provided an engaging pace to guide us around Galway. Highly recommend this walking tour as a way to orient to this wonderful city.
Loic_N, Apr 2026
It is a great way to learn about the history of Galway city, its most powerful families and its culture.
Rosie_O, Apr 2026
Jason was an excellent guide. We learnt about Galway, its history and people. Entertaining and informative.
Allison_A, Apr 2026
James was fun and informative- great way to learn more about Galway and helpful to do early in your trip so you a better sense of what you want to do and see while there.
Stuart_E, Apr 2026
Was good tour guide informative and was able to book quickly. And without hassle . Went through city well
Charlotte_M, Apr 2026
Jason, our guide, was great and very knowledgable. We really enjoyed hearing the history of Galway and listing to stories we would t normally get to hear.
Lori_D, Mar 2026
Easy to find the guide in Eyre Square near the tribal flags. My guide Nina was personable yet professional , and knowledgeable.
Samuel_R, Mar 2026
Guide was very good and funny. It's a short but thorough tour of the history and major sights in the central city
Katherine_H, Mar 2026
It was very enjoyable; Sean gave us Galway history and provided anecdotes to our walking tour. Just the right distance.
Samuel_R, Mar 2026
Our guide was lovely and we got a chance to view some of Galways interesting historical points. The walking tour gave us some bearing on where things were and what places we may want to see after the tour’s conclusion. My wife and I were the only two people on the tour but that did not stop our guide from making small talk and cutting through the awkwardness of not touring with a large group. We would recommend this tour to any one who is from out of town.
Louise_B, Mar 2026
Lovely tour, fun, interesting and a good way to get your bearings. Good value for money would definitely recommend
Eileen_S, Mar 2026
Excellant walking tour, Nina was a lovely and very knowledgeable guide, we thoroughly enjoyed it. We didn't feel rushed and she even pointed out nice places for coffee/lunch.
Sarah_R, Mar 2026
WE LOVE CONNOR he was the best guide and was so so sweet. It was raining and he lent us his umbrella. THANKS !!! We loved the tour
Christina_F, Mar 2026
Great way to get a quick history of Galway and get familiar with the city. Little bit of humor, lots of facts and some steps.
MsBRID_O, Jan 2026
Excellent. I was delayed and they dispatched a team member to wait for me and show me my guide. The guide has the cúpla focal and a good knowledge of the local area. Worth doing.
Kim_B, Dec 2025
It was a great introductory tour to the area, highly recommend. Conor was very knowledgeable about the area.
Nora_B, Dec 2025
This was a lovely tour with a small group of 6, so it was very easy to hear Paul.. Paul was very knowledgeable and we left the tour very well informed and even though I thought I knew Galway but I found out so much more about this beautiful city and County!
Tara_G, Nov 2025
Very nice introduction to Galway! I took this tour the first morning after I arrived, and it helped me get my bearings.
Joyce_B, Nov 2025
Very enjoyable tour, guide was very knowledgeable about Galway’s history and funny as well. Also recommended places to eat and drink.
Danielle_O, Nov 2025
Very informative, but in a fun way. They guide was great- funny, very informative and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Don_F, Oct 2025
Super introduction to Galway City center. John offered us an entertaining and informative tour. He also offered many tips on what to do
Roger_C, Oct 2025
This Galway Walking Tour was excellent. We learned so much & our tour guide, John, did an excellent job. We had a great job learning about Galway & seeing many of the best highlights of Galway.
Dortie_S, Oct 2025
It’s nice to get the lay of the land, especially when you first arrive in Galway. Very informative and I love the history that I got.
Lauren_Z, Oct 2025
Great tour! Sean was lovely. Very informative and funny! You can tell he has a great deal of passion for the history of Galway.
Vivian_R, Oct 2025
Good length, smaller group would be good, for listening, lots of good recommendations for eating.. and shopping
Tom_M, Oct 2025
It was pouring rain, but Erin was there on time and helped us all make the most of it. She was extremely knowledgeable, funny and alert to all our questions. The tour had a very strong value to cost ratio.
Lawrence_C, Oct 2025
This tour (including jokes) is very similar to the food tour, but nonethess really good. I appreciatedd doing both back to back as I like to hear things twice!
Judith_M, Sep 2025
An easy walk through Galway. It was an excellent introduction to the city and many interesting historical lessons
Nan_M, Sep 2025
Tour guide Paul was great - very knowledgeable and energetic and passionate about the history! Thanks!
Heather_K, Sep 2025
Was very good. Erin ( guide) did a wonderful & knowledge way. Shared in an enjoyable way to hold interest. Very informative. Recommend.
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