Private Galway 2hr. Walking tour with local expert Ger

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Watching St. Patrick's Day Parade at Galway Cathedral
Galway hosts approx 120 festivals and events each year. Festival performer here at the recent Galway International Arts Festival.
The Due Drop Inn pub where you can enjoy craft beers and spirits.
Tour-leader Ger with US guests.
The Galway Cathedral is Europe's newest stone cathedral completed as recently as 1965.
Wales tourist group with Ger from WTT
Old Galway sailing boat at rest in Claddagh dock
Family group from Maryland at the Galway Cathedral - Europe's newest stone cathedral!
The Statues of Galway tour
The memorial to former President John F Kennedy who visited Galway in 1963 is located in at the John F Kennedy park on the main Square.
Sailing boats lit up in green for St Patrick's weekend!
St Patrick Day at traditional Galway pub
Small group Tour to Galway training centre with tour-leader, Gerard
The Bank of Ireland, early Victorian building at Eyre Square.
Galway in green montage
The 700 yr. old St Nicholas's Colligate Church is still a very imposing structure with lots of history!
View of Fisheries Watch-Tower from Wolfe Tone bridge
Happy travellers at the Courthouse Square, Galway
The Tribes of Galway banners at Eyre Square
On the leadup to the St Patrick's Day festivities, the Latin Quarter in Galway's old-town is alive with activity.
View the many swans adjacent to the old Claddagh fishing village and the Long Walk.
Ger Considine Tour Guide and selection of guests on the Poetry Plaques of Galway city Walking Tour
Group view of the Traditional Claddagh boats docked in Galway
The 2 Gers and friend! - Regional Tour Guides Ger Considine and Ger Mangan in Clifden.
New pedestrian Bridge at Galway Cathedral.
The Galway Hop on/off Tourist Train is a voiced 45mi tour Route between the city and Salthill Resort. For those short on time, another great way to see bothe the city and the tourist resort!
Fẚilte Ireland approved Tour Guide, Ger Considine with happy visitors to Galway at the popular tourist attraction, the Lynch Memorial window.
Naughton's Pub and Restaurant, Quay Street.
The Claddagh Ring is an iconic symbol of Galway. Dillion's Jewellers & Museum in Quay St. are the original makers.
The Spanish Arch, Spanish Parade, Galway
One of the many Wall-Murals of Galway, this one to coincide with Galway's International Arts Festival held each in mid-July.
The former Pro-Cathedral, Middle St. decommissioned prior to the opening of he New Galway Cathedral in 1965.
The Town Hall Theatre hosts many Druid Theatre company productions throughout the year.
Galway City Museum at Galway's Old Town
This Georgian-style building, Mayoralty House was previously occupied by numerous Mayors of Galway.
Franciscan Chapel on the Historical tour route
Hardiman Hotel, Eyre Square front entrance
Interior of Franciscan Friary church in Francis Street.
An Taibhdhearc, Ireland's only Irish-language theatre located in Galway city.
The Corrib Princess River Cruiser docked at Wood Quay in the city is available for individual and small groups to cruise the river Corrib.
The old Presbyterian Church off Eyre Square.
The Quin-centennial Fountain erected at Eyre Square in 1984 to mark the 500th anniversary of the establishment of Galway as a city.
These old cannon guns used in the Crimean War by the Connacht Rangers were once located in Eyre Square in the city.
View across the fast-flowing River Corrib at O'Brien's Bridge.
Our visitors find a leisurely stroll along the Long Walk, where the Corrib river meets the sea is very relaxing !
Early Victorian building at Eyre Square, formally a Gents Country Club
An early morning pre-Christmas scene at the Latin Quarter, Galway
The Hall of the Red Earl is an old archaeology city site from from the De Burgo period. It was rediscovered in recent years and is a very popular visitor attraction on our city Tours.
Snow on nearby mountains
Western Tours Guide at the green-lit sailing boats in Galway dock for St Patrick's Day 2025
Watching St. Patrick's Day Parade at Galway Cathedral
Galway hosts approx 120 festivals and events each year. Festival performer here at the recent Galway International Arts Festival.
The Due Drop Inn pub where you can enjoy craft beers and spirits.
Tour-leader Ger with US guests.
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Summary

Starts
The Hardiman
Duration
1 Hr. 55 Min.
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket
Minimum age
11 years

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this Private Galway 2hr. Walking tour with local expert Ger. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Ireland with a unique historical tour, offering an unforgettable exploration of the past.

With a duration of 1 hour 55 minutes, it's the perfect way to enrich your experience in Galway. Travelers have rated this tour 4.6 out of 5 stars in 23 reviews.

Throughout the tour, you will visit Eyre Square, Williamsgate Street, Franciscan Church, Galway Courthouse, and Lynch's Castle.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Galway. The exact address is Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland. The endpoint of the tour is located at Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Elevate your visit in Galway by reserving a spot for this captivating journey through time in Ireland. Select your date and secure an extraordinary experience before it gets fully booked!

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Included

A Professional tour Guide
Easily adapted Walking tour to guest wishes.
Small Private Tourist groups offering.
Voucher ticket to visit St Nicholas Church (for 10am and 1pm Tours only!)

Destinations

Galway - city in IrelandGalway

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Attractions

photo of view of Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway, Ireland.Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway

Options

Historic City Walking tour
History, Heritage & Culture
Duration: 2 hours: 1hr. 50 minutes to 2hrs.
Centre Square to Latin Quarter

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled by the Supplier due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
NOTE: A shortened version of this City tour can be offered to guests with mobility issues. Our personnel have plans in place to deal with emergencies.

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