Galway City Free Tour

Join me for an adventure exploring Galway City! Get ready to uncover the hidden treasures of the City of the Tribes in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. This tour will be conducted in English.

Before you book this Tour, please take a moment to read the important information  

Punctuality and Waiting Time: As a courtesy to everyone, we allow a waiting time of 5 minutes past the hour for all participants to gather. We would greatly appreciate it if you could arrive 5 to 10 minutes early, so we can start the tour promptly and provide a seamless experience for all.

Tour Itinerary :

General Tour of Galway City that lasts approximately 1hr 30. We'll kick off our journey at the famous Eyre Square, where you'll learn about its intriguing history, from Medieval times to the present-day as a popular spot. Then, we'll meander through the enchanting sites and sounds of the city

Here's a glimpse of our itinerary:

• Eyre Square: The 14 Tribes
• Shopping centre: The wall vs history 
• Shop Street: The Famous Musician
• Lynchs Castle: Discover the Mayors 500 years
• Lynchs Memorial Window: A Haunting Tale
• St Nicholas Collegiate Church: The Legend of Santa Claus
• Quay Street: Richard Martin Townhouse
• The Hall of the Red Earl: Wealth and taxes 
• Spanish Arch: The Spanish Armada
• Galway City Museum: Free and uncover more history (closed on Sunday Tours)

Group Size: The tour can accommodate a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 7-10 people. To ensure a smooth experience, kindly refrain from showing up with a larger group.

Language and Introduction: The tour will be conducted in English and serves as an introduction to the captivating history of Galway City, from its past to the present. However, please note that the tour will not take place if heavy rainfall or a storm occurs. Keep an eye on the weather forecast, and always have a backup plan.

Availability and Contact: From winter through summer in 2023, walking tours will only run on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11 am and 2 pm. If you're interested in booking a tour on other days, please contact me at hiddentoursgalway@gmail.com, and I'll do my best to accommodate your request.

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Special Occasions: If you wish to book a tour for special occasions such as St. Patrick's Day (March 17th), Halloween (October 31st), Christmas Eve, St. Stephen's Day, New Year's Eve, or New Year's Day, please contact me at hiddentoursgalway@gmail.com to make arrangements.

Inside St Nicholas Church: If you'd like to explore the inside of St. Nicholas Church, there is a door charge of €5. Seniors and students can avail of a concession price of €4.00

Sunday Tours (September to March): Please note that certain places of interest, such as St. Nicholas Church (open Tuesday to Saturday),