Tours & Activities in Galway
The city of Galway is today a vibrant bustling urban settlement, its compact center is best experienced on foot. Join our passionate, award-winning guides and immerse yourself as we stroll the streets of the cultural Capital of Ireland and experience the unique atmosphere of street musicians, quaint shops, lively pubs, and traditional music sessions daily, all set amongst the stunning medieval streets and laneways of one of the most popular towns in Ireland.
With a history dating back to the 12th century with the building of a fort at the mouth of the River Corrib by the O’Connor Clan. The settlement Fourteen merchant families of the fifteenth century brought trade and prosperity to the town and left us Lynch’s Castle and St Nicholas’ Collegiate church as their legacy. The reputation of the city was such that in the fifteenth century Christopher Columbus came to visit and pray in St Nicholas’s Church. Join our free walking tour and discover the stories behind the castles, Cathedrals, the Spanish connection, and the world-famous Claddagh Ring
We're a small, local collection of Tour Guides who try to mix history, legend, conversation, laughter and our own experiences into one eventful walk around Galway City.
Galway is a city of arts, theatre, history, and storytelling, and we will show you all these sides of our city. We will walk around the old medieval city and try to tell and debunk as many myths and legends as we can!
The tour will also unfold Irish history from a west coast perspective and explain Galway's place in Ireland. Lastly, the tour is a great way to orient oneself in the city and find out about what else besides the main attractions the city has to offer. In a city of festivals, a local guide can come in quite handy for getting this information!
We will visit all the following sites and talk about their place in Galway's past and present: Eyre Square - Galway's Medieval Walls - Lynch's Castle - St. Nicholas's Church - Kirwan's Lane - St. Augustine's Church - Lynch's Window - Quay Street - The Spanish Arch.
Group size is limited to 12 pax.
Nestled in the heart of Galway, the Latin Quarter is a vibrant and captivating enclave that pulses with the city's rich history and lively spirit.
The medieval architecture provides a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks.
As you wander, you'll discover hidden gems where the city's storied past comes alive.
The Latin Quarter's charm lies in its seamless blend of old and new.
As evening descends, the Latin Quarter transforms into a hub of entertainment and nightlife.
The Latin Quarter offers an unforgettable experience that captures the essence of Galway's unique character and enduring allure.
Get to know Galway by taking a tour of its streets and history.
The third largest city in Ireland and a place with a lot of history and extraordinary urban legends that are well worth listening to.
The main points we will visit will be Eyre Square, where we will explain some stories that happened there, a walk along its main street, Lynch's Castle, the Spanish Arch, a stop at an incredible view of the most famous colorful houses in the city to take some photos, St. Nicholas Church and Market, and Galway Cathedral.
Along this route we will make some stops to tell stories and legends that are worthwhile and that interest us for the journey.
Book the tour and rediscover Galway like never before.
Join us on this tour to the Middle Ages in which we'll explore the castles of Connemara. We'll visit Kylemore Abbey and Aughnanure Castle. You'll have a ball!
