Best of Galway Free Walking Tour
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Colorful houses, lively pubs, medieval streets, and the most picturesque shops await us on this free walking tour of Galway. Let's discover the charms of the most important city in the West part of Ireland!
We will meet at the indicated time on the steps of Galway City Museum/Tourist office, next to the Spanish Arch to start this free tour of Galway. Are you ready to tour the most important points of the cultural capital of Ireland? Let's go there!
We will begin to walk through the lively streets of Galway while we talk about its history. Years ago it was a small fishing village, and today it is a modern, young and university city. In addition, it has a privileged location, since it is the gateway to the Connemara National Park, one of the most beautiful natural areas in Ireland.
We will continue the tour of the Galway, getting lost in its alleys and talking about a lot of curiosities. For example, did you know that, according to tradition, this city was formed after the settlement of 14 merchant families in the 15th century? These tribes would leave as a legacy the Castle of Lynch and the Collegiate Church of San Nicolás.
The free tour of Galway will take us in front of this last church, where we will tell you about the legend that says that Christopher Columbus himself visited this temple before beginning the journey in which he discovered America. You will not stop learning!
Meeting point
Spanish Arch; steps of Galway City Museum/Tourist office
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 10:00, 11:00, 14:00 (Galway time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 12 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Spanish Arch; steps of Galway City Museum/Tourist office. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 12 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00, 11:00 and 14:00. Times are local to Galway.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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