Experience Gaelic Games sessions are held in Liam Mellows GAA Club, Ballyloughane, Renmore, Galway.When you enter the clubhouse, please come and join us in the Experience Gaelic Games Visitor Centre.
Description
We provide visitors the opportunity to immerse yourself in the phenomenon of Gaelic Games, the national sports on our island. UNESCO recognised, our unique approach to the Gaelic Games Experience introduces you to Ireland’s ancient past creating walk away memories to last a lifetime. Our experience allows participation in Ireland’s greatest cultural secret and most popular pastimes – Gaelic Football, Hurling (Stick and Ball game) and Gaelic Handball. It is suitable for all ages and abilities, prepare to be surprised!
It's full of fun and laughter and delivered in the heart of the community in a real Gaelic Club. It's an mix of culture, history, sport and soft activity. All you need are flat shoes and a willingness to have fun! Think Soccer, Rugby, Basketball, Volleyball, Golf, Hockey, Lacrosse and Baseball all combined into the one. Then add on over 3000 years of history. It is an opportunity to do something truly unique, allowing you to become Gaelic Warriors for the first time!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 16–65)
$56
Youth (ages 6–15)
$43
In demand: 12 of the next 22 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Experience Gaelic Games in Galway
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
All activities
Hurling Equipment Provided
Not included
Transportation to/from attraction
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
19 reviews
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How it compares in Galway
Rated higher than 75% of 88 reviewed tours in Galway
Starting price $56 is 36% above the typical $41 for tours of similar length in Galway
Excurgo comparison of 296 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Experience Gaelic Games in Galway take?
Experience Gaelic Games in Galway lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Experience Gaelic Games in Galway cost?
Prices start at $56 per person for this Galway experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Experience Gaelic Games in Galway run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Does Experience Gaelic Games in Galway sell out?
It can: 12 of the next 22 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Experience Gaelic Games in Galway for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Experience Gaelic Games sessions are held in Liam Mellows GAA Club, Ballyloughane, Renmore, Galway. When you enter the clubhouse, please come and join us in the Experience Gaelic Games Visitor Centre. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Experience Gaelic Games in Galway offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, PL, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(19)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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kathleenmO8397YL
July 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Do NOT miss this experience
Fantastic experience! This is the stuff other tourists miss and it's shame. This is how you have an authentic cultural experience. We learned to play hurling and Gaelic football at a real club with real staff members. It was active and fun and informative and fantastic family bonding time! A wonderful departure from museums and churches. And there happened to be a hurling tournament that weekend, so we sat in a pub and watched the game with the locals and totally understood what was happening. We ran into our coach, Stephen, later on our trip on the streets of Galway, and it was like we were one of the locals, saying hello to a friend as we passed by. Love love loved it!
Operator response
Hi there, thank you so much for your kind words!
It is great to hear - that is amazing that you caught a match, sounds like you became a real local.
We hope you enjoyed the rest of your travels here in Ireland.
We appreciate you taking the time to leave such a kind review.
Ríonach
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G8675NCmicheller
June 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
High recommend
We did this last week while in Galway and it was such a great experience!! Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of great information about both Hurling and Gaelic football. We were in a group of about 12 people. Our guide was friendly and patient with those of us in the group that were clearly not athletic! It was the perfect amount of instruction and time to practice the skills in both sports. We highly recommend this activity to anyone looking to immerse themselves in the world of Gaelic sports!!
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Virginia_S
May 30, 2026 · via Viator
So much fun!
This was the best time. My kids, my husband and I had a great time learning the sports. Joey was a great teacher and very patient. My kids said this was their favorite thing the whole trip!
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Patrick_W
April 6, 2026 · via Viator
Great family activity!
Stephen was a wonderful trainer, explaining the intricacies of G.A.A. while helping us have fun. We traveled with three young athletes and they had a blast learning Gaelic football and camogie! We were all laughing and playing together.
Operator response
Patrick, thank you for the very kind review. We are happy to hear you had a great time.
We hope you enjoyed your travels!
Míle buíochas, Ríonach.
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Lesley_A
September 23, 2025 · via Viator
Fabulous fun!
Wonderful experience! Stephen is a great teacher. It was so much fun learning how to play the Gaelic games. This is our top activity in Ireland. If you're thinking about it then definitely do it.
Operator response
Lesley - thanks so much for the kind review and delighted that your visit to us was the top activity which you enjoyed in Ireland - that the greatest compliment we could get !
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ogladi
September 14, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Irish Sports First Timers
We booked a slot at Experience Gaelic Games in Aug 2025 as a family of 5, including 3 grown children. Our instructor was Steven, he was awesome! I can’t say enough great things about him. He’s very thorough, experienced, patient and talented. We enjoyed our visit! He accommodated all of our different skill levels. We were in a small group of only 2 families so there was plenty of space and time. We learned a lot about Gaelic Football and Hurling. We didn’t actually play a game, but we learned skills and played drills that were fun. Steven was awesome! Great value for a fun group excursion!
Operator response
Delighted that you had such a good time in Galway and you enjoyed your time with Steven - thanks you so much fro taking the time to share such a positive review.
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Melissa_F
August 8, 2025 · via Viator
A wonderful experience...
A wonderful experience for our friends and family. Both the adults and children had a great day. We highly recommend this activity and Stephen was an excellent coach!
Operator response
Melissa - great that you enjoyed your time with us in Galway - thanks so much for the kind review and I hope the rest of the trip went really well
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Matthew_A
June 29, 2025 · via Viator
Fantastic experience!
This was such a great experience for our family. Our 10 and 11-year old boys really enjoyed learning about and playing Gaelic football and hurling. Our instructor was delightful. One of the real highlights of our trip!
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Dtwilliams23
April 1, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience for a large group in Galway
Awesome experience. Organised for a stag party of 16 guys and surpassed everyone's expectations.
Steven was a brilliant instructor - so knowledgeable about the sport and the history and a great coach for all levels. Made it a really fun experience for everyone.
Would highly recommend
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KedmaOug
August 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Wow! Loads of Fun!!
This was a highlight of our trip. Super fun! Learning hurling and Gaelic football. A must experience for anyone that wants something different in Ireland
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