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Wonderful walking tour of Galway
Colleen was an excellent tour guide. So knowledgeable about Galway and her inclusion of stories about each stop made the tour a lot of fun
Operator response
Lovely meeting you all telling you about our city
Explore Galway City Walking Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 40min
- Price from
- $34 / person
- Location
- Galway, Ireland
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Colleen Irish Travel
- Meeting point
- I will be met you at O'Conaire Statue in middle of John F Kennedy Memorial Park, wearing a green jacket
Description
Join your local certified tour guide on leisurely stroll around this vibrant city. As you walk, hear stories about Galway culture, history, arts, and language. We will give you a glimpse into what makes Galway so important, the merchant families, invaders, to the movie stars and visiting presidents .
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 4
- Adult (ages 21–65)
- $34
- Senior (ages 66–90)
- $32
- Youth (ages 16–20)
- $29
- Child (ages 4–15)
- $24
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
In demand: 18 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Square Spa at Hotel Meyrick
Eyre Square the central of point of Galway, Browne doorway, & 14 tribes of Galway. Have a quiet poetry word with Padraic O'Conaire. We discuss the uses of the square through history.
Eyre Square Centre
Yes we are in the shopping centre not to shop. How did this wall project Galway for 90 days?
Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue
At this statue we discuss Oscar Wilde Galway connection, and how this gentleman is sitting beside Eduard. At this point we also tell you about Dublin time.
Lynch's Castle
This former home of one of Galway most famous family, One of Galway finest examples of the town house, fours storeys high with embellished carved windows and gargoyles and ornamental mouldings
Nora Barnacle House Museum
Nora Barnacle muse and wife of writer James Joyce. Their first romantic assignation in 1904, on a day that is celebrated worldwide as "Bloomsday"
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
We view this working medieval from the outside. It is one of the largest medieval parish church in Ireland in continuous use in Ireland. Founded in 1320 and dedicated to the patron saint St Nicholas. Church maybe closed during this walk.
Galway's Latin Quarter
This is the entertaining, historical region of Galway City, that leads to Spainish Arch
What's included
Included
Guided Walk
Not included
Gratuities
St Nicholas church, inside of church is not included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
How it compares in Galway
- Starting price $34 is 17% below 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
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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 Explore Galway City Walking Tour take?
Explore Galway City Walking Tour lasts about 1h 40min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Explore Galway City Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $34 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 Explore Galway City Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM.
How much does Explore Galway City Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–15 pay from $24, adults from $34. Infants go free.
Does Explore Galway City Walking Tour sell out?
It can: 18 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Explore Galway City Walking Tour 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 I will be met you at O'Conaire Statue in middle of John F Kennedy Memorial Park, wearing a green jacket. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Explore Galway City Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
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
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Great Galway greeting
This was a perfect introduction to our time in Galway. We did this first thing upon arriving and it gave us the overview we needed to get the most out of the rest of the visit, plan for the week and provide insight into what we were seeing and experiencing. Colleen was our guide, fantastic, extremely knowledgeable.
Operator response
Thank you so much. Lovely to met you both.
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Lovely walking tour of Galway city
Lovely guided tour of Galway city with Colleen, full of wonderful stories of Galway's colourful history. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend highly.
Operator response
Lovely to met you ladies & show you around Galway, thank you for the lovely comments
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Wonderful walking tour full of great info
We weren't even planning to do a tour of Galway, but I'm glad we ended up booking with Colleen! We had a lovely tour which really made our time in Galway more enjoyable. We are glad we took the time to learn about the city. Would absolutely recommend this walking tour!
Operator response
Thank you for the kind review.
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A Great Experience With Colleen
Colleen does a great walking tour of Galway. She is very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was excellent value for money. Thank you for a great morning tour of Galway!
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A Great Tour With Colleen
Colleen does an excellent walking tour of Galway. She is friendly and knowledgeable. I’m a solo traveler and felt very welcome. I especially enjoyed what she had to say about medieval Galway. Thank you for an enjoyable morning.
Operator response
Nancy it was my pleasure to show you around our medieval city of Galway, thank you for joining us
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