At the Browne Doorway monument, beside the Fountain.
Description
This is an intimate tour with a local. The idea is to relay all information in a fun manner and to leave visitors with a very good experience, not just the bare facts. Galway is a vibrant, fun and energetic city and our tours will reflect that energy.
Each tour is as new an experience for the guide as the visitor. No two tours are ever the same. That is what makes Athas Tours so unique.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 18–64)
$23
Senior (ages 65+)
$21
Youth (ages 13–17)
$21
Child (ages 6–12)
$14
Infant (ages 0–0)
Free
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 15 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Galway City Walking Tour
Itinerary
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
15 min
Marvel at this 1320 church filled with ancient and more modern history from Knights Templars to hidden stories about corpses that miraculously didn't decay. Forgotten soldiers, vicious invaders and a tolerance seen that Galway is famed for.
Lynch's Castle
10 min
Hear about the Lynch family and the most famous Galway story. See Ireland's best preserved city castle in all its glory.
The Spanish Arch
10 min
The end-point of the tour, looking across to the famous Claddagh village. Listen to the story of the Arch, Claddagh, the ring assoc listed with it, as well as the fisher folk.
Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue
5 min
Learn how Oscar Wilde ties in with Galway city, Ireland's City of the Arts
The Browne Doorway
10 min
Once the main entrance to Eyre square, the monument and others found in this part of the city centre are highlighted.
What's included
Included
Guided walk
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
100 reviews
5
94
4
5
3
0
2
0
1
1
How it compares in Galway
No. 38 by number of reviews among 296 tours in Galway
Starting price $23 is 44% 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
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 Galway City Walking Tour take?
Galway City Walking Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Galway City Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $23 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 Galway City Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Galway City Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $14, adults from $23. Infants go free.
Does Galway City Walking Tour sell out?
It can: 15 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 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 At the Browne Doorway monument, beside the Fountain. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 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 15 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 All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(100)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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340thomasq
August 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A Great Intro to Galway
This tour was included in the CIE Pub Tour my wife and I took. We met our guide, Brian Nolan, outside O’Connell’s Pub, where we sampled a pint before we set off to explore the City Brian loves and is native to. He brought us Eyre Square where JFK gave a speech in June 1963. He then took us through the Latin Quarter and then down to the river. He has a great sense of humor and depth of knowledge about his birthplace. A wonderful experience I would highly recommend as a starting point before exploring the lovely town of Galway on your own.
Operator response
Hi there
I believe this was meant for Brian, not my tour, Athas Tours Galway.
I will gladly accept a 5 star review any day, but maybe delete this and find his website thanks!
Gary
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Andy B
July 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great local tour
Great tour, small group, lots of local history and knowledge delivered at a great pace and with lots of laughs. Gary was fab
Operator response
Thanks so much for this great review Andy, I couldn't ask for better! I try to keep a good energy going during the tour and have some 'Craic' mixed in with the history and facts along the way.
May the road rise before you. Gary
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Lisa_M
July 3, 2026 · via Viator
Great Overview Tour
Our guide Gary was wonderful- so much great information about Galway and gave a great overview of the city. He was very accommodating as well- easy to communicate and adjust the time. Highly recommend this tour!
Operator response
Hi Lisa
Thank you for this great review. One thing I do like to be is as flexible as possible. I realise that visitors like you keep me in a living and I am very grateful for that. Wishing you, your family and my many American guests over the years a very happy 250th anniversary, too! Gary.
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pastorkennyb
April 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Galwsy Tour Guide zJason
Jason’s exceptional job was evident in his incredibly friendly, interesting, knowledgeable, and skilled communication of Galway’s history and its connection to the homelands of the tour participants.
KB
Operator response
Hi there KB. This is the second great review I have received for Jason
But he is a different tour. Please check and see if you can review the correct business. Thanks!
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Wander33983046291
April 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Jason the legend !
a great walking tour, not too long and definitely not boring.
jason our guide had us locked into everything he was saying and is a great story teller. so informative, super funny and would recommend this walking tour 110%
thanks again jason !:))
Operator response
Hi there. My name is Gary Casey. You reviewed the wrong tour. Please redo your review as Jason does not work here. He sounds like he is very good. Thank you and enjoy my home city! Gary
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Maggie_R
February 17, 2026 · via Viator
Good introduction to Galway City
Our guide, Gary, was very knowledgeable . It was a great way ti begin our stay in Galway and get to know the city center.
Operator response
Hi Maggie
Thanks a milliilon for your great review! It was a pleasure to show you about my home. I always try to learn something new about the city to add to my tours
Wishing you many more adventures and fun, Gary
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Megan_C
February 10, 2026 · via Viator
Gary was so knowledgeable...
Gary was so knowledgeable and friendly. It was an amazing tour that hit all of Galway’s highlights, I definitely recommend it.
Operator response
Hiya Megan!
Thanks for that smashing review, it was a pleasure to show you about my home. I just love a bit of reading and research and learn new stuff about Galway every day.
Wishing you many more grand adventures, Gary
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ratclifferachel
February 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Galway history tour
Enjoyable tour of Galway with our Guide Paul, full of knowledge & good sense of humour .
Money well spent .
Didn’t let the rain & cold day spoil our trip
Operator response
Thank you for the fabulous review Rachael! Leaving guests happy is what it is all about with our Galway walks. It makes it so worthwhile. Do me a wee favour and recheck the name Paul, as we do not use a guide of that name & don't want to steal another's thunder lol.
Go n-eiri an bothar leat, Gary
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brentdS8030CN
October 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
CIE Tour
We met up with Brian Nolan our guide near the Spanish Arch for our private tour. He proceeded to take us to the Galway City Museum keeping us amused there and managed to keep us together up Quay and High Street, no small feat pointing out several features and regaling us in folklore and history. Time well spent that made us appreciate this part of Ireland.
Operator response
Hi There
Thank you for this great review on behalf of Brian. He is a fab guide!
Maybe remove this and post on his Galway Walks instead. I run Athas Tours walks
Kind regards
Gary
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Lynn_M
September 23, 2025 · via Viator
Gary gave us a wonderful...
Gary gave us a wonderful history of the area...really delving into some of the most common. Irish surnames n some of the stories behind them ...it was great!!!
Operator response
Thanks so much Lynn! Lots of visitors love to know more about their own surnames and Irish ones - I have tried to learn as much as possible on a few of them. Go n-eiri an bothar leat, Gary
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