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Galway Legendary Small-Group Walking Tour

Galway Legendary Small-Group Walking Tour

4.9 (305) 🕑 1h 20m Free cancellation

Hear the legend of the Lynch family as you make your way through Galway, and decide what you think is really behind the murder the family is linked to. Wander around the city’s backstreets, hearing stories from your guide. Learn about the city, too, and let your guide recommend restaurants and pubs for you to try after your tour finishes. You might make new friends on this small-group tour, too.

Languages: English
📍Spanish Parade, Galway, H91 CX5P, Ireland
🏢Operated by The Great Guides of Galway

Highlights

  • Visit Galway City Museum while you wait for the tour to begin
  • Get your cameras ready to snap photos of Galway’s landmarks
  • Learn about the history of the Long Walk
  • Tell your guide your interests and they will tailor the tour for you

What you'll see & do

  • We take time to take in this magnificent building with its strange tale of a monkey who came to the rescue of a family facing disaster
  • Our famous Spanish arch, but who travelled through here, maybe in search of whole new worlds? and that Ed Sheran fella may also get a mention with his 'Galway Girl'
  • The center of Galway's giant tourism magnet. We will seek out a great Claddagh ring shop around here and make some recommendations to get some great food and drink
  • There is so much pack into this square from JFK to Irish writers and transatlantic adventurers.
  • See where Galway began with the invading Norman setting up shop in the town.
  • A city wall hidden the shopping center, only in Galway!
  • We pass by Ireland's smallest museum. It's dedicated to Nora Barnacle, the inspiration and literary muse of James Joyce.
  • The mighty river of our town may be short...but it packs a punch well beyond it's weight. Discover some of the interesting buildings that line the length of the river.
  • The 'old long walk' is the most iconic and picturesque view in town. It's been sung about many times. We take a few minutes to take in the panorama and learn a little about its hidden history.

What's included

  • A full story telling experience of the famous murder connected to the powerful Lynch Family

Good to know

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 policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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