Arthurs Grand Canal Bike Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Take a leisurely cycle and Guided Bike Tour along the Grand Canal Greenway from Sallins. Discover the Canal's 250-year history and the profound connection between Ireland's first man-made navigation system and the iconic pint of stout.

The tour includes admission to the Malt to Vault Arthur Guinness Exhibition at Ardclough where you can enjoy a light lunch before returning to Sallins where you can enjoy a taste of the black stuff at the Railway Inn Heritage pub.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Use of bicycle

Guide

What To Expect

Sallins

The Tour begins in Sallins, where trade on the Grand Canal first began when passenger and cargo barges started hauling their horse drawn loads between the small Kildare village and Dublin in 1780. Today Sallins is a bustling inland harbour village with 4 award winning restaurants & bars on the waterfront, and an array of boats, barges, houseboats and a brewery.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

The bike tour heads east from Sallins along the Grand Canal Greenway to Ardclough. The route is 10 km along a unique biodiversity corridor. Participants will cycle a total of 20km on the way down and back.

2 hours • Admission Included

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