Private Tour
EBIKE GUIDED TOUR HERITAGE center & PIRATE QUEEN Story & LEDGEND
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
WESTPORT No 1 Bike Tour
Discover Westport by ebike
This guided tour with Brian is an easy relaxing cycle down to the harbour & westport Heritage center
Where You will Hear local legends & stories, the history of famous Local people from the past, from Brona our local historian ,
Brona will exibit many physical artifacts, plus maps & photos, learn about the rich local history how people lived and worked ,listen to the real story of the famine and the tragedy it caused locally in Mayo , learn about Famous Grace O'Malley the 16 century chieftain, known as the pirate queen and her exploits on the seas of west of Ireland , her daring visit to queen Elizabeth of England in London all this and more.
A short cycle down to the headland know as the POINT where you are right out on Clew bay , a fantastic place for photos with Croagh Patrick mountain and ClewBay islands in the back ground
An insight to the emigration from the bay to North America All in all a great informative guided tour
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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 Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Heritage Centre Westport, Co. Mayo
This is a guided tour with local guide Brian who will bring you to local historical places of interest he will talk about how the browne family (lord sligo) owners of westport house estate designed and created the purpose built Town of westport in the 18th century you will visit the heritage center where you will be brought back in time to the famine era and told the stories and ledgends in the 16th century about Grace Omalley THE PIRATE queen and her maritime exploits on West Coast of Ireland her marriages to 3 men and her voyage by ship to visit with Queen Elizabeth 1 in London to obtain release of family captives and prisoners in the Tower of London learn the story of major John mcbride his marriage to maude Gonne and 1916 rising exploits and execution This fantastic 3hr cycling adventure will bring you from the town to the Quay , the old Work House site and famine grave site
What‘s Included
In-person English Guide
Use of bicycle
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
EBIKE GUIDED TOUR HERITAGE center & PIRATE QUEEN Story & LEDGEND
Visit heritage center
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best e bike tour!
Margaret G,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a wonderful way to explore Westport. Brian was full of knowledge of past history and more recent events. We enjoyed every moment of the narrative and the personal touch. Brian adjusted the tour to what suited us. The bikes were easy to use and the lovely way to see the city.
Guided tour westport
ginakA6855FU,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Myself and the group went with Brian the tour guide on a lovely day in November on our e bike down to the heritage centre where Brona the local historan brought us back in time..Brian was a great guide fantastic stories about pirate queen Grace O Malley..Highly recommended
History and ledgends
saileend,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Myself and friends went on the 3 hr guided tour with Brian on ebikes which was fantastic full of stories legends and local history. The legends around the pirate queen were unbelievable the presentation by Brona in heritage centre was very informative I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Westport
E bike tour
X3187ORjosht,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on the Westport guided tour with Brian by ebike. Brian was great Over the 3 hr tour we learned alot about the area in the past in particular the story of the. 16 century pirate queen grace omalley was amazing also the Heritage Center was so amazing All in all a must do tour when in westport highly recommend
Heritage tour
sabinaz239,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with my family from Canada on the heritage trail tour with Brian this was a great experience we had no idea that there was so much history over the centuries the visit to the heritage center was super the guide Brona gave a cool talk on the legends and stories of the pirates queen grace O’Malley and her exploits in past especially her visit to release hostages in London in 1580. This is a must do tour
Heritage, history, and hospitality — a wonderful Westport bike tour with Brian!
doreenw306,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on a heritage bike tour led by Brian, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Brian is a wonderful historian with an engaging storytelling style that brought Westport’s past to life. As we cycled through the beautiful grounds of Westport House, he shared fascinating insights about the area’s history and heritage. The tour included a stop at the Quayside Gallery, which showcased a lovely range of work from talented local artists and craftspeople. We also visited the Westport Heritage Centre, where Brian continued to share his deep knowledge and passion for Irish history. The experience was perfectly rounded off with a beautiful afternoon tea by the fireside in McCarthy’s Bar, complete with homemade scones and delicious treats baked by Elke. It was a warm and friendly way to end the day, with our group enjoying great discussions about the tour and the stories we’d heard. Overall, it was a delightful blend of history, culture, and hospitality — highly recommended for anyone visiting Westport!
Interesting morning trip down history
brendandA9873RZ,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an excellent morning trip through the grounds of the beautiful Westport House estate where we were regaled with stories about the history and previous occupant’s of the house. We then proceeded to the Westport Heritage Centre and had an interesting talk from one of the curators . There are many interesting objects and artefacts to view in this museum. The tour then proceeded along the beautiful greenway where we visited the memorial site to the victims of the old Union workhouse. A wonderful an enlightening experience. Highly recommend.
Westport Heritage Tour
Z3265PQpatrickf,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went on the Westport Heritage Tour with Brian Meehan with people I knew and new friends made with shared interests .Brian was always engaging and interesting ,his extensive knowledge of built , cultural and natural heritage made for a very interesting day and I’d even like to go again , a brilliant afternoon had by all .
Westport tour heritage
pawelf821,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian tour today with my friends was very informative and have a great insight to westport i'm the past especially. The piratów Queen grace Malley the highlight was the heritage center with Brona and her talk on westport over the years Highly recommend when i'm westport
Westport cycle tour.
Departure13770139348,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian gave us a nice informative tour,to include architecture of westport house and then to the heritage centre. A good morning out,well worth it.
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