Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Experience the real Galway City, with Kathleen your local Galway Girl and a professional Fáilte Ireland Tourist Guide. Hear the story of Galway City as we walk through its main thoroughfare and medieval lanes. Highlights include Eyre Square, The Medieval Walls, Lynch’s Castle, St Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Claddagh Ring Museum, The Spanish Arch and more. This guided walking tour takes approximately 90 mins.
Gain an authentic insight into the daily life of the local people, including the best places to enjoy traditional food, a good pint of Guinness and most importantly have the craic (fun).
**Please Note:** A **high level of spoken English understanding** is required to fully appreciate and enjoy the tour
Additional Info
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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Eyre Square
Meeting point Pádraic Ó Conaire statue in the middle of Eyre Square. The story starts here. Strolling through the Square, stopping at the John F. Kennedy memorial, The Quincentennial Fountain, The Brown Doorway to hear the story behind the monuments.
Oscar Wilde & Eduard Vilde Statue
Two literary figures Irish and Estonian, never meet, but had so much in common. Perfect photo stop
Options
Galway City Daily Walking Tours
What‘s Included
Tour Guide
Guided walk
Gratatitudes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent introduction to Galway, wish we did this day one!
665denisp,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour with Kathleen and it was fabulous! She is so knowledgeable and keeps it fun and entertaining. Highly recommended. If you can, do this day one, get your bearings, learn some history and also places to go after for eating and or drinking. Do it!
Enjoyed Galway tour
F9929MBmarkr,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our tour and learning about the history of Galway. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Kathleen knows her stuff!
nicoleg46,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were very fortunate to have Kathleen as our walking guide for our 2-hour walking tour of Galway city. Kathleen provided us insights into the incredible history and story of Galway city. She blended the city’s history with her own lived experience, having been born and raised in Galway and lived her whole life here. Kathleen expertly navigated us through the busy and bustling streets, alleys, and hotspots, to point us to the historical artefacts and buildings that tell the story of Galway. Kathleen also took time to provide us with key recommendations for great coffee spots, restaurants and pub life. I would highly recommend this tour with Kathleen.
Great walking tour!
Lorie F,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The walking tour was excellent ! Knew nothing of Galway’s history and learned so much. Kathleen knows her stuff! I would highly recommend taking this tour.
It is truly the luck of the Irish
Vikki D,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We found ourselves as the only customers with Kathleen yesterday and it was grand. Kathleen is born and raised in the city and was very knowledgeable. Not just about the history, the churches, the universities but also present day . A nice balance to learn about Galway specifically as we are regular visitors to Ireland in general. Thank you, Kathleen !
Charming and...
Mark H,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Charming and informational. Not a terribly long walk but packed with ideas about where to come back to.
A+ Walking Tour
333carolynk,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kathleen is lovely! So knowledgeable & a wonderful history storyteller. She was so patient & happy to answer our many questions. Kathleen was a delight!!
Fantastic way to familiarise yourself with Galway
153davidam,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful city walking tour with Kathleen. Fantastic way to familiarise yourself with the city, learn a lot about the history & find some great places to eat & drink. She answered so many questions & had a wonderful sense of humour. Would highly recommend.
Brilliant history and local insights with Kathleen
Daydream60608616075,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today’s walking tour with Kathleen was the perfect introduction to Galway. We covered everything from Eyre Square to the Spanish Arch, and Kathleen’s storytelling made the centuries of history feel incredibly relevant and engaging. She has a wonderful, friendly energy and was happy to answer all our questions. Beyond the history, her local tips for where to go and what to eat were invaluable. Highly recommend!
Loved our tour with Kathleen!
hannaheU4165YA,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kathleen was the best tour guide! She personalized the tour for me and my friends. We loved walking through Galway with her and learning all about the city. Highly recommend!
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