Galway City Walking Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
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
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
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
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
Hear about the Lynch family and the most famous Galway story. See Ireland's best preserved city castle in all its glory.
What‘s Included
Guided walk
Gratuities
Options
Galway City Walking Tour
Reviews
95 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good introduction to Galway City
Maggie R,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Gary, was very knowledgeable . It was a great way ti begin our stay in Galway and get to know the city center.
Gary was so knowledgeable...
Megan C,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary was so knowledgeable and friendly. It was an amazing tour that hit all of Galway’s highlights, I definitely recommend it.
Galway history tour
ratclifferachel,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyable 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
CIE Tour
brentdS8030CN,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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.
Gary gave us a wonderful...
Lynn M,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary 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!!!
Gary was the best!...
Diane E,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary was the best! Extremely knowledgeable, great sense of humor, and , very kind. He was very down to earth and fun to be with.
Gary is a very...
Linda H,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary is a very experienced guide who brought many of his family experiences into the tour. It was easy to hear and understand him. His pace was perfect.
Galway Walking Tour with Gary Casey.
Shelley G,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary was an excellent guide. His knowledge of Galway and Irish history, his enthusiasm and storytelling skills made this a very worthwhile tour. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants a great introduction to Galway.
Informative, educational, fun
richardo806,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The city walking tour was an informative and educational experience. Erin led our group, and she was wonderful. She was witty, intelligent, and loaded with tasty folklore. She made the history of the town come alive.
Gary is a terrific guide - loved his Galway insights
Theodore M,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very thoughtful history walking your. So impressed with Gary’s knowledge and curiosity. Highly recommend!
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