The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 20 minutes
Mobile ticket
Hi! and welcome to the most friendly city on earth (and that's official). The 'Legendary tour' has been running for over a decade now and has been much praised over the years for going well beyond the historical outline of city. We take you on meandering tour around the backstreets of the fine medieval city with a few stops that relate to more modern times.
The tour focusses of legends rather than just history and will adapt to appeal the personal interests of the participants.
Galway has some fascinating tales that are brought to life through Neil's storytelling. Who can resist a tales of love, pirates, murder and adventuring in new lands?
We also take great delight in recommending places to eat and drink that we think we will really appeal to you.
You will be part of a group that is never more than 15 people to allow for a more personalised and intimate experience of our city.
We hope that you will have a great time, as thousands have done already.
Additional Info
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lynch's Castle
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
The Spanish Arch
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'
What‘s Included
A full story telling experience of the famous murder connected to the powerful Lynch Family
Options
The 1pm tour!
See more if the west side!
9.30 breakfast tour!
Includes coffee!
5 30 one!
5 30
The 10am version..
The early evening tour
Wondering about!
The early evening one!
6pm one!
3.30 ledgendary tour!
3.30
The early evening one!
7.30pm! It is
Midday tour
West side: This tour will take in more of the west side of Galway including the cathedral and university areas
2pm tour!
See the west side!
Midday + tour
Midday tour: This tour focusses more on the west side around the cathedral and university areas
4pm tour!
4pm!
4.30 tour!
4.30 tour!
2 30
The 2.30 one
The 1pm one!
One pm tour!
6pm one!
6pm!
Noon tour
Noon tour: This tour will take in more of the west side of Galway including the cathedral and university areas
The. 2pm tour!
Take the 2pm tour!
Morning tour
Morning in galway...breakfast!
1.30 tour
1 30!
The 5pm tour...
The morning one!
10 am tour!
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
The 5pm tour!
5pm tour!
The 11am tour!
The 4.30 one!
The 4.30 one!
Reviews
247 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Definitely recommend!
Lisa S,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice introduction to Galway. It gives a brief span of who Galwaians are and their significance in how Ireland came to be. The only negative thing was we were very close to a Spanish speaking group. Their guide was speaking through a headset and very loud. Perhaps there is a way to space out groups so that each group can hear their guide.
Under whelming
304rosiew,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I would also agree that the tour was underwhelming. It was difficult to hear when the group was so large. It says in yr site that max is 15, you book with this in mind and when you exceed this number you are not fulfilling what you advertised. I booked early so would expect you cut off numbers at 15. Far from inspiring and promoting Galway to a tourist who has travelled widely. We left the tour early, quite frankly we were bored with the information content.
Galway walking your
Tom S,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.0090 minute tour was just right, from a time standpoint. Neil’s commentary was delightful. Highly recommend this tour.
See the city with the eyes of an Irishman
731nayrad,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Neil took us for a nice walk in Galway City. He makes the tour very pleasant because he is telling stories and interacts with the people of the group, makes everyone comfortable and having a good time. You see the city with the eyes of someone there.
Great Tour and Neal made it better
Rosemary K,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend this tour. Neal's knowledge of Ireland is awesome. He made it interesting and fun.
Great tour we'll thought...
Roberta T,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour we'll thought out and covers the city amazingly. Offers great suggestions and brings tou through some tight and unexpected corners.
Neil is the best!!
Sydney B,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Neil was a fantastic guide. He was thorough and efficient on the tour and was so kind. He is such a delight, we had a great experience !!
Enjoyable walking tour
Amy D,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great walking tour of Galway with some history and stories mixed in. Nice local perspective, highly recommend!
A very informative and...
Katelyn S,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very informative and fun tour! The guide was great! The guide is very friendly and willing to answer questions and cater the tour to your interests.
Great tour for finding...
Katarina M,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour for finding out more about Galway with fun stories and recommendations along the way. A variety of spots to learn more about
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Operated by The Great Guides of Galway