The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Wander the streets of Galway with our expert local guide and discover the history, culture and tales which makes Galway so special. This is a true welcome to Galway as you receive insider tips on places of interest, as well as the best place to go for some authentic Irish food and a bit of 'craic agus ceol' (fun and music)!
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
Our tour starts in Eyre Square in Galway City Centre. Listen as your guide tells you stories about Eyre Square, the (seemingly) random doorway which was once the gateway to the park, Galway's link to a famous US president and learn about the flagpoles that adorn the north side of the square.
The Browne Doorway
Listen to the tales of the Tribes of Galway, one of which was the Browne family, who's doorway now sits in Eyre Square
What‘s Included
75 minute guided tour with a local guide
Food or drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Options
Public Tour
Reviews
426 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worthwhile
MsBRID O,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent. I was delayed and they dispatched a team member to wait for me and show me my guide. The guide has the cúpla focal and a good knowledge of the local area. Worth doing.
Our tour with Conor was a highlight of our time in Galway!
juliarR1896FO,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a little late - as in we toured in October - but heartfelt anyway! Conor was great on our tour and a highlight of our time in Galway
Excellent tour!
Guide68264982248,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour. Our tour guide, John was knowledgeable and engaging. My only regret is that we took the tour on our last day in Galway. We should have taken it as soon as we arrived to be able to use John’s advice on what to see and do.
It was a great...
Kim B,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great introductory tour to the area, highly recommend. Conor was very knowledgeable about the area.
Very informative tour!
Nora B,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a lovely tour with a small group of 6, so it was very easy to hear Paul.. Paul was very knowledgeable and we left the tour very well informed and even though I thought I knew Galway but I found out so much more about this beautiful city and County!
Very Informative
Tara G,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice introduction to Galway! I took this tour the first morning after I arrived, and it helped me get my bearings.
Wonderful introduction by enthusiastic guide with deep and broad knowledge
Sightseer522768,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really well done by guide who gave us knowledge and context for further directing our time in Galway. Afterwards we continued on with his suggested walk
Very enjoyable tour,...
Joyce B,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very enjoyable tour, guide was very knowledgeable about Galway’s history and funny as well. Also recommended places to eat and drink.
An insight into Galway City
morinaust,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Clare was very knowledgeable about the history of Galway City from medieval times until today. The city has many buildings that are very old and she shared some details about lots of them with great enthusiasm. Thanks Clare for a great morning.
Loved it
Danielle O,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative, but in a fun way. They guide was great- funny, very informative and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
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