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Story Galway 90 Minute Walking Tour
Galway, Western Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$34.87
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Overview
The Story Galway 90 Minute Walking Tour offers an intimate look into the rich history and vibrant culture of Galway. Guided by a true native Galwegian, this tour is a delightful blend of storytelling, history, and local lore.
- 🏛️ Begin your journey at Eyre Square, meeting at Gatto Rosso Restaurant, where the history of Galway unfolds amidst the backdrop of its iconic landmarks.
- 🗿 Discover the statue of one of Galway's treasured characters, a storyteller, writer, and poet, which holds more stories and curious history than meets the eye.
- ⛲ Visit the Quincentennial Fountain, a sculpture that links Galway to its maritime past, once a lively fountain now a silent reminder of the city’s establishment.
- 🏰 Stand before the Browne Doorway, a relic of Galway's opulent past, representing one of the powerful merchant families that once ruled the city.
- 🚶♂️ Walk through Williamsgate Street, where the Great Gate once stood, now a pedestrianized area filled with colorful characters and historical points.
- 🏰 Explore Lynch's Castle, dating back to the 14th century, and learn about the fascinating history and legends attached to the powerful Lynch family.
- 🕊️ Encounter the Lynch Memorial, surrounded by myth and lore, and discover the curious story behind its existence.
- ⛪ Visit Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, the largest medieval parish church in continuous use in Ireland, rich with history and vibrant weekend markets.
- 📚 Pass by Naughton's Pub (Tigh Neachtain), once the townhouse of Richard "Humanity Dick" Martin, now a hub for artistry and local recommendations.
- 🌊 Marvel at the Spanish Arch, the last remaining part of the city wall, steeped in history, and nearby the museum where the River Corrib meets the sea.
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Story Galway 90 Minute Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- umbrellas
- Dinner
Meeting point
Meeting in front of Gatto Rosso Italian Restaurant, Eyre Square.
Return details
A beautiful side of Galway, with the Museum and the long walk where the river Corrib meets the sea, through the Spanish Arch itself.
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Eyre SquareMeeting at Gatto Rosso Restaurant facing the square we begin Galways Story. Stopping at some of Galways landmarks, taking in the greater story told by the buildings which surround it.
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One of our most treasured Galwegians characters, storyteller, writer and poet. His statue containing more stories and curious history.
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Quincentennial Fountain Far from a fountain now but once upon a time it did spout and sputter. The sculpture now remains linking us to our maritime past and the city’s establishment.
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The Browne DoorwayThis relic of our opulent past and one of our powerful merchant families whom ran the city. Stands watching over the square, a curious piece of Galways recent and medieval past.
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Williamsgate Street. Entering through to where the city's Great Gate once stood into Galway now pedestrianized area. Surrounded by a plethora of historical points to the more modern homes of colorful Galway Characters.
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Lynch's CastleDating back to the 14th century, Lynch's Castle is one of the finest examples of a medieval town castle in Ireland. From its stone work, carvings and structure we will delve into some of the most interesting history, lore and legend attached to the powerful Lynch family.
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The Lynch MemorialThe memorial to the famous Lynch Legend which is surrounded in myth and lore. With a particularly curious story as to how it came to be and all the messy facts attached.
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Saint Nicholas' Collegiate ChurchFounded in 1320, this is the largest medieval parish church in continuous use in Ireland. The church and grounds hold a treasure throve of history and stories to share. A beautiful part of the city of the city, with a vibrant market during the weekends.
- Galway's beloved bookshop which has been a part of the Galway fabric since it opened it doors in the late 80’s and later moved to its current premises in 1995. With over 100.00 books floor to roof the bookshop is not just a place to buy books but has also become a cultural hub for the community. (pass by)
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Naughton's Pub (Tigh Neachtain)Once the townhouse to one of Galways most colouful characters, Richard "Humanity Dick" Martin, today a must visit pub and hub for the artistic community of Galway and locals alike. Plus the best tips and recommendations for food, drink and shopping.
- An oasis of calm running parallel to the busy Quay Street passing some hidden gems and wonderful history. (pass by)
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Quay StreetAt the end of Quay street we have Blakes Castle, once a stronghold serving as the maritime gate to the city with many other functions since, nestled in the Latin Quarter.
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Once a place where fish were sold with many more stories beneath its cobblestones, as well as a popular spot today for locals to enjoy the rare glimpses of sunshine.
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The Spanish ArchThe last remaining part of the city wall, a hub for the ships and sailors with some fascinating history attached to its stone. In the area is also the museum, with the long walk just beyond tracing where the River Corrib meets the sea.
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Story Galway 90 Minute Walking Tour
Galway, Western Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$34.87
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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