Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Uncover the captivating history of Galway and get to know the City of the Tribes in this engaging 90-minute tour, where tales of local myths, medieval battles, and cultural treasures come to life.
Learn about the legendary Tribes of Galway - 14 powerful merchant families who shaped the medieval city - and how their legacy is still celebrated today.
Hear stories of colourful characters, including the Galway man responsible for several world firsts in animal rights, one local family's connections to King Arthur, and the intriguing origins of Galway's iconic Claddagh Ring.
You will also learn why Galway's patron saint is a surprisingly familiar figure and explore the city's rich heritage, g...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Points
Departure
The Browne Doorway
The Browne Doorway is located at the top of the park in Eyre Square.
Return
Spanish Arch
The Spanish Arch is a 16th-century archway located beside the mouth of the River Corrib.
Galway: City of the Tribes Walking Tour
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County Galway
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Uncover the captivating history of Galway and get to know the City of the Tribes in this engaging 90-minute tour, where tales of local myths, medieval battles, and cultural treasures come to life.
Learn about the legendary Tribes of Galway - 14 powerful merchant families who shaped the medieval city - and how their legacy is still celebrated today.
Hear stories of colourful characters, including the Galway man responsible for several world firsts in animal rights, one local family's connections to King Arthur, and the intriguing origins of Galway's iconic Claddagh Ring.
You will also learn why Galway's patron saint is a surprisingly familiar figure and explore the city's rich heritage, g...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Points
Departure
The Browne Doorway
The Browne Doorway is located at the top of the park in Eyre Square.
Return
Spanish Arch
The Spanish Arch is a 16th-century archway located beside the mouth of the River Corrib.
Itinerary
1
The Browne Doorway
Meet in Eyre Square in the centre of Galway to learn about the history of the city, the families that shaped it, and how the park has been used over the centuries.
5 minutes
2
Lynch's Castle
An architectural gem in the heart of Galway, learn about the clues this castle holds to Galway's history, and its link to one of the many battles for control of the city.
5 minutes
3
The Lynch Memorial
Discover the story of James Lynch Fitz-Stephen, a medieval Mayor of Galway who is remembered for all the wrong reasons!
5 minutes
4
Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
Discover the history of this beautiful 14th century church, and its link to the fall of the Tribes of Galway.
5 minutes
5
The King's Head
Discover how this city centre pub, once home to two former Mayors of Galway, got its name.
5 minutes
6
Thomas Dillon's Claddagh Gold
Here you will learn all about the history of the Claddagh Ring.
5 minutes
7
Kirwan's Lane
Learn about local legend Richard 'Humanity Dick' Martin, who opened Galway's first theatre in this lane. Martin was responsible for the world's first animal rights law, and the world's first animal welfare organisation.
5 minutes
8
The Spanish Arch
Here you'll discover Galway's maritime heritage, the city's link to the discovery of America, and why the arch is only half the size it once was.
