This tour highlights our maritime history and how the water had been used to enhance our relations with europe and indeed the world. One of europe’s fastest flowing rivers offered the opportunity to harness its power which would bring Galway into the industrial age offering employment in textiles, distilling and munitions.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed Tour Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Spanish Parade
Return
Taylor's Bar & Beer Garden
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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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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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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This tour highlights our maritime history and how the water had been used to enhance our relations with europe and indeed the world. One of europe’s fastest flowing rivers offered the opportunity to harness its power which would bring Galway into the industrial age offering employment in textiles, distilling and munitions.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed Tour Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Spanish Parade
Return
Taylor's Bar & Beer Garden
Itinerary
1
Galway Cathedral
Europe's Youngest grand Cathedral
10 minutes
2
NUIG
Opened in 1849 , Today one of the top 100 universities in the World
10 minutes
3
Claddagh Jewellers
One of Ireland's oldest fishing villages
10 minutes
4
Canal Road Upper
Walk the picturesque banks of the eglington canal , hearing stories of trade , famine and industry.
45 minutes
5
The Long Walk
Hear stories of the long walk many took to board a ship in the hope of a better life and how the water was to put Galway on the international Stage
