Walking Tours in Galway City

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OurĀ  tour of the Medieval centre of Galway also explores some of the Canals, millstreams and waterways that make Galway City such a wonderful City. This tour proceeds at a leisurely pace taking time for some photos along the river bank.

This 100 minute Galway City walking tour will bring you to all the must see locations and some of the hidden gems in the City including

Eyre Square
The focal point of the City, Eyre Square has undergone many changes over the years. John F Kennedy came here before his assassination and the park is now called Kennedy memorial park in his honour.
The Town Walls
The earliest account of the walling of Galway is from 1270 of which significant sections of the walls are still in place today.
Lynch's Castle
Located at the centre of the old medieval town, Lynch's Castle is one of the oldest buildings in Ireland still used for commercial purposes.
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas
Dating from the 1300's, Christopher Columbus stopped off here on his way to the new world in 1477.
Historic Pubs
Learn the stories behind some of Galway's most famous landmark pubs such as The Kings Head, De Burgos and O'Connells.
The Lynch Memorial window
One of Galway's most famous attractions and famous legends, this window holds many secrets.
Pro Cathedral
The Catholic Pro Cathedral has been closed as a place of worship since 1965 when the new Cathedral opened. This building has a rich and at times tragic history.
Town Hall & Courthouse
These elegant buildings have an interesting history and also someĀ  hidden mysteries.
The River walkway & Mill Streams
Enjoy breathtaking scenery and learn the the stories behind the powerful Corrib River.