Ireland · Walking Tours

2-Hour Galway Walking Tour with Claddagh Shore and City History

2 Hours Round trip from Galway Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Offer your prayers at Saint Nicholas Church
02 Sightsee the Spanish Arch and Galway's historic City Walls
03 Spot wild swans along Claddagh shore
04 Learn where the word 'lynched' comes from
05 Discover the Galway Tribes and their history
06 Hear about the darker side of Richard Martin's life
07 Get tips on finding the famous Claddagh ring

Sign up for a short, customisable excursion through Galway City and explore its major highlights on foot. Visit Saint Nicholas Church, the Spanish Arch, Eyre Square, and Galway's Latin Quarter, then head to Claddagh shore to spot wild swans. Learn about the Galway Tribes, hear the story behind the word 'lynched', and listen to the fascinating tale of Richard Martin, founder of the R.S.P.C.A. The tour also includes tips on finding the famous Claddagh ring.

Visit Saint Nicholas Church, the Spanish Arch, Eyre Square, and Galway's Latin Quarter, then head to Claddagh shore to spot wild swans.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Galway

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Galway City Walk through History and Claddagh

Connect with your tour guide at The Browne Doorway, Galway, to begin the itinerary.
Start by exploring Saint Nicholas Church, the Spanish Arch, and the City Walls.
Then head to Claddagh shore to spot wild swans.
Next, learn where the word 'lynched' originated, discover who the Tribes of Galway were, hear how Richard Martin founded the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (R.S.P.C.A), and delve into the darker side of his character.
Afterwards, get some tips on how to find the famous Claddagh ring.

This tour can be customised.

The route