Magpie
5.0(3 reviews)

Galway Tasting and Walking Tour

From$98.95
2h 20m
Galway, Ireland

Full description

This is an easy going and steady paced tour. I will take you to some of my favourite places in the city. Our first stop is a short walk from Eyre Sq. It is a modern contemporary bar, there you will have a Gin & Tonic made from their own exclusively made Gin with food and check out their selection of over 530 gins. Our next venue is a local family run business, just off the main street located in the shadow of a church build in the mid 1800`s, here you will taste a range of Irish made cheeses, meats, breads with a glass of wine, hear about Galway's historical connection to the world wine trade. Our last venue is one of Galway`s oldest and most favourite pubs, located just on Eyre Square, find out the fascinating history of this protected building before settling into one of the bars quiet snugs for a tasting of Irish craft beers from local breweries including their own house beer or an Irish whiskey flight. The tour lasts over 2 hours approx. max of 12 people on tour.

Included / Excluded

  • Tasting of Craft Beer, Gin and Wine
  • Tasting Plates
  • Gratuities
  • Additional drinks guests can order

Itinerary

1

Meet your guide in Eyre Square. Where they will introduce you to the history of Galway and Ireland the using the monuments and memorials in the Square to tell the story of the founding of Galway, Irish language and emigration. Then we head to the first of 3 venues, the first venue is a modern and contemporary bar, there you can relax with a Gin & Tonic and some food. This venue is located just off Eyre Square. Then we will head down the bustling streets where the streetscape has remained the same for centuries. The tour lasts 2 hours approx. with 12 people being the maximum number on the tour.

Duration: 40 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

We stay close to Eyre Square, just around the corner for our second venue, which is a modern and contemporary bar, there you can relax with a cocktail made with their own exclusively distilled house gin. The venue is located across the street from an 18th century church. Then we will head down the bustling streets where the streetscape has remained the same for centuries.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Doorway of the tower house belonging to one of original merchant families of Galway.

Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Only fully intact tower house belonging to the Lynch family, one of Galway`s most powerful old merchant families

Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

We leave the main street and walk down Buttermilk Lane onto Middle Street. Passing 2 other historical buildings in the city.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Pass by: This church dates back to the 14th century and still in use today, famous visitors include Christopher Columbus. Located beside Galway`s famous market.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Galway's famous city market has been in existence for many centuries and takes place on Saturday mornings.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Pass by: Irelands first Irish/Gaelic speaking theatre founded in late 1920`s.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Our second venue is a local family run business, just off the main street located in the shadow of a church build in the mid 1800`s. Here we will enjoy excellent Irish produced cheese`s with meats, breads and a glass of wine.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10

Pass by: This is one of 3 Catholic churches built from the 1850`s in Galway city.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
11

Pass by: We will pass through Eyre Square on our way to our final venue, pass the banners of the Tribal families of Galway. this venue is one of oldest and favorite pubs in the city. Where you will enjoy some local craft beers including their own house beer in one of the bars many snugs.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking e.g. Coeliac, Lactose, Nut Allergy etc. etc. -
  • Limited Vegetarian options are available - Vegan options are not available.
  • Operates in all weather, unless there is an official orange or red weather warning in place.
  • Tours can be cancelled for lack of tour numbers.
  • Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
  • Venues can change or become unavailable and these are circumstances beyond my control.
  • By booking this tour, you have agreed to have your image used and photos or video of the tour to be uploaded onto our social media platforms or for commercial uses etc.

Traveler reviews

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Wonderful Food Tour in Galway

The selection of locations in this tour is amazing. The foods we sampled were simply delicious. The highlight of the tour for us was the family owed wine and cheese bar, hands down. Thanks Gerry for the wonderful experience.

Z5919HTdaniellecMar 8, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Great Tasting and Walking tour Galway

Tasting and Walking Tour was great. Gerry was outstanding and very knowledgeable. The places we stopped for food and drink were wonderful. Highly recommend. Thank you Gerry!

283denniscSep 22, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Walking and Tasting Galway tour

Gerry was great. Knowledge was incredible. We felt special and would definitely recommend this tour. Dennis and Virginia

denniscP4934WUSep 12, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking e.g. Coeliac, Lactose, Nut Allergy etc. etc. - Limited Vegetarian options are available - Vegan options are not available. Operates in all weather, unless there is an official orange or red weather warning in place. Tours can be cancelled for lack of tour numbers. Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes prior to the start of the tour. Venues can change or become unavailable and these are circumstances beyond my control. By booking this tour, you have agreed to have your image used and photos or video of the tour to be uploaded onto our social media platforms or for commercial uses etc.
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