Medieval Galway Tour

From€20

1h 30m

Galway, Ireland

Full description

Take a walking tour of Medieval Galway with an experienced regional guide and member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. See the remnants of the medieval period in Galway and learn about the city's past. Meet your guide at the Browne Doorway in Eyre Square where they will take you on an exciting tour to discover the city walls, Lynch's Memorial Window, the story of the Claddagh ring, Hall of the Red Earl, and much more. Hear how the 14 Tribes took control of Galway from the de Burgo's and made it one of the most important trading hubs along the western seaboard during the medieval period.

Included / Excluded

A guide with over 11 years guiding experience and a BA (Hons) Heritage Studies.
Fáilte Ireland Regional Guide

Entrance fee into St. Nicholas' Church.

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
Stroller Accessible
Service Animals Allowed
Easy Public Transport

Good to know

Please note, tour runs in all weather, unless there's a severe weather warning. Please dress accordingly. In the event of a severe weather warning the tour will be cancelled for the safety of the group, and an alternative date or a full refund will be given.

Traveler reviews

5.0

18 reviews

Highly recommend

Marteen is an excellent tour guide, I would highly recommend, very interesting and was extremely knowledgeable

Attracta_FJul 1, 2026VIATOR

Fun Tour

Fun walking tour of the city! Very informative and fun learning about the history of Galway. Tour guide spoke clearly and loudly so it was easy to follow.

Denise_LJun 25, 2026VIATOR

Great way to see Galway...

Great way to see Galway history right before your eyes. The stories of folk lore were the best! Had a great experience.

Leon_JJun 6, 2026VIATOR

Amazing tour

Marteen was a wonderful guide and she was so knowledgeable about Galway. It was such a pleasure listening to her speak about something she’s so clearly passionate about!

Jaime_FMay 27, 2026VIATOR

Great tour!

Marteen was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, tour was not rushed, she made sure we had time to take photographs, ask questions! I highly this tour! Thanks again Marteen!

John_MMay 19, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Please note, tour runs in all weather, unless there's a severe weather warning. Please dress accordingly. In the event of a severe weather warning the tour will be cancelled for the safety of the group, and an alternative date or a full refund will be given.

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