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15 Best Galway Walking Tours

The city’s own bookings: welcome walks through the Latin Quarter’s buskers and the Trad on the Prom song-and-dance night that sends visitors out humming. Galway performs for a living; the walks introduce the cast.

3.Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City

Explore Galway through this engaging walking and tasting tour, combining top sights, local food, drinks, and stories—all guided by friendly experts.

★ 5.0

“John was host with the most. Food was fantastic and John was super, like meeting up with a mate for a pint. He was so knowledgeable and yet personable.”

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4.The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

Discover Galway’s hidden gems and legends on this engaging 1 hour 20-minute walking tour, led by passionate guides sharing stories, history, and local tips.

★ 5.0

“It was pouring down rain and mostly dark, but Neil made this tour very enjoyable! We learned a lot of interesting history, and stayed as dry as possible. Had a lot of laughs, as well! Highly recommend!”

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5.Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread

Discover authentic Irish baking in Galway with a hands-on class making traditional scones and bread in a local's home. Fun, tasty, and memorable.

★ 5.0

“Kate was very friendly and helped my wife and I make wonderful scones. We also made bread that I just tried and is very good. We had wonderful conversation with the other couple Rod and Renee from Atlanta.”

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6.Galway City Walking Tour

Discover Galway through a local guide on this 1.5-hour walking tour visiting key landmarks like Eyre Square, Lynch's Castle, and the Spanish Arch.

★ 5.0

“Really interesting and entertaining. Strongly recommended. Gary is full of facts (and fiction…) and a terrific advocate for the lovely city.”

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7.Walking Tour of The Quiet Man Film Locations in Cong

Discover Cong’s iconic film locations from *The Quiet Man* on a guided walking tour. Visit the museum, explore scenic spots, and relive movie magic for $27.

★ 5.0

“Very good tour with tour guide, Jerry. My husband is a fan of the movie and enjoyed it thoroughly! So glad we took a side tour to do this!”

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8.Galway Private Walking Tour

Discover Galway's highlights on a private 2.5-hour walking tour, visiting historic sites, markets, and hidden gems with an expert local guide.

★ 5.0

“Super knowledgeable guid. Loved the historical insights. Finding families, historical buildings, shopping, churches etc. well done!”

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9.Small-Group Walking Tour of Galway

Discover Galway's highlights on this small-group walking tour, exploring landmarks like Eyre Square, Lynch's Castle, and Spanish Arch with a local guide.

★ 5.0

“The tour was excellent and we appreciated the historic elements and insights we would not have gained otherwise . Our guide ; Gerry was personable and knowledgeable We will recommend his tour to all our friends traveling to Galway”

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10.Discover Galway City Walking Tour

Explore Galway's history, landmarks, and stories on this engaging 1.5-hour walking tour led by knowledgeable guides, offering a true local perspective.

★ 5.0

“Amazing tour with Gerard! Very informative, catered the tour based on our questions and things we said were interested. Just as entertaining as it was informative! Would absolutely recommend to anyone - especially on your first day in Galway as he gives excellent recommendations for…”

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11.Private Galway 2hr. Walking tour with local expert Ger

Discover Galway’s top sights on this private 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Customizable, insightful, and perfect for authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“This definitely is for the history buffs. Would recommend to anyone visiting Galway& wanting to know the city history”

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12.Irish Stew Traditional Recipe with lunch

Discover authentic Irish cooking with a hands-on stew class in Galway, including a delicious lunch, guided by a warm local host in a cozy home setting.

★ 5.0

“Cooking with Kate, making authentic brown bread and scones. Loveltly location and perfect Irish setting. Only complaint, was not given the recipes to bring home”

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14.Galway: Evening Guided Walking Tour of Galway

Discover Galway’s history with a 1h 20m evening walking tour highlighting the Latin Quarter, led by expert guide Brendan, for an authentic local experience.

“Brendan gave a great tour of Galway. He was very knowledgeable and showed us buildings in the Latin Quarter and their historical significance. I would definitely recommend the tour.”

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