Galway

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.

2.Trad on the Prom – Ireland’s #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience

Experience Ireland’s top music, song, and dance show in Galway with energetic performances by award-winning artists — authentic, lively, and unforgettable.

★ 5.0

“I was clapping, I was smiling, I was crying (so moved by the music) and back to clapping! The production is top notch. I highly recommend this show. Their accolades are a great reward for all their hard work they put into this show.”

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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

“Neil was wonderful - engaging, helpful and entertaining. Highly recommend this tour as a great introduction to Galway.”

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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

“An absolutely charming experience, with a delicious reward from effortless recipes! The hostess is an incredibly kind person and helped at every step of the way. While a little out of the path, especially if you’re staying in Galway, the time is worth it!”

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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

“Gary was so accommodating when our group was delayed and arrived an hour late to start our tour. So glad we didn’t miss this tour. Gary is such a passionate story teller of all things Galway and Ireland. He is interesting, funny and his tour…”

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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

“Our tour guide Rory was fantastic!! Cong had much to offer in addition to the quiet man as well Ashford castle grounds Cong woods Cong abbey”

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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

“Arthur is the real deal. As a man, I can say he’s the kind of guide you respect instantly — knowledgeable, genuine, and grounded. He took me through the Spanish Quarters, the old city walls, and the docks, weaving in the history of the Tribes…”

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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

“Gerry was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and he made our walking tour of Galway City quite enjoyable. You can't see it all in 90 minutes, of couse, but after the tour we did feel like we gained a much richer understanding of this fine…”

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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

“This is an excellent exploration of the city of Galway. Gerard, our guide, had superb knowledge of Galway's history, culture, architecture and industry. He brought to life the city's multifaceted history with stories and funny anecdotes and guided us through the lovely cobbled streets with…”

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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

“Ger was amazing, great knowledge and a gift of gab! We had a great time learning history and seeing historical monuments. Ger is so good!”

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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

“Kate is so delightful We not only made stew as we had booked but basically an entire meal. We then sat at her kitchen table and enjoyed it with her. We shared stories, laughing the entire time. She made us feel like instant family. This…”

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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.

“The tour was lovely. Brendan provided the perfect introduction to Galway and had a lot of interesting history to share. He was very knowledgable about the city and able to answer all of my questions, as well as give recommendations for sights to visit and…”

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