History of Galway walking tour

History of Galway walking tour

Learn some of the fascinating stories about Galway city down through the centuries in this walking tour.

By Una Sinnott tour guide

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Sunday, May 25 · 11am - 12:30pm GMT+1

Location

The Browne Doorway

Eyre Square Galway Ireland

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

About this event

Did you know that Galway once had its own time zone? Or that a Galwayman was responsible for the world's first animal welfare legislation?

Discover the fascinating history of Galway over the past 900 years, from local myths and legends to the battles that shaped the city, and the real story of the iconic Claddagh Ring.

During this 90-minute tour, you will learn about the medieval families known as the 14 Tribes of Galway, and how one of the Tribes claimed to be descended from King Arthur's Knights of the Round Table. And you can find out which very famous figure is also Galway's patron saint.

Don't miss this chance to uncover the secrets of Galway's fascinating past!

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

The tour should take 90 minutes, though it may be up to 2 hours, depending on how long we spend at each stop along the way.

Organized by

Una Sinnott is a journalist, tour guide and family historian based in Galway city.

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