Free tour

Galway, City of Two Faces: Between History and Legend.

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Galway

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Languages: Spanish

Guru: Yeray

Registered on 10 March 2023

Hello everyone! I'm Yeray, a history and travel enthusiast. Two years ago I arrived on the Emerald Isle and since then I've been dedicated to discovering its hidden corners and legends. I love sharing stories, curiosities and anecdotes that bring Galway to life. See you on the tour!

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Galway is a city of contrasts, a two-sided coin where the joy of its music-filled streets coexists with stories of pirates, ghosts and broken loves.

On this free tour, we'll start in Eyre Square, the heart of the city, and travel through time with old photos showing its transformation. We'll discover St Nicholas' Church, witness to centuries of history, and talk about the Celts and their legacy. We'll stop at the Spanish Arch, remembering Galway's strong connection with Spain, from trade to the shipwrecked sailors of the Spanish Armada. We'll explore Claddagh Village, home of the famous ring of the same name, and the Cathedral, imposing and full of symbolism.
Along the way, we will learn about the legends of the city, from spirits roaming the old streets to stories of tragic love and betrayal. We will also talk about the Aran Islands, their unique culture and surprising curiosities.

Join us and discover Galway like never before!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

26 Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

The meeting point is at The Skeffington Arms Hotel (The Skeff), located in Eyre Square, the centre of Galway. It is just opposite the park, next to the main bus stops and a few minutes walk from the train station. See you there!

Outside visit

Eyre Square

Outside visit

Lynch's Castle

Outside visit

St. Nicholas

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).