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Galway History in Song Walking Tour

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Overview

Hear Irelands story through Irish songs while walking through Galway city streets.

We will visit Galway port from where so many desperate Galway and Connemara people were forced to leave and hear songs highlighting this story. Then we will visit Spanish Arch, the wonderful Claddagh fishing community, Eglinton Canal, Carrolls, The Dew Drop, Lynch Castle, St Nicholas Church and taste the terrible reality of Oliver Cromwell. Visit old Market location of WoodQuay, see the Corrib river and 1890s railway bridge. Visit Eyre Square and hear about Dargan, Irelands railway hero. Hear about the cattle horse and hay markets here. Also listen to song telling of the Irish working building American Railways.

What's Included

  • Guide in English - In person

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Saint Stephen's Green
    Dublin, D0HX65, Ireland

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Merrion Row
    Dublin, D02 PF50, Ireland

    Near Shelbourne Hotel

    What To Expect

    Galway's Latin Quarter

    Starting in Galway Port, then Spanish Arch, Eglinton Canal, the Claddagh, Dominick St Lower, Dew Drop Inn, Claddagh Museum, Lynch Castle, Cromwell attacked Nicholas Church, Lynch Wall, Woodquay, Corrib Riveer waterside, Eyre Square.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Spanish Arch

    Spanish Arch was the location of the market where claddagh women sold the days catch. Hear Irish language fishing song. Hear about the claddagh fishermen and galway hooker working boats and the sumptuous norman lifestyle.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Claddagh Arts Centre

    Visit the last remaining claddagh cottage and hear Bing Crosby song, Galway Bay featuring Claddagh
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Carroll's on Dominick Street

    Carrolls pub, one of many 19th century buildings using Galway limestone.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Dew Drop Inn

    Hear about 18th century Galway whiskey Persse and local brewing history. Hear local drinking ballad.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lynch's Castle

    Hear more Medieval history with song featuring non Norman native Irish chiefs.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church

    Hear of Columbus and Cromwell, and more importantly life of native Irish during these times. Hear Irish language song about the loss of native Irish woodland during the 14th-17th centurioes.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Woodquay

    19th century location of market sellers hawking potatoes, eggs, fish. Hear song 30 foot trailor bemoaning the loss of old traditions and irish customary ways.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Eyre Square

    Hear some history of railways in ireland, the galway train station used to open directly into the Hardiman hotel. Hear about the different markets where cattle, horses, hay and much more were bought and sold here.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Galway History in Song Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    The following is included:
    • Guide in English - In person.
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    Accessibility information for the Galway History in Song Walking Tour is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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