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Private Ennis Dark History Tour with Dr Jane O'Brien (1-6 people)

12 Reviews 4.92 out of 5 stars Based on 12 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Ennis, Ireland

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This is a private tour of Ennis with local expert Dr Jane O'Brien. Unlock the darker side of medieval Ennis on this Haunted History Tour. The towns chilling history, mythology, ghosts and more are all explored as we make our way through the atmospheric winding streets and bow-ways of the town. Co. Clare is rich in lore and legendary tales with many of the world’s most famous supernatural characters and stories finding their roots in the tales told across the centuries by our ancestors. Hear about the mythology and legends of the town – from stories of the banshee and death coach to the witch Biddy Early and her magical blue bottle. Discover the secret side of the towns past – the grime, crime and grim punishments. From tales of the Mad Monk to graveyard excavations this unique tour will reveal the town in a whole new light. Popular with both adults and children alike this historically accurate tour is an ideal activity for anyone who enjoys reliving the experience of our dark past.

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Station Road
Clonroad Beg, Ennis, Co. Clare, V95 WDX2, Ireland

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

End point

O'Connell Street
Clonroad Beg, Ennis, Co. Clare, Ireland

The tour ends in the centre of town at the O' Connell Monument

What To Expect

Old Ground Hotel Ennis

Starting at one of the town's oldest and most haunted buildings, the Old Ground Hotel encorporates a 1500's medieval towerhouse with a story to tell!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barrack Street

The old Gallows Green - hanging was one of many of the town's old punishments.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Garraunakilla

We explore this site of the old Ennis graveyard and stories from its past!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Market Place

The old markets were not always peaceful affairs - we explore the tensions that could sometimes lead to what were known as the market murders!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parnell Street

We head down one of Ennis's bow-ways to explore how a town like Ennis was effected by poverty and famine, and the spirits from that time that still haunt these old laneways.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chapel Lane

We recreate the sights (and smells!) of old Ennis brought to life through the narrow streets and old shopfronts of the town.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Daniel O'Connell Monument

This busy heart of Ennis was also once the site for the witchcraft trial of the infamous wise woman of Clare, Biddy Early!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arthur's Row

Stories from the old Ennis orphanage and industrial school are brought to life with a tragic tale.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Francis Street

The old causeway of the town, once the location of a sighting of the banshee and death coach - figures from Irish folklore and mythodology that remained in strong belief into the 20th century in Ennis.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ennis Friary

The 13th century Ennis Abbey is the foundations of the town, and home to many of the towns past residents, including the local ghost!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Abbey Street

We end the tour at the top of Abbey St beside the O'Connell monument, our memorable exploration of the darker side of the town's history allowing us see it through new eyes.
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5 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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Ennis Dark History Tour with Dr Jane O’Brien (1-6 people)?

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). 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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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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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).

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