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Galway Free Walking Tours: Explore the Jewel of Ireland's West Coast
Galway, Ireland – the capital of County Galway, the republic’s main Atlantic port, and the gateway to the Gaeltacht and Connemara. The city is located in the west, at the mouth of the River Corrib. It is considered the cultural capital of Ireland, where pubs are constantly noisy and the atmosphere is relaxed. If you want to visit Galway, consider booking a walking tour.
Top Attractions in Galway
The city has a lot to offer its guests, which can be seen during a free walking tour in Galway. For tourists with any budget and preferences, something is interesting here. Below, we will consider some of the most significant attractions in the city.
Galway Cathedral
The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and St. Nicholas, whose green dome is more than 40 meters high and can be seen from afar, gives the impression of being ancient, although its construction began in 1958 and it was consecrated in 1965. Galway Cathedral is located in the city center and is one of the most striking attractions. Entrance to the cathedral is free, but you can donate 2-3 euros for the cathedral's maintenance.
Galway Museum
This museum tells you about the city's rich history, from ancient times to the present day. You can see exhibits related to archeology, folk crafts, and Irish culture. The museum's entrance is free, making it popular among tourists and locals.
Salthill Promenade
A walk along Salthill Promenade is a favorite pastime for County Galway residents and visitors alike. The two-kilometer promenade is well-lit, making it ideal for strolls, jogging, and cycling at any time of day. In good weather, you can find half the city here – some breathing the salty air, some going to the beach, some admiring the waves, the flight of seagulls, or the sunset.
Galway’s Latin Quarter
The Latin Quarter opens up just beyond Eyre Square, with its colorful Victorian houses. Each one is enticed with signs for clothing stores, souvenir shops, jewelry stores, and pubs. There’s a wonderful mixture of old-world charm and youthful carefree spirit in the air, which is what tourists come here for, and they are happily entertained by street performers – musicians and circus performers, whose shows attract crowds.
National Aquarium of Ireland
The National Aquarium aims to show visitors the diversity and beauty of the aquatic world. The Galway Atlantaquaria is home to around 200 species of deep-sea creatures. The touch tank allows visitors to touch some of them, feed small fish, and watch giant fish being fed. The cost of admission for adults is 13 euros, for children - 8 euros.
Practical Information: Tour Schedule, Meeting Places, and Booking Details
Each free tour in Galway is available to you in several languages , including Spanish and English, and lasts about 2 hours. To learn more about a specific tour, click on its name and go to the page with a detailed description. At the same time, you can read reviews of our Galway walking tours from tourists who have already visited them:
Latin Quarter of Galway Walking Tour
“Enthusiastic and very informative tour. Everything you want in a walking tour. And the surprise at the end was hilarious. Well done, Joe.”
Best of Galway Free Walking Tour by Yellow Umbrella Tours
“The tour was just perfect! Despite the weather we had a super good tour with our guide! Who was completely nice and funny!”
Shannon Airport, SNN – is located approximately 85 km from Galway and is the closest international airport serving flights from various cities in Europe and the USA. You can get to Galway by bus or rental car in about 1.5 hours.
Book a Galway Free Tour
Galway is a city where everyone can find something interesting for themselves, whether walking along the old streets, visiting museums, or exploring the nature of Ireland. This is a place that embodies the richness of Irish culture and hospitality. So book a Galway city tour in advance to get a lot of fun and interesting facts.
