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Medieval Galway Drinks & Bites Walking Tour
Sip Irish whiskey, gin and a pint at 3 family-run bars and pubs in eclectic Eyre Square
2 h 30 min
Max 12 Guests
What's included
Expert English-speaking guide
Walking tour of medieval Galway
Visits to 3 locally owned venues
Gin and tonic, Wine and Irish whiskey tasting
Charcuterie board of Irish cheeses, meats, and breads
Irish coffee and a pint at one of Galway's oldest traditional pubs
Small group experience
Valid ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Itinerary
Your tour begins at Eyre Square
Meet your guide outside St. Columba's Credit Union on Eyre Square, the lively medieval core of Galway. Look for the sign at this central plaza before setting off through the city's old merchant lanes.
Sip a house-distilled gin and tonic
Stroll a short distance from Eyre Square to a sleek contemporary cocktail bar on Forster Street. Sip a gin and tonic poured from their house-distilled gin as the guide introduces flavors of the West of Ireland.
Pass tribal merchant landmarks
Walk back toward the main thoroughfare to spot the Browne Doorway, a 17th-century gateway from one of Galway's tribal merchant families. Steps away stands Lynch's Castle, the only intact tower house of that powerful dynasty.
Stroll to a 14th-century church and market
Continue down Buttermilk Lane to St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church, a 14th-century site reportedly visited by Christopher Columbus. Beside it sits the historic Galway Market square, busiest on Saturday mornings.
Taste an Irish charcuterie board
Step into a family-run wine café in the shadow of an 1800s church on St. Augustine Street. Taste a charcuterie board of Irish cheeses, meats, and breads with wine. Plus enjoy a whiskey distilled in Galway; special as Galway was without its own distillery for over 100 years.
Settle into a snug at a historic pub
Cross back through Eyre Square to one of Galway's oldest traditional pubs, a protected building with an ornate tin ceiling and tiled floors. Settle into a quiet snug for an Irish coffee and a pint poured at the bar.
Your tour ends at Eyre Square
Arrive back at Eyre Square where the day began, full of stories about Galway's tribal merchants and a satisfying mix of Irish food and drink. Your guide can suggest spots for dinner or a final pint nearby.
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Sun, 30 Aug 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
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Good to know:
Accessibility: This tour is wheelchair accessible, with accessible surfaces along the walking route to and between each venue. If you have concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.
Alcohol Consumption: Participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in Ireland (+18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Age requirement: This tour is not recommended for guests under 18 years old
Dietary Restrictions: Limited vegetarian options are available; vegan options are not available. Please contact us in advance with any allergies or dietary requirements so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Weather Advisory: This tour runs rain or shine, except in the case of an official orange or red weather warning. If your tour is affected, you'll be notified as soon as possible.
Tour Changes: Venues are subject to availability and may occasionally change due to circumstances beyond our control. Tours can also be canceled in cases of low traveler numbers; you'll be notified as soon as possible.
Check-in: Arrive 5 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Walking tour of medieval Galway
Visits to 3 locally owned venues
Gin and tonic, Wine and Irish whiskey tasting
Charcuterie board of Irish cheeses, meats, and breads
Irish coffee and a pint at one of Galway's oldest traditional pubs
Small group experience
What to bring:
Valid ID
Comfortable walking shoes