Discover the real Galway city
City highlights and Medieval Quarter (1.5hrs)
City highlights, Medieval Quarter and the historic Woodquay neighbourhood (2.5hrs)
City highlights, Medieval Quarter and the historic Woodquay neighbourhood (2.5hrs)
Hear the story of Galway City as we walk
through its main thoroughfare and medieval lanes. Gain an authentic insight to the daily life of the
local people, including the best places to sample traditional Irish dishes, enjoy a pint of Guinness and
most importantly have the craic (fun).
Highlights include:
Eyre Square
The Medieval Walls
Lynch’s C
Hear the story of Galway City as we walk
through its main thoroughfare and medieval lanes. Gain an authentic insight to the daily life of the
local people, including the best places to sample traditional Irish dishes, enjoy a pint of Guinness and
most importantly have the craic (fun).
Highlights include:
Eyre Square
The Medieval Walls
Lynch’s Castle
St Nicholas Collegiate Church,
Claddagh Ring Museum
Kirwans Lane
The Spanish Arch
City highlights, Medieval Quarter and the historic Woodquay neighbourhood (2.5hrs)
City highlights, Medieval Quarter and the historic Woodquay neighbourhood (2.5hrs)
City highlights, Medieval Quarter and the historic Woodquay neighbourhood (2.5hrs)
From Eyre Square to the Spanish Arch, including a visit to the historic Woodquay—one of Galway’s
oldest neighbourhoods.
Highlights Include:
Eyre Square
The historic Woodquay neighbourhood (Kathleen’s neck of the woods)
Galway Cathedral
Lynch’s Castle
St Nicholas Church
Claddagh Ring Museum
Kirwans Lane
The Spanish Arch
Day Tours from Galway City
City highlights, Medieval Quarter and the historic Woodquay neighbourhood (2.5hrs)
Day Tours from Galway City
With years of experience as a premier "step-on" coach guide across the West of Ireland, Kathleen
brings the history and soul of the landscape to life.
Whether you are heading out from Galway City to explore the wild beauty of Connemara, the
ancient limestone of The Burren, the iconic Cliffs of Moher, or the Aran Islands, ensure your group
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With years of experience as a premier "step-on" coach guide across the West of Ireland, Kathleen
brings the history and soul of the landscape to life.
Whether you are heading out from Galway City to explore the wild beauty of Connemara, the
ancient limestone of The Burren, the iconic Cliffs of Moher, or the Aran Islands, ensure your group
gets the most out of their tour. Invite Kathleen aboard your coach for an insightful, expert-led
experience, or book a private, customized tour of Galway City and its surroundings from the comfort
of your own vehicle.
About us
Kathleen Reid is the founder of Galway City Tour Guides. A true "Galway Girl," born and bred in the heart of the city, she is a Fáilte Ireland qualified Tourist Guide with a BA in Irish Heritage Studies. Kathleen is also a trained Tour Director for CIE Tours and a Certified T-Guide (trained to guide visitors with learning difficulties). She has many years of experience collaborating with top travel companies, colleges, and private groups, as well as independent travellers.
To meet the growing demand for her private Galway City walking tours and step-on coach guiding services in the West of Ireland, Kathleen now collaborates with a small, hand-picked circle of fellow local experts. Together, they ensure every visitor receives an authentic Galway experience.
What truly sets Kathleen apart is her genuine interest in every visitor who chooses to spend their time in Galway City. It is her mission to provide more than just a sightseeing tour; she wants you to experience the true heart and soul of the city, its people, and of course the craic.