Architecture Tour of Galway City
On the tour you will see many outstanding examples of Galway’s built heritage dating from the 12th to the 20th century while walking in the footsteps of its Medieval citizenry, the street layout of the city having remained much the same for the last few hundred years.
Starting Point: John F. Kennedy Memorial, Eyre Square
Finish Point: The Spanish Arch
Distance: c. 8.30km
Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours
Language of tour: English or French
Level of difficulty: Easy
What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes and it is advisable to have showerproof clothing
Numbers: Minimum 4 (paying), Maximum 20
Prices: €10 per person, children (under 16) free. Group rates for > 10 on application
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What links the mid-19th century Hibernia House to Italy?
Why was the neo-Gothic style so popular in the 19th century architecture?
The Hardiman Hotel and railway building built nearly 200 years ago was described as “unusually bland”, discuss….
What Medieval treasure is found inside this 1990s concrete and glass building?
Georgian architecture - why is it so common in Ireland?
Why are Art Deco buildings so rare in Galway?
Is Lynch’s Castle a typical Medieval tower house?
Why does the 14th century St Nicholas’ Church have aisles either side of the nave?
Galway Cathedral - Romanesque or Renaissance?
The Hall of the Red Earl - a 13th century town hall, courthouse or tax office!
Why is the front door of the early 18th century Comerford House guarded by 2 pineapples on pillars?
