Experience the darker side of Galway’s medieval past with turbulent tales of siege, rebellion and religious strife. Hear what gruesome stories lie behind the many skeletons recently unearthed in Eyre square. Visit the scenes of public execution and the site of the horrendous Spanish Armada massacre.
Learn of deadly plague and pestilence and how it enveloped the city like a spectre of doom through the centuries. Hear cruel tales of prison life and the many daring escapes from Galway’s wretched old town jails. Explore the bloody origins of the Kings Head Pub, the stern and unbending justice of Mayor Lynch and discover what became of Warden Bodkins hand!
Gothic & Legends Tour Gallery
Tour Information
Start: Outside Meyrick Hotel, Eyre Square (Pick-up can be arranged anywhere near the city centre, hotel reception, etc.) Time: Tour times are flexible and can be pre-arranged Booking: Tour can be pre-booked by phone or email Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approx)
Cost (Adult Rates):
1–4 persons €50 !!!!! 9–10 persons €80
5–6 persons €60 !!!!!10–20 persons €100
7–8 persons €70 !!!!!20–30 persons €120
* Groups over 30 must contact us !!!!! Cost (Student Rates):
1–10 persons €50 !!!!!!10–20 persons €80
20
–30 persons €100 !!!