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HerGalway Walking Tour

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Mural of Úna Taaffe
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Mural of Nora Barnacle and James Joyce
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Galway Girl Statue

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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the streets of Galway city while discovering the stories of some remarkable women who shaped Galway, Ireland, and the world on Galway's ORIGINAL and ONLY women's history walking tour.

What's Included

  • Fáilte Ireland Regional Guide with over 10 years of experience and an MA in Irish Studies.
  • Entrance fee to Nora Barnacle's House.
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Meeting Location

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Forster Street
Galway, Ireland

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Galway
Co. Galway, Ireland

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Final Journey - Magdalen Women Memorial

The Final Journey Statue on Forster Street is in memory of all the women who suffered in Magdalen Laundries from 1922 to 1996. Hear Lily McAllister's story and her experience of being in the laundry.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

William Street

Visit the site of Taaffe's woollen shop. Learn about Úna Taaffe, a Galway socialite and entrepreneur. She took over her family's woollen shop and turned it into a successful business.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Newtownsmith

Visit the site of the Galway Electric Light Company and learn about Alice Perry, the first woman in Ireland and Britain to graduate with an engineering degree in 1906.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nora Barnacle House Museum

Nora Barnacle is considered the original Galway girl. She was James Joyce's wife and muse. Hear about her life in Galway and how she met one of Ireland's well-known writers James Joyce. The museum is open during the summer months and a donation of €5 is advised.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galway Arts Centre

The Galway Arts Centre was once the town house of the Persse Family. The most famous member of the Persse family was Isabella Augusta Persse, or more well-known as Lady Augusta Gregory. Lady Augusta Gregory was a playwright, co-founder of the Abbey Theatre and member of the Literary Revival Movement.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galway City Museum

See the bottle cap from a petrol bottle that was used to burn down the house of Peg Broderick Nicholson during the War of Independence. Learn about Peg's activities during this time.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galway Docks

Learn about Kathleen Curran, who worked for the Galway Habour Commissioners and was acting harbour master between 1951 and 1953.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the HerGalway Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST). Read more Apr 2025

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Activity code: C-172198P1

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST).
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The following is included:
  • Fáilte Ireland Regional Guide with over 10 years of experience and an MA in Irish Studies.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance fee to Nora Barnacle's House.
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The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Entrance fee to Nora Barnacle's House.

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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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