This tour is the perfect opportunity to sample some of the best local food and drinks Galway City has to offer. This isn’t simply a food tour; think of it as an Irish Welcome, where you get to walk, talk and taste your way through Galway City centre.
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(Interested in taking a tour outside of the city to explore the Wild Atlantic Way? Consider our Cliffs of Moher and Burren Full-Day Tour.)
On this tour, you’ll walk, talk, and taste your way through Galway, passing historic buildings, medieval city walls, colourful shopfronts, and lively street performers. The tour includes visits to four local venues (these vary depending on the season), where you will sample a traditional Irish dinner (or lunch) dish, a beverage, a snack, and a dessert, all while being guided and entertained by our amazing guide. The tour will help you explore Irish history, geography, folklore, culture, and the Irish language.
What You’ll Taste
Experience Ireland’s rich and diverse traditional dishes and local specialties. Your guide will offer valuable insights into the ingredients, cooking techniques, and cultural significance of Irish cuisine. The tasting menu changes with the seasons, ensuring a fresh and unique experience every time.
What You’ll Hear
Immerse yourself in Irish culture as your guide showcases the art of Irish storytelling. Throughout this 2.5-hour experience, you’ll hear about Irish heritage, folklore, and traditions as you explore the vibrant city of Galway. Learn about infamous Irish specialty dishes, beverages, and snacks.
How You’ll Feel
Happy, Enlightened, and Full of Energy! The Walk, Talk, Taste Tour leaves guests feeling full and satisfied after sampling a wide range of Irish delicacies. It’s the perfect way to kick-start an evening of fun in Galway City, making you familiar with the best places to eat, drink, and dance!
Our reviews suggest that guests come away from the tour feeling more knowledgeable about Irish culture, heritage, and, most importantly, the craic!
*The Craic = enjoyable social activity; a good time.
Any questions? Feel free to reach out.
We meet at The Explore Galway Kiosk in Eyre Square, Galway City.
We require a minimum number of bookings to run our tours. In case of insufficient numbers we will offer an alternative tour or a full refund.
Please email any dietary requirements or concerns to us at time of booking and we will cater for you as much as possible. With advanced notice, we can cater for most diet issues, However we may not be in a position to cater for a specific issue with less than 24 hours notice. Please Note: Due to the nature of traditional Irish food any special diet dishes may not be traditional Irish in style.
Our public Walk, Talk, Taste Tours operate a maximum of 16 people.
We will be walking so comfortable shoes are advisable. There’s no avoiding the weather in Galway and we operate rain, hail or shine (With the exception of extreme weather warnings). So, please dress accordingly.
Although tips are not compulsory they are very much appreciated and encouraged for a job well done. Any tips should be given directly to your Guide at the end of your tour.
The Walk, Talk, Taste Tour is designed for adults, with elements of walking, standing & listening for periods of time, while also enjoying tastings of alcohol along the way. We do not offer ‘Child’ tickets and advise that guests be a minimum of 16 years old.
Direct online bookings – Cancellations made by email more than 48 hours before the tour will be refunded in full. No refunds can be made after the 48 hour period. No shows will not be refunded. Indirect online bookings – for bookings made via other websites / online travel agencies such as Tripadvisor, Viator, Get Your Guide… please check conditions on your ticket and cancel via the 3rd party supplier you used. Their terms and conditions apply.
We are delighted to welcome people of all abilities on tour with us, however Galway is a Medieval town, with venues and sites that may provide challenges for our less mobile guests. Most of these challenges can be overcome with advanced notice and our team members are happy to help and advise guests as much as possible to ensure that guests get the most from their experience with us. If you have any issues or questions please do contact our team and we would be delighted to discuss your options.
