Ireland · FOOD TOURS IN GALWAY
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 food tours in Galway worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Walk from Eyre Square to the Spanish Arch with guides such as Conor, Erin, John, Sean, and Barry. Choose a 3 p.m. route built around traditional tastings or a 6 p.m. pub-focused tour with contemporary Irish food, drinks, and four stops.
“Our guide, Conor, was very knowledgeable about Ireland. So, he had a lot of stories about Galway and surrounding areas.”
Walk Galway with guides such as Conor, Sean, Nicole, Barry, and Lorraine, stopping for Irish food and drink tastings while hearing stories of local customs, folklore, and the city’s past. You’ll visit historic streets, medieval walls, and lively storefronts, then finish with practical tips for eating and enjoying Galway.
“Nicole was an excellent guide! she was humourous, knowledgeable and took great care of the group. The food and drinks served at each stop were delicious! Definitely a great way to get to know the city!”
Meet your English-speaking guide outside McCambridges on Shop Street for 10 food and drink tastings across Galway. Expect artisan bread, cheese, oysters, sushi, crab, whiskey, chocolate, beer, and restaurant dishes, with local history and food tips along the way.
“The food tour was amazing! Our tour guide was so great and even provided recommendations for the rest of our trip!”
Walk Galway with local guide Gerry while enjoying a four-course food-and-drink experience at four venues. Expect seafood chowder, a full Irish main, ice cream, and Irish coffee, plus stories at the Spanish Arch, Galway Market, Kirwan’s Lane, and more.
“Our time with Gerry was grand. We met up with him and he took us to some fun and quaint locations. Some of these spots were places we had considered going on our own. The food was great as was the conversation at the table. While walking off the calories, Gerry gave us some history of places we passed. An overall great way to spend the afternoon. I will consider an earlier time to start if possible as the 2:30 tour is right between lunch and dinner. We made due however. The food we ate set us up for a great Happy Hour at the end of the tour. Thanks…”
At DK Connemara Oysters near Clifden, Sinead or David guides you through oyster farming from seed to plate. See grading, packing, and bay work, then learn to shuck and taste fresh oysters beside Connemara National Park, about 15 minutes from Kylemore Abbey.
“We experienced unforseen circumstances. Had no cell service as we are traveling from another country to be able to cancel. Would not refund money being only a few hours short of the cancelation policy. Disappointed we missed it and will not rebook.”
Explore Inishmore with a local guide, visiting Dún Aonghasa, Dún Eochla, the Seven Churches, a seal colony, and Kilmurvey. You’ll also visit Aran Island Goat’s Cheese farm, meet the goats, watch cheese making, and taste island cheeses. Private transport and ferry-terminal pickup are included.
“Gabriel was the best part. He gave our family of 13 lots of information that appealed to all ages. He was caring when one of our family was seasick and stopped to get medication. We lived visiting his goat farm nd holding baby goats. Remember to bring sunscreen. Walking to cliffs on a sunny day will get you burned.”
Meet at Mungo Murphy’s Seaweed Co. in Ballintleva for a two-hour guided shore walk and abalone farm visit. Learn to identify edible seaweed, see aquaculture tanks, shuck abalone, and taste seaweed salads, sashimi, cooked abalone, and seasonal sea urchin roe.
“What an incredible and memorable experience we had foraging on the coast and exploring the only abalone farm in Ireland. We are grateful to have learned so much from passionate experts. Imagine our surprise having a seaweed forward meal, fresh from the sea, prepared by a Marine Biologist! Thank you for hosting us ♥️”
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