Private Ennis Walking Tour (for up to 6 people)
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Private tour of Ennis with an experienced and award-winning local guide. You will explore the streets and laneways of the town while learning about the intriguing characters and stories that shaped its history. Winner of the "2019 Best Walking Tour Experience - West of Ireland" and official tour for the Rick Steves Tours in Ennis, the History & Legends Tour explores the history, methodology, legends, ghosts, poverty, murders and more of this medieval town. The guide uses rich historical sources to recreate both the drama and daily life of Ennis and its place in Irish history and her acclaimed tours provide a highly entertaining and thought-provoking experience. There is also the option to book the Haunted History Tour for a more in-depth exploration of the darker side of the towns history, or the Gourmet History Tour for a combination of the history of the town along with the history of food in Ireland and some local food tastings.
What’s included?
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There is the option for the guide to use an amplification device for ease of listening. -
Tastings are included on the Gourmet History Tour -
Gratuities - always appreciated, but never expected
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 1h 10m
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Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
2019 Winner of "Best Walking Tour Experience - West of Ireland" (EU Irish Enterprise Awards)! Official walking tour guide for Rick Steves Ireland Tours and now in its 15th successful year of business Ennis Walking Tours is an exciting tourism initiative which runs lively and entertaining guided walking tours through the winding streets of the medieval town of Ennis in Co Clare. Jane O'Brien is an experienced local guide with a Masters in Local History -she leads you through the atmospheric streets and "bow-ways" of the town, while revealing the intriguing characters and stories that shaped its history. Hear about the mythology and legends of the town. Hear tales of murders and hangings, famine and poverty, rebellions and riots and discover how the most powerful men from Irelands past were closely linked to the town. Jane also runs pre-booked Haunted History Tours and Gourmet Walking Tours of Ennis. Please contact her for more information.
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