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A group of people standing near a tree with a 'No Dogs Allowed' sign, a stone wall, and a historic building in the background. 2
A storefront with a blue facade, a large window displaying various products, and a sign indicating 'Market Square Sligo' with 'Est. 1898'. 3
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By Sligo Walking Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $186 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h+
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Overview

    • Explore Sligo's main streets and landmarks on a private walking tour
    • Discover the town's history, from medieval beginnings to social change
    • Visit key sites like O’Connell Street, Queen Maeve Square, and Sligo Abbey
    • See the Yeats statue and learn about the town's literary connections
    • Get local tips on the best places to eat, drink, and explore after the tour

Activity location

    • Sligo
    • Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Quay St, Rathedmond, Sligo, F91 PP44, Ireland | Sligo City Hall on Quay St, Rathedmond, Sligo, F91 PP44 Guide will have a green lanyard
    • Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland

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Sligo: Private Walking Tour with Local Historian 1hr Express

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 2:00PM
Price details
$185.59 x 1 Traveler$185.59
Total
Price is $185.59

Sligo: Private Walking Tour with Local Historian

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 2:00PM
Price details
$226.19 x 1 Traveler$226.19
Total
Price is $226.19

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private experience with only your group.
  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide with over 10 years experience.
  • Inclusions
    Local Historian with a Masters in Irish History.
  • Exclusions
    Food and Drink: Costs for any food or drinks you decide to buy.
  • Exclusions
    Transportation: Expenses for any buses, trains, taxis, or other transport you use.

What you can expect

  • Meet your guide and set off on a private walking tour of Sligo. Stroll through the main streets and riverside areas while hearing the story of how Sligo developed — from medieval beginnings and town trade, to famine, emigration, and social change.

    Stop at key landmarks including O’Connell Street, Queen Maeve Square, the River Garavogue, Sligo Abbey, and the Yeats statue. Hear about the town's literary connections and stories along the way.

    Finish your tour with practical tips on places to eat, drink, and explore after the walk.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sligo
    • Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Quay St, Rathedmond, Sligo, F91 PP44, Ireland | Sligo City Hall on Quay St, Rathedmond, Sligo, F91 PP44 Guide will have a green lanyard
    • Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland