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Tour guide in Galway Michael D.
I'm Michael D., your private tour guide in Galway
Guide #45860
I am a full time tour guide resident in Galway city. I am interested in history, music , culture and sport and Galway has plenty of each. Galway is a medieval gem located on the shores of Galway bay and the perfect size for a walking tour. It is also situated between the unique landscape of the Burren and cliffs of Moher to the south and the scenic splendour of Connemara to the north. Both are easily accessible for day tours from the city. I am not a Galway native but often visited for the weekend and finally on one visit I just decided to stay! It is my pleasure to show visitors around the city and the surrounding areas and demonstrate why they might want to make the same decision. I am a qualified 'Failte Ireland' (Irish tourist board) regional guide for the West of Ireland and have also completed the national tour guide course. I have a BA.hons in economic and social history and an MBA from Trinity College Dublin. I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a car/mini bus and driver.
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39 reviews
- Joe L.June 2026
Tour was very poor. Tour guide was overly sarcastic and unprepared. There was no structure to the tour. No planned itinerary and we learned very little about the history. Tour guide is not a local.
Replied from Michael D.
I am sorry you did not enjoy the tour but..... There is a planned itinerary in the tour description that was followed exactly. There is a well thought out structure to the tour which progresses from the Norman beginings to the modern era and is heavily focussed on history . I am not from Galway ( as stated in my profile) but I live here and am a fully qualified guide to...
- David C.May 2026
Michael was fantastic-adjusted the tour to our time constraints- lots of little pearls of information about Galway city-he was witty and very entertaining —we always use TBL when traveling and have never been disappointed-I can highly recommend Michael A+++
Replied from Michael D.
Thanks very much David. It was a shame about the weather but still enjoyable touring with an open and friendly group like yours.
- Lucyann C.March 2026
A walking tour of Galway offered us a fascinating morning. Michael was very knowledgeable about history, art, politics, architecture and relgion. He had a very engaging manner that made history come alive. If ever you u plan to visit Galway, a morning (or a day) with Michael is a must. The rest of your visit will be so much more wnjoyable with his tips.
Replied from Michael D.
Thank you for such a wonderful review, I really enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure to spend the morning with two people who were so determined to make the most ot their stay in Ireland and learn about the history and culture. Please come again!
Robert V.October 2025This was our first trip to Galway (and the third time that we have used TOURS by LOCALS). When we get to a city that we've never been to, we like to get the lay-of-the-land, find out about local history, etc. Michael was the perfect guide to show us all around Galway and share with us the ins-and-outs of his city. And -- even better -- he was able to recommend places...
Replied from Michael D.
Thanks for the great review, it was a pleasure touring with you both. I am glad to hear that my advice worked out. Best wishes Michael