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Shannon Walking Tour with Local Storyteller

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1 to 2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Make the most of your time in Shannon Town!

The walking trail starts at Starbucks outside Shannon Airport. The trail is 4km and takes 1 - 2 hours, finishing at Hastings Cottage, the oldest building in Shannon. A taxi will be arranged to transport guests back to their car or accommodation.

Your guide, Balor, who has spent his whole life living in Clare, collecting the stories and history of this unique, rich part of the world. This is your experience. Balor wants to hear what interests you to make it as immersive and engaging as possible for each individual guest.

What's Included

  • Storytelling Performance
  • In-person guide
  • Tea and coffee Meeting at Starbucks with the option to pick up a snack or beverage for the walk. Items purchased in Starbucks are not covered by the price of the tour.
  • We organise a taxi to transport you back to the meeting point. Cost is €8 per vehicle.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rineanna South
Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland

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Shannon (pass by)

Come on a walking tour of the Shannon Estuary to learn about the history of Shannon Airport, the people and the local folklore that has influenced people all over the world. See a part of Shannon that gets missed by most visitors and hear fantastic, grim tales of Limerick with stunnning views of the estuary.Your storyteller, Balor, has spent his whole life living in Clare, collecting the stories and history of the people before they are gone forever. Join him in discovering a side of Ireland that you will never have seen before.The walking trail starts at Starbucks near Shannon Airport and finishes at Hastings Farmhouse, the oldest building in Shannon. A taxi will be arranged to transport guests back to their car / accommodation.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Shannon Walking Tour with Local Storyteller?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Storytelling Performance
  • In-person guide
  • Tea and coffeeMeeting at Starbucks with the option to pick up a snack or beverage for the walk. Items purchased in Starbucks are not covered by the price of the tour.
  • We organise a taxi to transport you back to the meeting point. Cost is €8 per vehicle.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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