Private Ennis Walking Tour with Local Expert Dr Jane O'Brien (up to 6 people)
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Private tour of Ennis with an experienced and award-winning local guide. Dr Jane O’Brien (PhD in history) has been running tours of Ennis since 2005 but it is Jane's storytelling skills that bring the vibrant past of the town alive for all who join her tours. You will explore the streets and laneways of Ennis while learning about the intriguing stories that shaped its history. Winner of the "2024 Best Walking Tour Experience" and guide for the Rick Steves Tours in Ennis, this tour explores the history, methodology, legends, ghosts, poverty, murders and more of this medieval town. Jane uses rich historical sources to recreate 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. She also runs the Dark History Tour which provides an in-depth exploration of the darker side of the towns history, and the Gourmet History Tour - a combination of history and food with some local food tastings.1 hour 10 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Use of equipment : Other.
Gratuities - always appreciated, but never expected
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Locations in the itinerary
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Clare Museum
Arthur's Row, Ennis, Ireland, V95 CD6PWe begin beside the Clare Museum - formally the site of the old Convent building for the Sisters of Mercy. Participants are introduced to the medieval market town of Ennis which originated in the 13th century.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Daniel O'Connell Monument
O'Connell Street, Ennis, IrelandWe stop at the Daniel O'Connell Monument in the centre of Ennis - site for many events including the momentus milestone of Catholic Emancipation.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
We stop into one of Ennis's atmospheric bow-ways - small laneways connecting the main streets to what were once the poorer tenament areas of the town. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Ennis Friary
Ennis Friary Abbey Street, Ennis, Ireland, V95 TR83By the Old Ennis Abbey (circa 1280s) we explore the role of the Franciscan Friars in the development of Ennis town. From here we also have a pretty view of the river Fergus which flows through the town, and the memorials to the famous Irish 1916 uprising against British rule. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
The oldest street in Ennis leading to what was once the palace of the O'Brien Kings, founders of the town. Here we also visit the Friary (originally built 1850s) to experience the beautiful stained glass windows and peacefully atmosphere. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Stopping by the old convent building we explore some of the archived experiences of children from the orphanage and industrial school that once stood on this site. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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We stop at the McParland House (circa 1620) on Parnell Street - the only know surviving timber framed house in Ireland and the oldest house of the town to be in continuous use without any major alterations to its structure. The original quaint shopfront and half-door evoke an earlier time in the market town.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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We stop beside the building housing the Chapel Lane market, once a church built in 1735 during the penal times. Lane-ways like this saw much overcrowding during the time of the Great Famine in Ireland and we explore the devestation this event had on a town like Ennis.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Starting point
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This is located just off the main O'Connell Square in the centre of Ennis.View Location
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This is located just off the main O'Connell Square in the centre of Ennis.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Dublin time to receive 100% refund.
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