Athlone Walking tours
Looking for something fun to do as we head into the summer months?Why not enjoy the scenic landmarks of Athlone as well as its beautiful history with Athlone Guided Tours. Taking place on Thursdays and Saturdays at 11.30am, Athlone Guided Tours are an eco-friendly, Covid compliant walking tour suitable for visitors and locals alike.The tour encompasses oral history, folklore, memories, famous residents, landmarks and placenames throughout the history of Athlone.
The group tour, led by an enthusiastic local guide, is guaranteed to be the right mix of educational, fun and memorable!
Vincents tours are widely reviewed by tourists and media alike who praise his wealth of knowledge and professionalism as well as his friendly personality:
“No better way to unearth the gems of that long history and the secrets of the town’s impressive built heritage than in the company of Vincent Harney from Athlone Guided Tours. Over a 90-minute walking tour, retired postmaster Vincent shared a perfect mix of historical fact and personal stories.”
“Vincent’s story-telling genius gave me and my son our trip highlight.” – Jill O’Sullivan, the Irish Examiner
To read more about Jill’s stay in Athlone, click the link below.
“The are few people with the better knowledge of the town and its people that the charismatic Vincent Harney from Athlone Guided Tours” said Domhnall in his feature on Athlone. – Domhnall O’Donoghue – Ireland of the Welcomes Magazine
Tours commence this Thursday 21st of April. Groups can book appointments based on availability. For more information and bookings with Athlone Guided Tours, click the link below.
