Secrets of Galway Self-Guided Exploration Game Tour

Evening settles over Galway in a shimmer of golden lights and distant music. Laughter spills from pubs, fiddles sing through the air, and stories seem to drift between the cobbled streets. Beside you appears a soft, flickering presence. Síofra, one of the fairy folk, drawn from the hills by the city’s magic, now finds herself lost between worlds. Her Claddagh ring, a delicate symbol of heart, hands, and crown, has vanished, and with it, her path home. Together, you wander through a city alive with spirit. Street performers play as if guided by unseen hands, shop windows glow with warmth, and every corner feels touched by something just beyond sight. Síofra’s voice is light but laced with worry, as she follows the invisible threads of story and tradition that run through Galway. 

The ring is not just lost, it is waiting, hidden where the city’s soul shines brightest. When at last it is found, resting where friendship and love seem to gather, her joy feels like a spark in the night. The magic returns, gentle and certain. And as Síofra fades back toward her world, Galway remains, humming with stories you now see a little more clearly. The truth is out there, just hidden beneath cobblestones and whispers. 

What is the Secrets of Galway Exploration Game? 

Secrets of Galway Exploration Game is a self-guided, GPS-based city game that always unfolds in Galway's historic center. It's a fun, interactive way to explore the city by solving puzzles, cracking riddles, and completing photo challenges. Along the way, players learn about Galway's history, culture, and unique facts that deepen their connection to the place. The game is ideal for visitors and locals alike, and it suits both solo players and groups. 

Important Information 

- Difficulty level: intermediate 

- Duration: 2 hours 

- Tickets: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people, for more players buy additional tickets) 

- Choose a start date/time when booking, but start the game whenever you want 

- Required: smartphone with internet connection 

What is unique about the game? 

Uniquely, this City Game Galway invites you to discover hidden spots while blending sightseeing with play. Highlights include the Browne Doorway in Eyre Square, Lynch's Castle Corner on Shop Street, the Spanish Arch along the Quays, the Colourful Long Walk by the harbour, and St Nicholas' Collegiate Church with its medieval charm. Whether you are exploring solo for personal excitement or with a group for a shared experience, you will solve a variety of challenges including fun puzzles, tricky questions, riddles, and photo tasks to score as many points as possible, gain extra clues, and ultimately solve the final puzzle. You can pause the game at any time and continue later. There is a leaderboard to compete for a top spot and the game can be played competitively for team-building. 

How to play 

After booking, you will receive an email containing a direct play link. Go to the start location provided, start location The Browne Doorway, and begin the game right away. The game can be paused and resumed later.