Private History Tours

Experience History, Personally

Experience History,
Personally

Experience the best of Ennis in beautiful county Clare with a choice of private walking tours for your family or small group, at a time that suits you. These personal tours offer an insider’s view of Ennis, capturing its fascinating history, characters, and hidden gems.

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The Ennis Dark History Tour

Uncover the intriguing, darker and haunted side of medieval Ennis! Explore its chilling history, captivating myths, notorious crimes, and grim punishments as you journey with Jane through the town’s winding streets and atmospheric lanes. This historically accurate walking tour makes history come alive in unexpected and unforgettable ways!

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The Ennis ESSENTIAL History Tour

This is the definitive walking tour of Ennis! Join Dr. Jane O’Brien on a fascinating journey through 800 years of history in Ennis, a medieval market town packed with stories waiting to be uncovered!  Whether you’re a history buff or just love a great story, this captivating tour embodies the essence of Ennis. 

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The Ennis tasting History Tour

Embark on a feast for the senses with the Ennis Tasting History Tour! This isn’t just a history walking tour —it’s a unique and delicious journey through time. Savor medieval treats, sip honey mead, try wild foods, and enjoy local cheeses, all while uncovering the town’s rich past!

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Group / Bespoke Tours

With years of experience, we can tailor our tours to suit your group’s unique interests, whether you’re an international visitor, a local history enthusiast, or part of a corporate outing, family gathering, or educational trip. Walking tours also make for memorable team-building experiences, special events, or client entertainment.

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TOUR REVIEWS

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“Jane explores the nooks, crannies and history of this lovely town in County Clare during her tour. We explored the architecture, the town’s development and Irish political history during the tour. Well worth the time.”

September 2024

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“Great introduction to Ennis! We learned so much about the small town of Ennis. She pointed out historical buildings, gave us information about the town and was able to recommend places to shop and eat. We really enjoyed our time with her.”

September 2024

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“Awesome overview of the history of Ennis. Jane was very knowledgeable and provided great insight into the long history of the town.”

November 2024

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Tales of famine, murder, riots and rebellion bring to life the story of Ennis’ history on these excellent walking tours.

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Taking one of Jane O’Brien’s tours is the best possible introduction to the town. Jane puts on a highly informative tour, peppering the official history with anecdotal tales that transform sleepy Ennis into a truly intriguing destination…I won’t give away the entire tour; suffice to say it’s fascinating.

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All About

YOUR GUIDE

Clare native and owner and operator of Ennis Walking Tours, Dr Jane O’Brien is an expert Guide with a Masters in local history and a History PhD from the University of Galway. She has been sharing her knowledge and running tours of Ennis since 2005 and her uniquely Irish storytelling skills bring history alive for all who embark on an Ennis Walking Tour. Jane is deeply passionate about her hometown and uses rich insightful sources to recreate the historical dramas and daily life of this extraordinary town and its place in Irish history. Jane is also Castle Historian at Dromoland Castle – once the seat of the Gaelic O’Brien Kings and now a luxury hotel.

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