Explore Westport’s rich history and stunning landscapes on an e-bike tour. Uncover local legends, visit heritage sites, and capture breathtaking views.
Explore Westport’s rich history and stunning landscapes on an e-bike tour. Uncover local legends, visit heritage sites, and capture breathtaking views.
- Heritage Centre, Westport, Co. Mayo - Enjoy a guided tour with local expert Brian, who will take you to significant historical sites. He will share insights about the Browne family (Lord Sligo), the owners of Westport House Estate, who designed and established the purpose-built town of Westport in the 18th century. Visit the Heritage Centre to…
- Heritage Centre, Westport, Co. Mayo - Enjoy a guided tour with local expert Brian, who will take you to significant historical sites. He will share insights about the Browne family (Lord Sligo), the owners of Westport House Estate, who designed and established the purpose-built town of Westport in the 18th century. Visit the Heritage Centre to journey back to the famine era and hear captivating stories and legends from the 16th century about Grace O’Malley, the Pirate Queen, and her maritime adventures along the West Coast of Ireland. Discover her marriages to three men and her voyage to London to meet Queen Elizabeth I to secure the release of family captives and prisoners from the Tower of London. Learn about Major John MacBride, his marriage to Maud Gonne, and his role in the 1916 Rising and subsequent execution. This wonderful 3-hour cycling adventure will take you from the town to the Quay, the old Workhouse site, and the famine grave site.
- In-person English Guide
- Bicycle use
- In-person English Guide
- Bicycle use
- Tea and coffee
- Tea and coffee
WESTPORT No 1 Bike Tour
Explore Westport by Ebike
Join this guided tour with Brian for a leisurely and enjoyable ride to the harbor and Westport Heritage Center. Here, you will hear captivating local legends and stories, and learn about the history of notable figures from the past, shared by Brona, our knowledgeable local historian. Brona will…
WESTPORT No 1 Bike Tour
Explore Westport by Ebike
Join this guided tour with Brian for a leisurely and enjoyable ride to the harbor and Westport Heritage Center. Here, you will hear captivating local legends and stories, and learn about the history of notable figures from the past, shared by Brona, our knowledgeable local historian. Brona will showcase various physical artifacts, along with maps and photos, providing insights into the rich local history, how people lived and worked, and the true story of the famine and its impact on Mayo. Discover the fascinating tales of Grace O’Malley, the 16th-century chieftain known as the Pirate Queen, and her daring adventures on the seas of western Ireland, including her bold visit to Queen Elizabeth of England in London.
The tour includes a short ride to the headland known as the POINT, where you can enjoy stunning photo opportunities with Croagh Patrick Mountain and the Clew Bay islands as your backdrop. Gain an understanding of the emigration from the bay to North America. Overall, this is an excellent and informative guided tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
