Unearth Hidden Gems with Armagh Guided Walking Tours

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The tour takes place from Thursday to Sunday from 19th June until 7th September and last approximately 2 hours. They are suitable for age 6+

Grab your trainers and learn more about the city

Armagh is an ancient compact city soaked in myths, legends, history and heritage. It is located in the heart of Ulster and well known for being the ecclesiastical capital of the island of Ireland.

One of the best ways to discover more about the story of this city and its citizens from the pre-Christian era up to modern times is to book a guided walking tour which will take you through the city centre at a leisurely pace, stopping off at various locations on a route of approx 1 km.

This bijou of a city centre is a conservation area with many beautiful buildings and an impressive selection of Public Art. Your guide will entertain you with facts and anecdotes as they escort you towards the Hill of Armagh, where you will be treated to a feast for the eyes with the panoramic vistas from Ard Mhacha, height of Macha.

Please dress appropriately for all types of weather, with walking shoes. You may wish to bring a coat and small umbrella, just in case.  A moderate level of fitness is required for this walk. Individual headsets will be provided for each member of the group to ensure that everyone can hear and follow the tour.

Tours take place at 2pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The tour starts outside Armagh County Museum and finishes at the Celestial Sphere at the bottom of Abbey Street. Please note that there is no access to any of the buildings on the route. If there is a particular building that you wish to visit, it is advisable to check opening times in advance. 

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General Information
Parking is available on The Mall, close to Armagh County Museum. This map details parking spaces and also toilets in the city centre.

There are a range of cafes and restaurants dotted across the city centre with suggestions detailed on the relevant links.

Please note that some buildings, businesses and public transport options may be closed/have alternative opening hours on bank holidays. During the summer this includes the weekend of Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July and  Monday 25th August. Should you wish to visit it is advisable to check opening hours in advance to avoid disappointment.

If you have any queries in relation to the walking tours and Archbishop’s tour  programme, please email walkingtours@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk

Summer Tours of the Palace

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The Archbishop’s tours take place on two Sundays per month in June, July, August at 2pm. The tour begins at the Palace and lasts approximately 75 minutes and is suitable for age 8+. Parking is available adjacent to the Palace.

Take a special opportunity to see behind the doors of The Primate’s Palace, built by Archbishop Robinson and used as the home of the Church of Ireland Archbishops from 1770 until the 1970’s.  Your guide will welcome all visitors to this magnificent building providing you with a fascinating tour lasting approximately 75 minutes.  The Palace was designed by famous architect Thomas Cooley in the classical style, originally it had 2 storey’s and a basement. Another floor and raised portico were added in 1825 under the primate ship of Lord John George Beresford.

Your guide will share their knowledge of the building including the story of former Archbishop of Armagh, Richard Robinson 1765 to 1794, a colourful personality, often known as the “Builder of Armagh.”

In addition, you will be treated to a feast for the eyes with the exhibition of the “Artist in Residence”  local man J B Vallely,  who has had a career in art and music spanning over 6 decades.  His paintings are renowned nationally and internationally with diverse themes such as music, sport, mythology, dance and historical events, a unique event not to be missed.

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General information

Places to eat

There are a range of cafes and restaurants dotted across the city centre with suggestions detailed on the relevant links. Please also refer to this map for information.

Please note that some buildings and businesses may be closed/have alternative opening hours on bank holidays. During the summer this includes Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July and  Monday 25th August. Should you wish to visit it is advisable to check opening hours in advance to avoid disappointment.

If you have any queries in relation to the walking tours and Archbishop’s tour  programme, please email walkingtours@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk