St Patrick's Festival Walking Tour

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St Patrick’s Festival Walking Tour

Inside the gates of the RC Cathedral (Cathedral Road entrance)

Saturday 15th March or Sunday 16th March | 2pm | £6

Armagh City is the “Home of St Patrick.'' We have countless links with the patron saint of this island and are the only city in the world to have two Cathedrals named after the same saint. On this leisurely walking tour we delve into the history of St Patrick and his connection with both Cathedrals (we do not go into any buildings). En route we can appreciate the wonderful panoramic views of this city, the ecclesiastical and spiritual capital of Ireland.

You will hear why St Patrick chose this as the location to build his first Stone Church in 445 AD and be regaled with myths, legends as well as some unusual and quirky facts surrounding St Patrick. At the end of the tour you will be given additional links for looking deeper into the city's history and that of this famous Saint.

This tour starts at the gates of St Patrick's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Cathedral Road and finishes at The Friary near entrance to the Palace Demesne, Killylea Road. Moderate level of fitness required to walk this route of approx one mile with some gradient. Comfortable walking shoes and all weather clothing recommended. Please note that this tour follows the "Good to Go" standard and spaces on each tour are limited to adhere to current guidelines.

The meeting point will be inside the gates of the RC Cathedral opposite the gatehouse, Cathedral Road, across the road from Mulberry Restaurant.

Should you have any access requirements, please mention during the booking process and these will be accommodated as far as possible. Please email St. Patrick’s Festival, Armagh stpatricksfestival@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.ukfor further assistance.

To view General Information and Cancellation Policy for Home of St Patrick Festival 2025, please click:https://visitarmagh.com/festivals/st-patricks/general-information-and-cancellation-policy/

For any queries, please contact:stpatricksfestival@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk