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Angela's Ashes Walking Tour: Local Historian's Insight into Frank McCourt's Limerick
4.6
10 Ratings
Limerick
Immerse yourself in the world of Frank McCourt with the Angela's Ashes Walking Tour. Join local historian Beano as he shares his insights and personal connection to the Limerick writer. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and those curious about Limerick's vibrant spirit!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Limerick - Tour Frank McCourt’s childhood home with a guide who lived nearby
- Limerick - Stop by Souths Bar, where Frank’s father used to sing and drink
- Limerick - Explore Frank’s former school
- Limerick - See the spot on the Shannon River where Frank throws the book into the water in the movie
- Limerick - Observe the building where Frank’s mother sought charity
- Limerick - Stroll through the lanes featured in the film
- Limerick - Discover Frank McCourt’s life, family, and the local reaction to his poignant book from those who knew him in Limerick.
What's Included
- Escorted guide throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Gain a fascinating perspective on the Limerick author Frank McCourt, as narrated by local historian Beano, a childhood neighbor of Frank. This presents an intimate glimpse into his life story. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with your expert guide Beano during the journey and at the conclusion of the tour. Perfect for enthusiasts of literature, academics, and anyone eager to explore the distinctive Limerick spirit!
Location
Limerick City Gallery of Art
Pery Square
Your Guide will be standing in front the Entrance to the Art Gallery on the footpath.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Escape824864
May 31, 2024
Like time travel - Absolutely excellent! The Angela's Ashes walking tour effectively time-travels the participant back to the Limerick of McCourt's youth and indeed an earlier chapter in recent Irish history. The guide, Joe C., is as knowledgeable as he is passionate about the matter. Highly recommend to the book's readership!
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Jillc15
Aug 28, 2023
Recommend, especially if you have read Frank McCord’s book about life in 30’s thru 50’s in and around Limerick+ - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and always had some piece of information to tell about the characters in the book, but also about the history surrounding the area as well. All questions were answered. Nice easy walk walk. This young man will make an outstanding hospitality host!
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Advscout
Jul 5, 2023
One of the highlights of our trip to Ireland - Cayleb was a wonderful tour guide. He relayed interesting stories about Frank McCourt and the city of Limerick. It was informative and entertaining. Cayleb was a great conversationalist and was patient in answering all of our questions. Even after the official tour was over, he was kind enough to walk us to a location that helped us resolve an internet access issue with my cell phone. An overall lovely experience.
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Tricia_o
Jun 13, 2023
1 on 1 attention... - 1 on 1 attention
Such a great tour guide
Very knowledgeable
Knew his history of both Angela’s Ashes and Limerick city
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Valndon
Apr 26, 2023
Great Day in Limerick - Katelyn O’Dea was our tour guide for a marvelous 2 and a half hours in Limerick. Not only did she make Frank McCourt’s book come alive, her enthusiasm for Limerick and it’s history was contagious. She’s amazing and her tour was insightful. You’ll be wise to request her when you book this tour. The Peoples Museum on Pery Square houses a few of the Angela’s Ashes memorabilia and is worth a peek.
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Burnettkatie
Nov 28, 2022
Fantastic tour - Fantastic tour. Our guide Katelyn was SO well-read and knowledgeable and it felt like we were walking around Limerick with a friend. We will be taking more family members on this trip when we return.
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Steven
Nov 19, 2022
Cracking Tour in Limerick - 5/5 - our guide Damien was fantastic. Really tried hard to ensure we had a great experience. Friendly and very knowledgeable about his city.
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Monika_s
Aug 9, 2021
Really grand! - It had long been my dream to see the places that Frank McCourt described and it was all the better for having a knowledgeable guide to help me do just that. Tadhg O'Brien was excellent, very kind to phone beforehand to make sure I could find the meeting point, he even had a spare umbrella for me! He is a great storyteller, he knows what he is talking about, a very good choice it was. Really recommended!
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Dustin_d
Nov 14, 2022
GUIDE A NO SHOW - The guide never shower. This is my wife's favourite Author and we made a special one night trip to Limerick to see to this tour and nobody showed up. Viator has never responded to our emails either.
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