Ennis Dark History Walking Tour

What to Expect

Led by Dr Jane O’Brien, the Dark History Tour takes a different route through Ennis’s medieval past, focusing on grime, crime and grim punishments. The tour covers the story of the Mad Monk and his notorious graveyard excavations, the tale of Biddy Early - the famous 19th-century Clare herbalist and wise woman accused of witchcraft - and other dark episodes from the town’s history, told against the backdrop of Ennis’s ancient lanes and medieval buildings. Duration is approximately 70 minutes.

Good to Know

• Runs May to October 2026. Check enniswalkingtours.com for available dates and times; pre-booking advised.
• Meet in the courtyard shared by the Ennis Tourist Office, Clare Museum and the Temple Gate Hotel, off O’Connell Square.
• Also offered: Ennis Essential History Tour (daily Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat at 11am) and Tasting History Tour.
• Duration: approx. 70 minutes.

Getting There

Ennis is served by Bus Eireann from Limerick, Galway and Shannon. Meeting point is central, within walking distance of all town-centre car parks.