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Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre
National Park
Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre , Galway
4.7
Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre encompasses diverse landscapes that include vast grasslands, dense woodlands, high mountain peaks, a
Tours from $42
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park ©
Castle
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park , Bunratty
4.4
Offering visitors a chance to attend a genuine medieval banquet, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park hosts four-course dinners accompanied by traditi
Tours from $20
Wild Atlantic Way ©
Scenic Drive
Wild Atlantic Way , Galway
4.9
Stretching for 2,500 km (1,553 mi), Wild Atlantic Way passes through dozens of towns, attractions, and spots worth including on your itinerar
Tours from $43
Quay Street ©
Landmark
Quay Street , Galway
4.7
Explore Quay Street, one of the city's most lively and fun areas to see on foot. This street is one of many that stretch south from Eyre Squa
Tours from $18
The Burren ©
Geologic Formation
The Burren , County Clare
4.6
Witness the natural wonder of The Burren, an area that is both rocky and fertile. “Burren” comes from an Irish word meaning “a rocky place,”
Tours from $25

Recommended Galway tours

FROM $61 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Dublin
4.7
Duration: 13 hours
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FROM $155 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin
4.6
Duration: 15 hours
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FROM $60 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Tour Including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway City from Dublin
4.7
Duration: 13 hours
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FROM $54 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Galway
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $790 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Day Cork, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher Rail Tour
4.4
Duration: 3 days
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR Connemara Day Trip from Galway: Kylemore Abbey and Ross Errily Friary
4.6
Duration: 10 hours
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FROM $43 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway
4.6
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $1,058 BOOK WITH VIATOR 5-Day Escape to the South West Small-Group Tour from Dublin
4.8
Duration: 5 days
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FROM $55 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Cork: Including The Wild Altanic Way
4.5
Duration: 11 hours
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Galway

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Nightlife · National Parks · Landmarks
A major hub for visitors exploring Ireland's western regions, Galway serves as a city of art and culture, renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and numerous festivals. The city's many pubs, a major draw for bohemian crowds from around the world, offer live music and outdoor seats, ideal for observing street performers and ordinary natives going about their business. Deeply respectful of its traditions and rich heritage, Galway is one of the few areas where Irish remains a thriving language in everyday use. Start your urban adventure by exploring the lively areas along the Corrib River, where you can search for handcrafted souvenirs and traditional Aran sweaters. Plan a Ireland trip in moments using our itinerary builder.

Side trips from Galway

Bunratty Castle & Folk Park ©
Castle
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Bunratty
4.4
Duration: 4 hours
The Burren ©
Geologic Formation
The Burren
County Clare
4.6
Duration: 8 hours
Cliffs of Moher ©
Lookout
Cliffs of Moher
Liscannor
4.7
Duration: 1 hour
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden ©
Garden
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kylemore
4.3
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Galway

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Galway Cathedral ©
Religious Site
Galway Cathedral
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
Riverside Walk ©
Historic Walking Area
Riverside Walk
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church ©
Religious Site
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
Menlo Castle / Blake's Castle ©
Castle
Menlo Castle / Blake's Castle
4.5
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Galway

Galway Bay ©
Water Body
Galway Bay
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Salthill Beaches ©
Beach
Salthill Beaches
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
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Distillery Tour
Distillery Tours
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
©
Walking tour
Walking tours
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Galway

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Charlie Byrne's Bookshop ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Charlie Byrne's Bookshop
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
An Tuirne Island Handknits and Crafts
Gift & Specialty Shop
An Tuirne Island Handknits and Crafts
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Thomas Dillon's Claddagh Gold ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Thomas Dillon's Claddagh Gold
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
OMG Zhivago ©
Department Store
OMG Zhivago
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Nature in Galway

Doo Lough Valley ©
Valley
Doo Lough Valley
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Inis Meain
Island
Inis Meain
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Featured attractions

Pedal Power Galway ©
Nightlife
Pedal Power Galway
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Burren National Park ©
National Park
Burren National Park
Corofin
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
Galway City Museum ©
Monument
Galway City Museum
4.2
Duration: 1 hour
Eyre Square ©
Park
Eyre Square
3.2
Duration: 30 minutes

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Where to stay in Galway

Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre
Stay at the center of Ireland's "Most Irish City," Galway City, by booking a hotel or hostel near Eyre Square, from which all city sights are walkable. If you prefer accommodation with more character, stay at a charming guesthouse or bed and breakfast just outside of the center, or look for lodging in the city's Latin Quarter, a bohemian neighborhood lined with cafes, galleries, and pubs. If you want to explore Galway County, book accommodations in the city, since it's a tourism and transportation hub on the West Coast. If you prefer the quiet countryside, seek out small, family-owned guesthouses on the Aran Islands or a cottage on the Connemara Peninsula.
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