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Tours & day trips
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Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.
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Private Galway 2hr. Walking tour with local expert Ger
Food, drink & nightlife
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Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise
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Galway: The Irish Dance Experience
What to do in Galway
Popular places to visit
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
University of Galway
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Galway Cathedral
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
Galway City Museum
See a variety of relics that tell the story of the city from prehistoric times to present day in this museum near the River Corrib.
Lynch's Castle
Find out about the history of Galway with a stop at Lynch's Castle. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Galway
Galway City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.
Latin Quarter
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
Renmore
When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Lough Atalia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Menlo
Travellers like the historical sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- University of Galway
- Galway Harbour
- Shop Street
- University Hospital Galway
- Spanish Arch
- Galway Race Course
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Galway Cathedral
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Leisureland
- Caesar's Palace
- Claregalway Castle
- Galway City Museum
- Grattan Beach
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course
- Galway Shopping Center
- National Aquarium of Galway
- Lynch's Castle
- St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
- Pearse Stadium
- Silver Strand
- Lough Atalia
- Menlo Castle
- Riverside Walk
- South Park
- Galway Golf Club
- Town Hall Theatre
- Ladies Beach
- Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
- Millennium Children's Park and Playground
- Nora Barnacle House
- Bohermore’s Victorian Cemetery
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