Things to do in County Galway

Activities, attractions and tours

Galway City Museum which includes interior views
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County Galway
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Most popular experiences in County Galway

Tours & day trips

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Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Burren & Galway Day Tour From Dublin

Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Burren & Galway Day Tour From Dublin

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 1145 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Galway 2hr. Walking tour with local expert Ger

Private Galway 2hr. Walking tour with local expert Ger

Activity duration is 1 hour and 55 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €36 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Small Group - Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Gal...

Small Group - Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Gal...

Activity duration is 8 hours and 45 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €134 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €70 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Boat Tour & Aillwee Cave

From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Boat Tour & Aillwee Cave

Activity duration is 13 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €125 per adult
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What to do in County Galway

Popular places to visit

Eyre Square showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

4/5(95 reviews)

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street

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.

Quay Street
University of Galway

University of Galway

3.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

University of Galway
Kylemore Abbey featuring heritage architecture, château or palace and a river or creek

Kylemore Abbey

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.

Kylemore Abbey
Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek and boating

Galway Harbour

4/5(44 reviews)

Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.

Galway Harbour
Shop Street

Shop Street

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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.

Shop Street
Spanish Arch

Spanish Arch

4/5(56 reviews)

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.

Spanish Arch
Galway Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Galway Cathedral

4.5/5(44 reviews)

See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.

Galway Cathedral
Dog's Bay Beach

Dog's Bay Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Dog's Bay Beach during your travels in Roundstone? Take in the art scene and mountain views in the area.

Dog's Bay Beach

Areas of County Galway

Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek and boating

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

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.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum which includes interior views

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.

Latin Quarter
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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
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Renmore

When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Lough Atalia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Renmore
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Menlo

Travellers like the historical sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Menlo
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Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Salthill
Dunguaire Castle showing heritage elements, a river or creek and heritage architecture

Galway

Photo by Milestone Travels

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Inishmore

Inishmore

The Burren featuring wild flowers and tranquil scenes

Ballyvaughan

Clifden showing tranquil scenes, mountains and landscape views

Clifden

Ballinasloe

Ballinasloe

Photo by Dewayne Mathis

Oughterard

Cong Abbey showing château or palace, heritage architecture and building ruins

Cong