Explore Galway

The City of the Tribes

Explore Galway, a vibrant bohemian city situated along the Wild Atlantic Way. Uncover rich medieval history as you meander the colourful, cobbled streets of the Latin Quarter. Settle in by a glowing turf fire for craic agus ceol in a traditional pub or take a stroll along the promenade in Salthill. Tour this beautiful city and bay by foot, bus or boat and explore its incredible food scene. Known for its packed calendar of exciting cultural events, Galway offers something for every visitor.

Places to Visit

Galway City Museum

Explore the archaeology, history and culture of Galway, all in one building!

Experience Galway

Join a local guide for a top rated Walking Tour, Pub Tour, Dark History Tour, Whiskey Tasting Experience or their signature “Walk, Talk & Taste” Tour of Galway City.

The Crane Bar

The Crane Bar on Sea Road is one of Galway’s best known traditional music pubs. It has long been a haunt of those who love to play and those who love to listen to them.

Charlie Byrne's

Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop is Ireland’s best-loved independent bookshop in the heart of Galway City! Explore our labyrinthine maze of over 100,000 books: new, second-hand, bargain and antiquarian.

The Aran Islands

The Aran Islands offer visitors a glimpse into a way of life that has long since disappeared from most of the world. Filled with traditional Irish culture, the islands offer breath-taking scenery, ecclesiastical ruins and world-renowned stone forts. Only 90 minutes away from Galway city by ferry.

The Cliffs of Moher

One of Ireland’s favourite visitor experiences, the Cliffs of Moher tower over the rugged West Clare coast. Walk the safe, paved pathways and view the famous Cliffs on Europe’s western frontier and enjoy the spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands.

Thomas Dillon’s

Thomas Dillon’s are the original makers of the Claddagh ring since 1750. The museum at Thomas Dillon’s Claddagh Gold, has been described as “the smallest museum in Europe with the biggest gift shop”. Discover a timeless classic handcrafted in Galway city.

Galway Arts Centre

Established in 1982, Galway Arts Centre is dedicated to providing year-round access to the arts through programmes in visual art, literature, theatre, youth arts, festivals, music and performance.

Discover the magic of Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

Experience Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, a beautifully unspoiled part of Ireland where life moves at its own pace. Listen to the ebb and flow of trickling streams, kayak across wonderful waterways and explore magical forest treks and trails.

Meander across expansive boglands, majestic mountains and open valleys. Visit the riverside towns and villages dotted throughout this enchanting region. Make sure to stop and soak up the peaceful atmosphere, there’s nowhere quite like it.