About Galway
Galway is one of Ireland's major cities, home to around 85,910 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Galway
1
Galway City Museum
2
Galway Atlantaquaria
3
Legend of the Claddagh Ring
4
University Quad
5
Hall of the Red Earl
6
Galway Cathedral
7
Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church
8
Corrib Princess river cruises
Budget travel
Free things to do in Galway
Galway Cathedral
Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Galway City Museum
- Visit Galway Atlantaquaria
- Visit Legend of the Claddagh Ring
- Eat at Hooked
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit University Quad
- Visit Hall of the Red Earl
- Visit Galway Cathedral
- Eat at Kirby's
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church
- Visit Corrib Princess river cruises
- Visit Town Hall Theatre
- Eat at McCambridges
Where to eat
Hooked
Kirby's
McCambridges
Freddy's
McDonagh's
McSwiggans
Ard Bia at Nimmo's
Oscar's Seafood Bistro
Where to stay
- Snoozles Hostel
- Galway City Hostel
- Kinlay Hostel
- Woodquay Hostel
- Desota House
Shopping
- Galway Market
- Eyre Square Centre
- Sheridan's Cheesemongers
- Magpie Bakery
- Planet Retro
- The Sheep
Nightlife
- An Púcán
- Taaffes Pub
- King's Head
- Freeneys
- Tigh Neachtain
- Busker Brownes
Museums & culture
- Galway City Museum
- Galway Cathedral
- Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church
In pictures
Galway gallery
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