Galway

How to Get to Galway

Galway is a city on the western coast of Ireland, and is accessible via car, train, or plane!

I would recommend renting a car while there so that you can easily explore the area!

The closest airport to Galway is Galway Airport, and is about a 35 minute drive from the city.

The main train & bus station is Galway Railway Station.

What to Do in Galway

Galway is such a fun and exciting city to explore!

Take a walk down Quay Street – the main pedestrian street in the city. Stop and enjoy the shops & restaurants along the way!

Take a Galway Walking Tour! Explore the vibrant city of Galway on this 90-minute guided walking tour. Learn about the city’s history and culture with a Galway local. Reserve your spot here.

Eat your way through Galway with this highly recommended Galway Food Tour! This tour leads food enthusiasts around Galway’s finest food destinations. Along the way, sample fresh sushi, the finest cheese, oysters, mouth-watering breads, & savory bites as well as delicious sweet treats! This is such a fun experience! Get your tickets here.

Enjoy a wine & tasting tour in Galway! Explore the city while savoring local food and beverages. This is an absolute favorite! Reserve your spot here.

Spend the day visiting the Cliffs of Moher! These dramatic seaside cliffs are the most well-known spot in all of Ireland, and they do not disappoint! Get your tickets here.

Visit the Aran Islands and the Cliffs of Moher on this full-day tour from Galway. Travel along the Wild Atlantic Way, through pretty villages and take a ferry to the Aran Islands. Pass below the Cliffs of Moher on the return boat ride. Then soak up spectacular views from on top the Cliffs of Moher on your way back to Galway. This is a highly recommended experience and fills up fast! Reserve your spot here.

Take a drive along the Wild Atlantic Way – a 1,600 mile coastal route along the western side of Ireland. The scenery and enchanting villages along this route are breathtaking.

Go hiking in Connemara National Park and visit beautiful Kylemore Abbey! This is one of the most highly recommended tour in the area. Book this amazing day tour here!

Head to the seaside and take a walk along the Salthill Promenade, and take in the ocean breezes & coastal views.

Plan your own perfect day with a private tour around western Ireland! Get picked up at the location of your choice in Galway and set out on a full-day tour of the magnificent west coast. Personalize the itinerary according to your interests and see Kylemore Abbey, Connemara, and the Doolough Valley. Go off-the-beaten-path to check out Ireland’s beautiful scenery including beaches, mountains, and loughs. Reserve your spot here.

Experience a night of traditional Irish song & dance! This is a one-of-a-kind experience not to be missed! Book this amazing experience here.

For more great recommended activities & tours in Galway, click here!

Want to see more of Ireland? Explore Cork, Belfast, Dublin, or Killarney!

Where to Eat in Galway

One of the most recommended restaurants in Galway is Quay Street Kitchen. Stop by and get a taste of traditional Irish food!

Cava Bodega is another city favorite, serving delicious Spanish tapas!

Another favorite Irish restaurant in Galway is Ard Bia at Nimmos.

Interested in Italian cuisine? Try Venice, Galway’s favorite Italian restaurant!

Trying to find a great place for breakfast? Dela Restaurant is Galway’s most highly recommended breakfast spot!

Looking for great Vegetarian/Vegan food? Greens & Co. has some delicious vegetarian dishes.

These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Galway according to google reviews.

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Galway, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Galway

There are so many great hotel options in Galway! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Galway

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 62°F. The hottest month of the year in Galway is July, with an average high of 66°F and low of 55°F.

The cool season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 51°F. The coldest month of the year in Galway is January, with an average low of 39°F and high of 47°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Galway

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Visit Rathbaun Farm and learn more about Irish country life. Feed the baby sheep and have fresh homemade scones in an Irish farmhouse!

Take your kids to visit the beautiful Cliffs of Moher! They will love exploring the area and seeing the sheep! Get your tickets here.

Take a day trip to the Aran Islands from Galway! Your kids will love riding the boat & exploring the beautiful islands! Get your tickets here!

Stop by the Galway’s Aquarium Atlantaquaria and see all the fascinating Irish sea life.

Traveling with teens or young adults? Solve the murder of Balthazar together! This is a fun activity to do while visiting the city! Book this murder mystery experience here.

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