Places To Visit
Tourist Attractions & Sightseeing in Galway City and County.
 Galway is a perfect base for seeing the West of Ireland, but it is also worth a visit in itself. Although it has only a few typical sightseeing spots, what makes it a wonderful place to stay is the atmosphere, the culture, the people, and the events. Although Galway is the fouth largest city in Ireland, it has retained much of its small town character and is home to many artists, writers, and artisans. Galway is the unofficial cultural capital of Ireland and its lively arts scene peaks during the summertime Galway Arts Festival. Outside of Galway City the wild and sparsely populated Connemara region offers spectacular scenery of valleys, mountains and lakes and unparalleled hill walking across the peaks of the Twelve Bens. The coast line is wrought into rocky inlets sheltering white sand beaches, and is studded with the beautiful Aran islands that make for interesting day trips. Below is a list of categories detailing the best places to visit in and around Galway.
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Located near Ballyvaughan, Aillwee Cave is still one of the few caves which has the features of Clare underground - great caverns, stalactites, subterranean rivers, and is easily accessible to the general public. The Cave is open daily from 9:30am throughout the year (December by appointment).
http://www.aillweecave.ie/
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have created different types of tours that will help you discover the West of Ireland the way that suits you best. Whether you like angling, walking, dancing or touring, then just have a look at what we have for you. Our tours are classified under 3 headings: “Passion”, “Tradition” and “À la carte”. Feel free to contact us (www.ancuantours.net) with some details about the holiday you are planning (dates, number of people, budget, etc.) and we will send you all the information you need.
http://www.ancuantours.net
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The Aran Islands are richly unique. Landscapes of Limestone rock, a stretch of cliffs facing the moods of the Atlantic, Large bolders, rock formations, and unusally clean beaches. It is also a place steeped in emmense cultural heritage and history. The Islands themselves are an outdoor museum of artifacts of religous and cultural importance.
http://www.aranislands.ie/
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Galway Atlantaquaria is the National Aquarium of Ireland and one of the West of Ireland’s premier attractions. It’s home to 170 marine and freshwater species. Highlights include seahorses, stingrays, sharks and an enormous skeleton of a Fin Whale.
http://www.nationalaquarium.ie/
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Exhibiting art in Galway City from new and established artists alike such as Graham Knuttel, Elizabeth Cope, Rasher, John Keating, Fergal Nally, Brock and over 40 others including Elena Mikhailova, Deborah Donnelly and Mary Cahalan. Bold Art Gallery is child and wheelchair friendly.
http://www.boldartgallery.com
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Brigit's Garden takes you on a journey through the sacred spiral of the seasons into the heart of Celtic mythology, folklore and heritage. The 4 beautiful gardens are themed on the Celtic seasonal festivals and set within 11 acres of native woodland & wildflower meadows, featuring a nature trail, ogham trees, children's discovery trail, an ancient ring fort & the largest sundial in Ireland.
http://www.galwaygarden.com
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The Burren Birds of Prey & Education Centre, located at the world-famous Aillwee Cave in County Clare, is home to the most comprehensive collection of eagles, hawks, owls and falcons in the country. The facility offers the estimated 150,000 annual visitors to Ireland’s leading show cave a unique insight into the life of raptors in Ireland, as well as an opportunity to enjoy one of three daily flying displays on the slopes of Aillwee Mountain. Flying displays are held each day on the slopes of Ailwee Mountain. The centre will also offer opportunities to see how young raptors are reared. Open all year round.
http://www.birdofpreycentre.com
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The Burren Perfumery was founded 35 years ago at the centre of a quiet valley in the heart of the Burren. The Burren is a limestone plateau on the West Coast of Ireland, famous for its wildness and the diversity of its plant life. The flowers of the Burren inspired the original Perfumery fragrances: Man of Aran, Ilaun, Frond and Fraoch. The leading products of the the Burren Perfumery the Burren Botanicals, a range of contemporary floral waters that evoke the scents and moods of being outside at different seasons of the year. They are free from parabens and sodium lauryl sulphate, ingredients that are suspected of being harmful and are present in many of today's perfume products. The Burren Perfumery is in Carron, Co. Clare approximately one hour driving time from Shannon or Galway. Visitors can see a free audio visual on the Burren, view the distillation and soap making areas, visit the herb garden and organic tea rooms and, of course, try out Perfumery fragrances, creams, balms and other products.
http://www.burrenperfumery.com/
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Both a museum and a jewellery shop, this establishment is dedicated to the history of this Galway made ring. Named after an old fishing area in the county, the rings were worn to indicate marriage but now they are just a token of friendship and are worn by Irish and Irish descendents the world over.
http://www.claddaghring.ie/museum.html
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The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 km over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. The cliffs boast one of Ireland's most spectacular views. On a clear day the Aran Islands are visible in Galway Bay, as are the valleys and hills of Connemara. <br><br>There are many animals living on the cliffs. Most of these are birds, with an estimated 30,000 birds from 29 species. These include the noted Atlantic Puffins, which live in large colonies at isolated parts of the cliffs and on the small Goat Island. Also present are hawks, gulls, guillemots, shags, ravens and choughs. A new interpretive centre is now open at the Cliffs of Moher exploring different elements of the cliffs. Housed at the centre of the underground building a huge domed cave contains images, exhibits, displays & experiences that will delight young and old alike.
http://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/
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Cnoc Suain is an enchanting pre-famine hill village of thatched and slated stone cottages dating back to 1691. Situated in an Irish (Gaelic) speaking region of beautiful Connemara landscape. We offer a memorable cultural and educational experience in an atmosphere of warm hospitality, traditional home cooking and authentic stone and thatched cottages. Experience a sense of peace and tranquility.
http://www.cnocsuain.com
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Connemara Coastal Tours offer tailor-made holiday breaks along the stunning coast of Connemara in the west of Ireland. They will bring you to the many areas of Connemara, including the secluded coves and meandering back roads that other tours miss. <br><br>Go Island hopping to Inishbofin, Inishturk and Clare Island. All three can be reached by ferry. Inishbofin is home to ancient forts and monastic ruins, while Clare Island is a walkers and divers paradise and once home to pirate queen Granuaile. Inishturk has breathtaking cliffs and numerous archaeological sites and also excellent walking and diving. Macdaras Island, 7 miles out in the Atlantic, is uninhabited. In Galway Bay, the three Aran Islands are some of Irelands most famous and a haven of traditional language and culture. Connemara Coastal Tours specialise in custom built tours for groups of up to 16 taken by luxury minibus and can provide airport transfers directly to your accommodation and will pick you up each morning for sight-seeing or activity tours.
http://www.connemaracoastaltours.com/
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Award winning heritage centre located 5 miles from Clifden Town, the capital of Connemara. It offers a unique insight into the history and heritage of this most beautiful part of the West of Ireland. Offers fine reconstructions of early settlement in the area including a crannóg, a ring fort and a clochaun. Audio visual presentations in English, Irish, German & French. Tea room serving teas etc.
http://www.connemaraheritage.com/
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The Connemara Loop is situated in breathtaking North West Connemara, County Galway. Follow the Loop and be taken on a journey through an ever changing landscape of majestic mountains, spectacular beaches, the wild Atlantic, mist covered lakes, pre-historic bogs and shady glens. A landscape peppered with quaint but lively villages where all the convenience of the modern day is available alongside an opportunity to step back in time to a more relaxed and friendly era. The Connemara Loop is the perfect year round holiday destination for a week, a weekend or a month for families, couples and back-packers of all ages.
The Connemara Loop is well signposted and takes you through the villages and townlands of Maam Cross, Maam, Leenane, Killary Fjord, Lettergesh, Tully Cross, Tully, Renvyle, Derryinver, Letterfrack, Kylemore, the Inagh Valley and Recess.
http://www.connemaraloop.com
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Situated in the West of Ireland in County Galway, Connemara National Park covers some 2,957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Some of the Park's mountains, namely Benbaun, Bencullagh, Benbrack and Muckanaght, are part of the famous Twelve Bens or Beanna Beola range. Connemara National Park was established and opened to the public in 1980.
http://www.connemaranationalpark.ie/
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The 13.1 mile run or walk starts and finishes along Galway's famous coastline on the edge of the Galway City and Bay.
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Enjoy four days and nights at the world renowned Galway International Oyster Festival with Guinness & Oysters, sensational live music,...
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Join in the fun at Clifden Community Arts Week, the longest running community arts festival in Ireland!
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Galway Americana Festival is an annual festival of Bluegrass music with concerts and sessions in a variety of prominent venues in Galway City.
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The Galway City Marathon encompasses a marathon, half-marathon and relay event of two, three or four-person teams.
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The Cruinniú na mBád festival in Kinvara celebrates the living tradition of the sailing of beautiful Galway Hookers on Galway Bay.
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