Welcome to Galway
From the vibrant streets of Galway City to the wild beauty of Connemara and the Atlantic islands, Galway is a county bursting with character, culture and spectacular scenery. Explore our collection of articles, travel guides and local recommendations to discover unforgettable experiences, breathtaking landscapes, lively festivals and hidden gems throughout this remarkable county.
Explore Galway
Browse the articles below to discover the very best of Galway, from food and drink to accommodation, attractions, outdoor adventures and hidden gems. New articles are added regularly, so there’s always something new to discover.
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Galway | Explore Ireland | Family Breaks | Hidden Gems | Staycation Ireland | Things to do | Wild Atlantic Way
Killary Fjord named among Lonely Planet’s’Best in Travel 2027′ Experiences
Killary FjordOpens in new window in County Galway has been recognised in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2027 list,…
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Restoration, Resilience and Renewal: Kylemore Abbey Celebrates 25 Years Since the Restoration of Its Victorian Walled Garden
A special anniversary event explored 150 years of horticultural heritage, the challenges of historic garden restoration and the future…
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Dublin | Explore Ireland | Galway | Ireland's Ancient East & Hidden Heartlands | Kerry | Kilkenny | Limerick | Longford | Louth | Staycation Ireland | Westmeath | Wild Atlantic Way
Ireland Home of Halloween Unveils a Season of Fire, Folklore and Feasting throughout the country
DiscoverIreland.ie unveils 2026 programme of fire, folklore, feasting and unforgettable experiences, giving people even more reasons to plan an…
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Galway | Explore Ireland | Family Breaks | Irish Abroad | Road Trips | Staycation Ireland | Things to do | Wild Atlantic Way
Killary Fjord named among Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2027’ Experiences
Killary Fjord named among Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2027’ Experiences – Ireland’s only fjord takes centre stage in…
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Roscommon | Accommodation | Attractions | Carlow | Clare | Dublin | Explore Ireland | Family Breaks | Galway | Ireland's Ancient East & Hidden Heartlands | Louth | Meath | Offaly | Staycation Ireland | Things to do | Waterford | Wild Atlantic Way
Plan a Traitors-inspired short break in Ireland
Nicola Brady is a travel writer based in Dublin. She writes regularly for the Irish Independent, The Irish Times…
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Cavan | Accommodation | Clare | Cork | Donegal | Dublin | Explore Ireland | Galway | Kerry | Kildare | Kilkenny | Mayo | Meath | Offaly | Romantic Escapes | Sligo | Spa Breaks | Things to do | Tipperary | Waterford | Westmeath | Wexford | Wicklow
Your ultimate guide to the best spas in Ireland
Sink into a seaweed bath, lie back on heated loungers, treat yourself to a full-body massage or book in…
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Things to do | Attractions | Clare | Cork | Dublin | Explore Ireland | Galway | Irish Abroad | Kerry | Meath | Northern Ireland | Tipperary | Travel | Wicklow
20 Irish Visitor Attractions Every American Should See.
From ancient tombs and medieval castles to dramatic Atlantic cliffs, literary treasures and places that connect directly with Irish-American…
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Things to do | Cork | Dublin | Dublin City and County | Explore Ireland | Family Breaks | Galway | Ireland's Ancient East & Hidden Heartlands | Kerry | Kildare | Limerick | Meath | Offaly | Staycation Ireland | Westmeath | Wexford | Wicklow | Wild Atlantic Way
Only in Ireland – 25 unique experiences to discover
Plunge into a saltwater lake, take a ride across the Atlantic on a cable car, and follow in the…
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Things to do | Explore Ireland | Family Breaks | Food and Drink | Galway | Road Trips | Wild Atlantic Way
The ultimate guide to Galway City
Is there another city in Ireland as universally loved as Galway? Not only has it been voted ‘friendliest’ and…
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Galway | Cavan | Clare | Donegal | Dublin | Explore Ireland | Kerry | Mayo | Offaly | Sligo | Staycation Ireland | Things to do | Walking Holidays | Wexford | Wicklow
What to do on your next autumn adventure
Plan a getaway in autumn and soak up the beauty of our incredible country. Make the most of the…
