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Galway Bay, Galway

4.7
#2 of 14 in Parks in Galway
Water Body · Nature / Park
Walk along the beaches of Galway Bay, one of the area's most picturesque spots just southwest of the city. You may recognize the name from a John Lennon tune--he is only one of many that have sung about this bay. Walk along the beaches, and if you catch them on a dry day, sit and enjoy the swans swimming in the area. Nearby is the Long Walk, a row of colourful houses that line the water. Cap off your time here with a pint of Guinness at a nearby pub, or hang around for nightlife if you're in the mood. Using our international travel planner, Galway attractions like Galway Bay can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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  • By SOAZgirl
    First My trip was in May 2019, not August, so the foot traffic was not so crowded and I could meander along at my leisure. I'm a former Seattle native, now living in AZ, and being near the water...  more »
  • By yanieps
    It is a must place to visit when in Galway. The scenery is lovely, warm and beautiful. We enjoyed our walk over the river then out to the causeway looking at the many swans. Such a great place to...  more »
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  • By tracy odonoghue
    Was ok won't be jumping around the garden about the place for the cost to stay here
  • By Feras Manaa
    It is nice place 💚💛🧡❤
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