2 days in Galway Itinerary

A major hub for visitors exploring Ireland's western regions, Galway serves as a city of art and culture, renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and numerous festivals.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Galway Cathedral, get to know the fascinating history of Salthill Promenade, and then take a memorable drive along Wild Atlantic Way.

To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Galway trip planner.

If you are flying in from Norway, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in July, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can travel back home.