3 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.

Go for a jaunt from Galway to Bunratty to see Bunratty Castle about 1h 25 min away. The adventure continues: explore the striking landscape of Connemara National Park, get outside with Wild Atlantic Way, stroll through Eyre Square, and get to know the fascinating history of Salthill Promenade.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Galway holiday planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major airports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In September, daytime highs in Galway are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can travel back home.