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.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Burren Perfumery and The Burren Smokehouse,. Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden will appeal to history buffs. Take a break from Galway with a short trip to National Museum of Ireland - Country Life in Castlebar, about 1h 30 min away. There's still lots to do: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Connemara National Park and make a trip to Eyre Square.

For ratings, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Galway trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In October, daily temperatures in Galway can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can travel back home.