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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Salthill Promenade and Poulnabrone Dolmen. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Galway: Cliffs of Moher (in Liscannor), Gleninsheen Wedge Tomb (in Caherconnell) and Ashford Castle (in Cong). Next up on the itinerary: admire the landmark architecture of Galway Cathedral, get in on the family fun at Westport House & Pirate Adventure Park, take a memorable drive along Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Corcomroe Abbey.

To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Galway travel route planner .

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major airports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. July in Galway sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.