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.

Get outdoors at Burren National Park and The Burren. Step out of Galway to go to Ballyvaughan and see Aillwee Cave, which is approximately 48 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: head outdoors with Wild Atlantic Way, make a trip to Quay Street, look for gifts at Charlie Byrne's Bookshop, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Corcomroe Abbey.

To see reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Galway trip itinerary planning site.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. Expect a daytime high around 45°F in December, and nighttime lows around 37°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.