4 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Galway: Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (in Bunratty), Burren National Park (in Corofin) and Aillwee Cave (in Ballyvaughan). Spend the 30th (Thu) among the memorable landscape of The Burren. And it doesn't end there: get great views at Cliffs of Moher, make a trip to Quay Street, admire the natural beauty at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, and walk around Eyre Square.

To find more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Galway trip planner.

In August in Galway, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.