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), Aillwee Cave (in Ballyvaughan) and Burren National Park (in Corofin). Spend the 22nd (Wed) among the memorable landscape of The Burren. There's still lots to do: get great views at Cliffs of Moher, take in nature's colorful creations at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, explore by horseback at Drummindoo Stud, and make a trip to Quay Street.

For reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Galway trip itinerary planning app.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In August in Galway, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can travel back home.