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.

Take a break from the city and head to Dromoland Castle and Turoe Pet Farm & Leisure Park. Do some cultural sightseeing at Aughnanure Castle and Riverside Walk. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Galway: Royal Abbey of Cong (in Cong), Joyce Country Sheepdogs (in Shanafaraghaun) and Michael Davitt Museum (in Foxford). And it doesn't end there: admire the landmark architecture of The Irish Workhouse Centre, take in the spiritual surroundings of National Shrine of Our Lady of Knock, hike along Hag's Head, and trek along with Hillwalk Tours.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Galway trip website.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. October in Galway sees daily highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.