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City of the Tribes
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.Escape the urban bustle at Joyce Country Sheepdogs and Hillwalk Tours. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like The Irish Workhouse Centre and National Shrine of Our Lady of Knock. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Galway: Hag's Head (in Liscannor), Cong Abbey (in Cong) and Michael Davitt Museum (in Foxford). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Quin Abbey, get your game on at Turoe Pet Farm and Leisure Park, play a few rounds at Dromoland Castle, and step into the grandiose world of Aughnanure Castle.
To see reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Galway travel itinerary planner.
If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major airports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In October in Galway, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
Things to do in Galway
Side Trips
Dromoland Castle, Joyce Country Sheepdogs, National Shrine of Our Lady of Knock, Quin Abbey, Aughnanure Castle
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Hag's Head
11:00am, Wed Nov 1

Quin Abbey
3:30pm, Wed Nov 1

The Irish Workhouse Centre
3:30pm, Thu Nov 2
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