5 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 out of town with these interesting Galway side-trips: Liscannor (Moher Hill Open Farm and Leisure Park & Cliffs of Moher), Aillwee Cave (in Ballyvaughan) and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (in Bunratty). There's lots more to do: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Connemara National Park, kick back and relax at Salthill Beaches, make a trip to Quay Street, and take a memorable drive along Wild Atlantic Way.

To see ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Galway itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major airports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. August in Galway sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) early enough to travel back home.