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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.Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at O`Dalaigh Jewellers and Standun. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Rathcroghan Royal Site & Visitor Centre and Thomond Park Stadium. Explore Galway's surroundings by going to Dromoland Castle (in Newmarket-on-Fergus), Hazel Mountain Chocolates (in Bell Harbour) and Irish Crafts - Doolin (in Doolin). The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Royal Abbey of Cong, stroll around Coole Park Nature Reserve, examine the collection at Derryglad Folk and Heritage Museum, and take in the exciting artwork at Spiddal Craft & Design Studios.
For traveler tips and tourist information, you can read our Galway tour itinerary planning tool.
If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In December, daytime highs in Galway are 45°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.
Things to do in Galway
Side Trips
Spiddal, Dromoland Castle, Hazel Mountain Chocolates, Coole Park Nature Reserve, Irish Crafts - Doolin
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