14 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden and Salthill Promenade. Visit Galway Cathedral and Ashford Castle for their historical value. Explore Galway's surroundings by going to Doughmore Bay (in Doonbeg), Spanish Point Beach (in Miltown Malbay) and Liscannor (Cliffs of Moher & Burren way). Spend the 15th (Wed) among the memorable landscape of The Burren. There's lots more to do: admire all the interesting features of Wild Atlantic Way, walk around Burren National Park, steep yourself in history at Poulnabrone Dolmen, and enjoy the sand and surf at Salthill Beaches.

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If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In August, daytime highs in Galway are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.