31 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.

You'll get in some beach time at Lahinch Beach and Dog's Bay Beach. Discover out-of-the-way places like Foynes Flying Boat Museum and Burren Perfumery. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Galway: Bunratty (The Lawrence Collection & Bunratty Castle & Folk Park), Dromoland Castle (in Newmarket-on-Fergus) and Westport (Derryaun Crafts & The Great Western Greenway). Spend the 2nd (Thu) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. Spend the 11th (Sat) among the memorable landscape of The Burren. There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Ashford Castle, get answers to all your questions at Derryglad Folk and Heritage Museum, explore the ancient world of Rathcroghan Royal Site & Visitor Centre, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Salthill Promenade.

For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Galway trip itinerary maker website.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In March in Galway, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 2°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) so you can travel back home.