4 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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Joyce Country Sheepdogs and Riverside Walk. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Galway: Dog's Bay Beach (in Roundstone), Royal Abbey of Cong (in Cong) and O`Dalaigh Jewellers (in Clifden). Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Rathcroghan Royal Site & Visitor Centre, take in the architecture and design of University of Limerick, see where the action happens at Thomond Park Stadium, and make a trip to The Coffin Ship.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Galway day trip planner.

If you are flying in from Indonesia, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in January, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.