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.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Burren National Park and Royal Abbey of Cong. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Ashford Castle and Poulnabrone Dolmen. Change things up with these side-trips from Galway: Burren Birds of Prey Centre (in Ballyvaughan) and Killary Fjord (in Leenane). There's still lots to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Galway Bay and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Croagh Patrick.

To see reviews, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Galway trip planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In August, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can travel back home.