5 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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and Clonmacnoise. Get some cultural insight at Salthill Promenade and Corcomroe Abbey. Spend the 17th (Tue) among the memorable landscape of The Burren. Spend the 18th (Wed) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. There's much more to do: admire all the interesting features of Wild Atlantic Way, explore the world behind art at Galway Arts Centre, contemplate the waterfront views at Galway Bay, and delve into the distant past at Mooghaun Hill Fort.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Galway trip maker tool.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. January in Galway sees daily highs of 43°F and lows of 36°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to travel back home.