6 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.

Get outdoors at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre and Hillwalk Tours. Visit Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and Ashford Castle for their historical value. Get out of town with these interesting Galway side-trips: Cliffs of Moher (in Liscannor), Sky Road (in Clifden) and Lahinch Beach (in Lahinch). Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Salthill Beaches, delve into the distant past at Belleek Castle Museum, stroll through Fanore Beach, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Corcomroe Abbey.

To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Galway travel planning tool.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In March, daily temperatures in Galway can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can travel back home.