Things to do while you're here!
Sights to see in Galway City –
Galway City Museum, Cathedral, Taidbhdearc Theatre, Kirwans Lane, Spanish Arch, Salmon Weir Bridge, Court House and Town Hall, Nora Barnacle House, Eyre Square
Sights to see outside Galway City
The Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, Glengowla Mines.
Festivals throughout the year
The Galway Arts Festival, The Galway Races, Galway Oyster Festival, Clarinbridge Oyster Festival, Galway Music Festival, Galway Film Fleadh, Baboro – International Arts Festival for Children, Macnas, Galway Jazz Festival.
Eating Out
Galway provides an array of fantastic restaurants with something to suit everyone.
Live entertainment
The Town Hall Theatre provides a 52 week programme covering all performance arts disciplines such as theatre, concerts, musicals, opera, ballet, comedy and films, something for everyone.
For the Kids
Galways Nimos Pier is transformed into an indoor skating area for the Winter months, a great family day out. Busy Bees Activity Centre provides fun-filled activities for children from 3-10 years. City Limits in Oranmore provides an emporium of indoor adventure for all ages. Turoe Pet Farm and Leisure Park offers a visitor farm, outdoor playgrounds, football pitch, indoor play area, picnic areas and coffee shops.
The Aran Islands
Cruise, Sail or fly to one or all three of the beautiful Aran Islands.
Beaches
Galway and its surrounding areas offer approximately 8 Blue Flag Beaches. Enjoy the wonderful sea air while strolling along the famous Salthill promenade.
Pubs
Galway is renowned for its vibrant and lively nightlife and does not disappoint when it comes to pubs. There are many pubs to choose from including those which provide traditional music every night.
Sporting Events
The Volvo Ocean Race, Galway Stopover Festival will take place in Galway City from the 23rd of May – 6TH June 2009 where Galway Docks will be transformed to welcome participating fleets and visitors to the City.
Rugby – Galway provides the home grounds for Connacht Rugby where home matches can be enjoyed during the rugby season.
Greyhound Race Track – For a great night out try a night at the dogs.
