County Galway Travel Guide

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A museum exhibit with glass display cases containing historical artifacts and black-and-white photographs.
A rural landscape with rolling green fields, a winding road, and a large cloud formation over the sea.
A crowded street with various shops and restaurants, including McDonald's and Gemelle's restaurant.
A calm river with boats, a beer tent, and a historic church with a green dome.
A bustling street with people walking, various shops, and signs for The Front Door and Guinness.

Popular cities in County Galway

A castle on a grassy hill overlooking a calm lake.
Galway
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Tours
Come to Galway and enjoy its live music, entertainment and bars.

Reasons to visit

  • Eyre Square
  • Quay Street
  • University of Galway
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A green boat docked at a harbor with colorful buildings in the background.
Kinvara
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Small town
Explore quaint Kinvara: its dining, castle, sightseeing and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Dunguaire Castle
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A coastal road winding through grassy hills with a view of the sea and distant land.
Clifden
Known for Historical, Castle and Scenery
Quaint Clifden is calling! Discover its castle, history, bars and more.
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A historic stone tower by a calm river with a cloudy sky.
Oranmore
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Family-friendly
Like dining? Get away to romantic Oranmore!
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Glinsk
Glinsk
Head to Whitehillock Lough and White Lough—just two of the sights around Glinsk.
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A beach with clear blue water, a rocky outcrop, and a small house on the shore.
Inishmore
Known for Islands, Sea and Biking
Quaint Inishmore is calling! Discover its island views, history, opera and more.
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Stay near popular County Galway attractions

A modern sculpture with water jets in a public square, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.

Eyre Square

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Learn about the local history of Galway when you take a trip to Eyre Square. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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