Meet The Locals - This is Galway

Meet the locals

What I wish I’d known

before moving to Galway

To give you the most reliable advice and recommendations, we asked the people who know Galway best for their help on how to make it in the city of tribes. Discover what the locals have to say about Galway right here!


Meet the locals

This is Galway is all about celebrating everything that makes Galway city and county so
special. From its lively streets and stunning coastline to the people who call it home, Galway
has a character like no other. Through its food, culture, hospitality, retail, and tourism sectors,
let us introduce you to the local businesses, creatives, and community figures who help make
Galway the jewel of the West of Ireland.

The Table is Set for the Next Chapter: Gourmet Food Parlour Turns Twenty

The Table is Set for the Next Chapter: Gourmet Food Parlour Turns Twenty

As Gourmet Food Parlour gets ready to celebrate two decades in business in 2026, there’s a real sense of pride and plenty to celebrate.

Summer in Galway Begins with Tiny Traders

Summer in Galway Begins with Tiny Traders

With a new season of market days on the horizon, we caught up with some of Tiny Traders. Check out our conversation here...

Aztec Hair Co is Where Galway Goes for Good Vibes and Great Hair

Aztec Hair Co is Where Galway Goes for Good Vibes and Great Hair

In the buzzing hub of Liosban, Aztec Hair Co is the kind of place you visit for a trim and leave embodying your best self. Learn more here..

The Stunning Set to Ignite Momentum Festival’s Opening Night this May Bank Holiday Weekend

The Stunning Set to Ignite Momentum Festival’s Opening Night this May Bank Holiday Weekend

Irish rock legends The Stunning are back, and they’re helping to bring something special to Oranmore this May with Momentum Festival.

Endless Reasons to Visit Mary Mullens in Galway

Endless Reasons to Visit Mary Mullens in Galway

As one of the most dynamic spaces near Eyre Square, Mary Mullens combines great food, lively entertainment and standout hospitality...

Connacht Rugby – It Takes a Clan to Raise a Province

Connacht Rugby – It Takes a Clan to Raise a Province

Join us in catching up with Connacht Rugby's Dylan Tierney-Martin and Cáolin Blade after the opening of the New Clan Stand at Dexcom Stadium.


A Hidden Gem with a Story Woven in Colour, Culture, & Care

When you step inside Emerald & Wax, the newly opened boutique on Dominick Street Lower by designer Virtue Shine, you’re immediately wrapped in warmth and not just from the rich textiles and radiant colours that fill the space, but from Virtue herself.

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Dive into stories that bring the history of Galway to life


From medieval streets and busy market towns to quiet rural communities, these articles explore the places and moments that shaped Galway city and county. Discover the rich and fascinating history of the west of Ireland below.

10 pieces of Irish History in Galway City

10 pieces of Irish History in Galway City

Galway is more than just a pretty face and here’s where to go to discover more about its colourful history.

85 Years of Stories, Art, and Authors at Kennys Bookshop

85 Years of Stories, Art, and Authors at Kennys Bookshop

As Kennys Bookshop turns 85 on November 29th, it’s a celebration of family, literature, and community in the heart of Galway.

The Soul Songs of the Claddagh Swans

The Soul Songs of the Claddagh Swans

The Claddagh swans have complimented Galway for hundreds of years. But how did they get here? Discover more here...

Discover The Living Bog of Mountbellew: Ireland’s Rainforest

Discover The Living Bog of Mountbellew: Ireland’s Rainforest

Tucked away in the heart of East Galway, The Living Bog in Mountbellew is one of Ireland’s best-kept natural secrets. Find out more..

The Autograph Tree in Coole Park Galway

The Autograph Tree in Coole Park Galway

Discover the story being the iconic Autograph Tree in Coole Park, Galway. This magnificent tree is saturated with story.

Visit Some of East Galway’s Hidden Gems: Brackloon Castle & The Irish Workhouse Centre

Visit Some of East Galway’s Hidden Gems: Brackloon Castle & The Irish Workhouse Centre

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of East Galway lie two remarkable treasures: Brackloon Castle and the Irish Workhouse Centre...


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