When you picture your dream trip to the West of Ireland, chances are you’re thinking of rugged coastlines, winding scenic roads, charming towns, and pint-filled pubs with live trad music. What you’re not dreaming about? Long queues, airport chaos, or dragging tired kids through endless terminals. That’s where Ireland West Airport comes in
Find out more →Having found your favourite spots to see on your next visit to Galway, it’s time to put the wheels in motion. Share your discoveries with your friends and family, get booking and prepare for an incredibly memorable trip.
On September 11, 2025, the debut poetry collection by Sophie Marx, The Anatomy of Melancholy, was published by London-based Olympia Publishing. Find out more and read an excerpt here…
Something of a supergroup for fans of Ireland’s underground music scene, Petrel have just released their second single and it’s a banger! Find out more and listen here…
The Galway Docklands Festival makes a vibrant return on Sunday, September 28th, from 11am to 4pm, bringing together Galway’s rich maritime heritage, local food, music, and community spirit.
The Safe & Sound initiative aims to make Ireland’s nightlife safer for customers and staff. Here are the steps they are taking to do so…
Galway’s food scene is as vibrant and diverse as the city itself, with global flavours served up on every corner. Among them, Asian cuisine shines especially bright, offering everything from steaming bowls of noodles to delicate sushi and fiery curries. Whether you’re craving a comforting spice bag, a plate of pad Thai, or an authentic Japanese experience, Galway has no shortage of incredible Asian restaurants to explore. Here’s our guide to the best Asian restaurants in Galway, each one bringing its own unique flavour, culture, and dining experience to Galway.
An inspiring fundraising event will be taking place from the 21st to 22nd of September: the “Blu to RED” charity cycle! Find out more here…
As summer’s sunny spells take their leave, that golden foliage of autumn returns colouring the streets of Galway. Below the early sunsets and crisp air has been good news and good news travels fast! If you thought Galway was buzzing during the summer then hold onto your hat because this week of autumn will give you a run for your money!
Would you look at that?! Here are the best rooms with a view in Galway because why save the stunning scenes for just the day-time adventures when you can get your fill of incredible sights from your accommodation too? There are just so many picturesque and Instagrammable sights in Galway, that it would be a shame not to be gazing at them all day and all night. Keep reading to discover the best places in Galway to book a vista like no other!
Did you know that Galway is home to a diverse array of fascinating characters? This vibrant city is full of unique personalities, and we’re giving you the chance to meet some of them. Join us as we say Howya! to some of Galway’s most interesting figures. This month, we had the pleasure of chatting with the stylish barber Brian Redmond as he shares his love for his homeplace, offers some styling advice, and let’s us in on a secret..
There’s a brilliant programme of free events taking place at Galway City Museum this Friday evening for Culture Night. Find out more here…
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