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.
In the world of cocktail making, few possess the alchemy required to elevate the craft into an art form. Markus Galuschin, a mixologist with two decades of experience, is one such figure whose name has become synonymous with innovation and authenticity.
Buy an authentic Irish Claddagh Ring in the place where it all started – Galway! The Claddagh Ring is one of Ireland’s most iconic and meaningful symbols, representing love, loyalty, and friendship through its timeless design of two hands clasping a crowned heart. Whether worn to show commitment or independence, the Claddagh Ring continues to charm people around the world. Discover where to get yours here…
Gaillimh le Gaeilge is delighted to announce the 15 businesses and organizations that have been selected as finalists for Galway’s prestigious bilingual business award. Discover the businesses striving to keep the Irish language alive in Galway…
Galway’s Titans Basketball Club is launching a game-changing initiative – the Titans 300 Club – and you’re invited to be part of it! Find out more here…
If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting a place where the charm of Irish hospitality meets breathtaking landscapes, Inis Mór—the largest of the Aran Islands—should top your travel list. Whether you’re planning a day trip or an immersive island getaway, our curated guide will ensure that you experience the best of Inis Mór. Discover it here..
Discover Inis Meáin (Inishmaan), a stronghold of Irish heritage and history on the West Coast of Ireland. Inis Meáin is the middle of the three Aran Islands. While it has the smallest population of the three isles, it is saturated with incredible folklore, stories, and sights. Inis Meáin is predominantly Irish speaking, like the other Aran Islands, Inis Mór and Inis Oírr. The island is home to incredible ruins saturated in the history of Galway and Inis Meáin. Literary enthusiasts will delight in visiting J.M. Synge’s Cottage where the Irish playwright spent every summer from 1898 to 1902. No matter the season, Inis Meáin is a must-visit destination in Galway. Read our guide to Inis Meáin below to discover the best sights to see, where to eat and drink and what to explore!
For Elizabeth Hunt, persistence is the essential element of the creative endeavours she so adamantly pours her heart into. As a visual artist, Liz has a keen ability to reshape the ordinary -and sometimes banal moments- we encounter, into fantastical, feminine dreamscapes that penetrate the psyche. Working tirelessly across multiple mediums to create enchanting and eye-catching artwork, we’ve chosen Liz to receive the This is Galway Award as a part of Outset Gallery’s 2024 OXO Exhibition.
Just a short scenic drive from Galway city, along the Wild Atlantic Way, are a trio of enchanting Gaeltacht villages—Barna, Spiddal, and Furbo. These coastal destinations are famous for their picturesque views of Galway Bay, friendly locals and wonderful dining spots. So why not simply head off on a day trip from the city and discover it all for yourself?!
Just beyond the red gates of the Walled Garden at Coole Park stands a 200-year-old beech tree. The wind blows through the branches, animating the leaves. The canopy of the tree bends down and encloses visitors underneath, ushering them into this sacred tent of story and reflection. Etched on the soft bark of the magnificent copper beech are over a dozen signatures; some from artists and political figures, others from prominent Irish literary giants.
This legendary Irish wake show, Bright Colours Only has toured from Belfast to Brazil in a hearse! Now, An Taibhdhearc presents the premiere of its translation into Irish! Find out more here…
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