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.
Shark School is an all-female band who formed in Galway back in June 2023. Their track “Choose Life” features on the Netflix series House of Guinness. We caught up with the group’s frontwoman Nora Staunton about how this opportunity came about and what has been their favourite gig to date. Discover all about it right here…
A much-loved tradition on the historic Victorian estate in Connemara, Kylemore Abbey will once again host its Annual Christmas Shopping Weekend on November 15th and 16th, inviting festive shoppers to enjoy a relaxed and atmospheric start to the Christmas season.
Galway is a city shaped by the sea, its rhythms, its stories, and its soul. From the Claddagh’s proud fishing heritage to the iconic Galway Hooker boats that once ruled the waves, this two-day itinerary invites you to explore the city’s maritime legacy through museums, walking tours and boat journeys. Check it out right here…
Galway, are you ready to party? The Your Best Life Christmas Party is rocking into town, following the incredible success of the Cork and Kildare events, where over 600 women had the time of their lives! Now it’s Galway’s turn to sparkle as the ultimate festive celebration comes to the Salthill Hotel on Saturday, 15th November from 3pm to 8pm.
Galway’s Local Food and Craft Gift Fair will return to the Black Box Theatre this month, for an extended six-day run. Breaking from its two-day tradition, the event will take place across six days, beginning on Thursday, November 27th, and continuing until Tuesday, December 2nd. Discover more here…
Galway wears its creativity like a second skin. On the edge of the Wild Atlantic Way, this bohemian city doesn’t just showcase art, it lives it. Crowned European Capital of Culture in 2020 and named by Lonely Planet among the Top 20 Most Incredible Places to Visit in Ireland, Galway is a city that hums with stories, songs, and soul. Celebrated as “best for immersing yourself in Irish culture”, take this as your sign to visit Galway and immerse yourself in its arts and culture scene. Discover more here…
This two-day itinerary invites you to úsáid do chúpla focal and experience Galway city as Gaeilge. After all, beatha teanga í a labhairt – the life of a language is in the speaking! Discover it all here..
Looking for the perfect family-friendly itinerary in Galway? You’ve found it. From sandy beaches and seaside strolls to hands-on museum visits, and treetop adventures, Galway City is bursting with fun for kids and adults alike. Read our two-day itinerary for families in Galway here..
Let’s face it – a rainy day in Galway is no novelty, but an occasional downpour doesn’t have to dampen your spirits. As they say; “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes!” From shopping to gallery hopping our itinerary for rainy days in Galway delivers warm, dry versions of the city’s favourite activities. Discover it all here…
The lifestyle of a Galwegian is all about work, play and relaxation. So, if you want to live your best life in Galway, a bit of pampering is essential! Make a day of it, step away from your regular routine and treat yourself to a well-earned spa break in Galway. Here are our favourite places to do just that!
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