Explore our What’s on in Galway website for idea’s on things to do and places to visit in Galway including Restaurants, Shops, Pubs, Sightseeing, where to stay Hotels & other Accommodation.
Also look at our business directory for various business listings including trades people you may require for the Galway area.
Attractions and Places to Visit in Galway
Dunguaire Castle is a 16th century tower house sitting on Galway Bay’s rocky shores. It’s open to explore during the day, or you can catch a medieval-themed show there at night. Check out a local church or cathedral like St. Nicholas’s or Galway Cathedral, and explore the city’s history at Galway City Museum
Places to Stay in Galway
Galway City is a bustling city with excellent hotels, guest houses, bed & breakfasts, and self-catering. It is steeped in history and heritage, while areas such as Clifden, Connemara and the Aran Islands provide a stunning natural beauty that is unmatched.
Sports and Activities
Sports in Galway are very diverse, with a history ranging from horse racing, Gaelic football and hurling, soccer and rugby. to rowing, motorsport, and greyhound racing. The Galway Races are known worldwide and are the highlight of the Irish horse racing calendar.
ZUMBA fitness is an enjoyable, easy to follow, energising and calorie burning exercise to music for all ages, which is fun and easy to do. Join the fun and fitness any time.
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~Food and Drinks in Galway~
Make sure to discover Galway’s diverse neighbourhoods, from tranquil suburbs to central areas full of shopping, entertainment and dining options. Galway’s burgeoning eat and drink scene offers a wide choice of options in price, cuisine and atmosphere, with its most exciting offerings balancing a reverence for provenance, with a spirit of experimentation.
Throughout the year there’s a party atmosphere that gives this place a special edge. It’s no wonder people pour into the hopping bars, traditional pubs and fantastic restaurants every weekend.
Food and Drinks in Galway
From fine dining and afternoon tea to pop-up markets and humble street food, Galway is packed with options to suit any mood offering any and every cuisine you can think of.
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Bierhaus is a friendly craft beer pub serving all sorts of beers and some properly deadly cocktails. Bierhaus boasts one of the best atmospheres of the city.
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Owned by Enda McEvoy, former head chef at Aniar, the twice Michelin-starred Loam is imbued with a deep respect for provenance. The majority of vegetables come from one farm.
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~Shopping, Health & Wellbeing in Galway~
Make sure to discover Galway’s diverse neighbourhoods, from tranquil suburbs to central areas full of shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Shopping & Fashion in Galway
Galway has independent shops dotted throughout the city, though there are some streets with more shops than others. There are also a number of specialist shops, including jewellers, art galleries, toy stores, antiques dealers and seaside gift shops, as well as countless boutiques.
Health & Wellbeing in Galway
Unwind in luxurious treatment rooms in a choice of beautiful and professional salons around Galway. Manicures, Pedicures, Facials, Waxing, Consultations, Massages and more are offered in Galway’s best beauty salons.
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Established in 2001 in Galway City Centre, The Galmont is one of Ireland’s finest 4 star hotels located along the world famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way’.

Galway Bird Watching in County Galway offers tours which can be for one hour, a half day or full day, with the potential of seeing 40 to 60 species of birds in a full day's tour.

Spirit One Spa Galway is an urban retreat nestled underground. Allow yourself to be cocooned in our large relaxation area, relinquish yourself to our state of the art thermal facilities and enjoy luxurious treatments.
~Things to do in Galway. Activities and Family Activities in Galway~
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~Latest Galway Lifestyle & Culture News~
Galway News June 7, 2023
People in Galway urged to conserve water amid dry spell
People in Galway are being urged to be mindful of how much water they use amidst the recent dry spell and warm weather. The current weather has seen demand for water across the county increase significantly leading to production issues at water treatment plants. Eoin Hughes with Uisce Eireann said that extended periods of dry […] Galway Daily …
Galway News May 27, 2023
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Road Traffic Collision outside Craughwell
Gardai investigations are ongoing following a serious road traffic collision outside Craughwell this afternoon. Emergency services attended the scene of a collision between a car and a motorcycle on the N6 on the Galway side of Craughwell this afternoon at approximately 3pm. A male motorcyclist was seriously injured and removed from the scene to University […] Galway Bay FM …
Galway News May 24, 2023
TG4 looking for new weather and continuity presenters
TG4 is looking for new weather and continuity presenters who will be based at the station’s Conamara headquarters. The new recruits’ duties will include preparing and presenting daily weather segments, drafting scripts, doing voice overs on some TG4 promos, and monitoring their social media platforms. On occasion the presenter may also be asked to represent […] Galway Daily …
Galway News May 14, 2023
Win with Turoe Pet Farm
Win with Turoe Pet Farm To celebrate 30 years in business Turoe Pet Farm & Leisure Park are giving away 2 family passes for 2 adults and 2 children on Mollie in the Morning every day this week.On Friday one of our daily winners will get their prize upgraded to an Annual Membership for Turoe […] Galway Bay FM …
Galway News May 10, 2023
University of Galway celebrates European tech awards for 3 graduates
Three University of Galway graduates will be awarded for the impact of their start-up companies this week at the MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 Europe festival. The celebration of young European innovators takes place in Gaoth Dobhair in Donegal, on May 11 and 12. Each of the three Galway-based innovators co-founded medtech and health […] Galway Daily …
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