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.
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~Latest Galway Lifestyle & Culture News~
Galway News May 16, 2025
Gardai implementing traffic restrictions in Salthill tomorrow as up to 20,000 expected for Championship matches
Gardaí will be implementing traffic restrictions in Salthill tomorrow for the GAA double-header, Africa Day celebrations and An Tóstal Festival. Around 20,000 people are expected in Pearse Stadium for the hurling and football double-header starting in the afternoon. Throw-in for Galway v Antrim in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship is at 2:30pm and 5:00pm for […] Galway Daily …
Galway News May 2, 2025
Galway public urged to know their healthcare options this Bank Holiday weekend
HSE West and North West is advising people to be aware of their options of care this May Bank Holiday weekend. Bank holiday weekends and extended good weather can put extra pressure on the health system, and people are advised to familiarise themselves with care options available to them. Emergency departments will see higher than […] Galway Daily …
Galway News April 5, 2025
Young girl (6) dies after being hit by truck in Galway City
A six year old girl ha died following a traffic collision involving a truck in Galway City today. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a collision between a truck and a girl on a bicycle at the Headford Road shortly after midday Saturday. The collision took place at the junction of the Headford […] Galway Daily …
Galway News March 22, 2025
Galway’s Darragh Faherty Shines in Unique Abbey Theatre Performance
Darragh Faherty from Galway took part in a unique production at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre aimed at helping children access the arts. The performance, entitled The March of the Goldendoodles, highlighted the individual personalities and interests of five children who use the services at LauraLynn, Ireland’s Children’s Hospice. The collaborative initiative between LauraLynn, the Abbey Theatre, and […] Galway Daily …
Galway News March 8, 2025
City Council staff to hold protest against move to Crown Square site
Galway City Council workers will protest outside City Hall next Monday against the move to the proposed Crown Square site in Mervue. Forsa trade union has said that if the council moves to the Crown Square site, it will make it more difficult for people living in the city to access services, while also generating […] Galway Daily …
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