See & Do in Galway City & County

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Things to do during your stay in Galway

Sights to see in and around Galway City
Galway City Museum, Cathedral, Taidbhdearc Theatre, Kirwans Lane, Spanish Arch, Salmon Weir Bridge, Court House and Town Hall, Nora Barnacle House, Eyre Square. The Aran Islands and take a trip to them via Aran Island Ferries, The Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, Glengowla Mines, Cruise on the River Corrib with Corrib Princess Cruises. Or take a tour with Lally Tours or O'Neachtain Tours and see a lot of sights in the one day! Or rent a car with Budget Car Rental to get around all the sights in Galway.

Festivals throughout the year in Galway city and county
The Galway Arts Festival, The Galway Races, Galway Oyster Festival, Clarinbridge Oyster Festival, Galway Music Festival, Galway Film Fleadh, Baboro - International Arts Festival for Children, Macnas, Galway Jazz Festival.

Live Entertainment throughout Galway
The Town Hall Theatre provides a 52 week programme covering all performance arts disciplines such as theatre, concerts, musicals, opera, ballet, comedy and films, something for everyone.

For the Kids
Galways Nimos Pier is transformed into an indoor skating area for the Winter months, a great family day out. Busy Bee Activity Centre provides fun-filled activities for children from 3-10 years. City Limits in Oranmore provides an emporium of indoor adventure for all ages. Turoe Pet Farm and Leisure Park offers a visitor farm, outdoor playgrounds, football pitch, indoor play area, picnic areas and coffee shops.

Beaches in Galway
Galway and its surrounding areas offer approximately 8 Blue Flag Beaches. Enjoy the wonderful sea air while strolling along the famous Salthill promenade.

Pubs in Galway
Galway is renowned for its vibrant and lively nightlife and does not disappoint when it comes to pubs. There are many pubs to choose from including those which provide traditional music every night. Or let Partypot organise a night to remember for you so all you have to do is enjoy it!

Sports in Galway
Rugby - Galway provides the home grounds for Connacht Rugby where home matches can be enjoyed during the rugby season.
At Pallas Karting you can experience the thrill of real motor racing first hand at their kart circuits.
Enjoy a round of Golf at Oughterand Golf Course located within easy driving distance of Galway City.
Greyhound Race Track - For a great night out try a night at the dogs.

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