
Galway is one of Ireland's major cities, home to around 85,910 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Galway City Museum
Galway Cathedral
Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church
Galway Cathedral
Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Day 1
Local favourites
Hooked
Delicious fresh seafood, often caught the same day. Most consistent quality.
Kirby's
Great food and service.
McCambridges
Deli food hall downstairs does take away sandwiches, upstairs cafe serves good sit-down meals. Used to be family-owned; not the same since c
Freddy's
Longest established cheap-and-cheerful place: pizza and other Italian food.
McDonagh's
Famous fish and chip shop, open since 1902. Takeaway or eat either at the communal cafe tables or in the restaurant.
McSwiggans
Big restaurant on the two floors above the bar but rightly popular and gets crowded. Gastropub with traditional fare.
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Desota House
Six rooms all en suite. No children.
Coolin House
Small B&B open Apr-Oct, has private parking.
Claremount House
Family-run B&B next to Galway Golf Club and Salthill Promenade. All rooms are en suite, great welcome and service.
Asgard Guesthouse
Pleasant B&B by lough 500 m from station. Rooms small but clean and comfy.
Almara House
Clean B&B with friendly helpful hosts.