Galway Tours and Activities
Explore Galway's lively streets and immerse yourself in local culture. Wander through the Latin Quarter, stopping for a traditional Irish coffee. Consider browsing or booking activities that showcase the charm of this coastal city.The best Galway tour packages
Galway captivates with its historic sites like Eyre Square and the Spanish Arch. Engage in the café culture while sampling fresh goods at the Galway Market.
8 hours
4.91 (2923)
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
$59.21
10 hours
4.8 (2500)
Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip
$88.82
8.3 hours
4.85 (1864)
Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway
$65.13
10.5 hours
4.88 (1660)
Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour
$94.74
7.5 hours
4.78 (1036)
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
$59.21
8 hours
4.73 (990)
Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway
$47.37
7 hours
4.9 (720)
12:00 Cliffs of Moher Tour
$65.13
2 hours
4.92 (638)
Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
$30.2
2.5 hours
4.91 (588)
Galway Food Tours
$106.58
9 hours
4.79 (556)
From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop at Connemara National Pk.
$59.21
8 hours
4.81 (526)
Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Tour with a 2 hour stop at Cliffs
$59.21
1.3 hours
4.88 (411)
The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
$17.76
2 hours
4.95 (347)
Trad on the Prom - Ireland's #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience
$41.45
8.8 hours
4.88 (371)
Small Group - Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Galway
$140.92
4 hours
4.98 (320)
Cliffs Of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin - Small Group
$40.26
1 hour
4.96 (285)
Micil Distillery Experience 2 - Gin, Poitín and Whiskey
$29.61
8.5 hours
4.53 (418)
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks
$71.05
5 hours
4.97 (216)
Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea & Scones - Day Trip to Inisheer from Doolin
$148.03
2.5 hours
4.75 (275)
Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City
$82.89
8 hours
4.96 (207)
Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour
$680.92
5.3 hours
4.59 (312)
Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway
$53.29
1.3 hours
4.87 (218)
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
$17.17
2 hours
4.95 (190)
Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread
$79.34
3 hours
4.89 (196)
Electric Bike Tour of Galway City with Expert Local Guide
$76.97
1.5 hours
4.77 (195)
The Dark History Tour of Galway City
$23.68
7.5 hours
4.75 (178)
Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour
$53.29
9 hours
4.78 (167)
From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
$59.21
1 to 3 days
4.85 (137)
Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.
$129.08
7.5 hours
4.92 (118)
Small Group Aughnanure Castle, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour
$117.24
4.2 (242)
From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher and Galway Full-Day Tour
$78.99
9 hours
4.99 (98)
Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea and Scones from Galway
$177.63
4.3 (204)
From Galway: Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands Full-Day Tour
$87.12
1.5 hours
4.9 (92)
Galway City Walking Tour
$23.68
8 hours
4.71 (110)
Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Wild Atlantic Way day tour from Galway city
$84.95
3 hours
4.93 (88)
Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer. Clare. Guided. 3 hours.
$46.18
9 hours
4.99 (73)
Cliffs of Moher Hiking Tour from Galway - Small Group
$105.39
1 hour
4.86 (77)
Walking Tour of The Quiet Man Film Locations in Cong
8.5 hours
5 (66)
Discover Connemara Tour by Electric Fat Tyre Bike
$230.92
1.5 hours
4.98 (64)
Free Tour: Walk Galway's Story
$17.76
50 minutes
4.54 (96)
Guided Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite
$27.73
3 hours
4.98 (62)
Burren Guided Walk
$24.3
4.3 (116)
From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, and Galway Full-Day Tour
$87.12
4.4 (102)
From Galway: Cliffs of Moher Half-Day Tour
$52.27
1.5 hours
4.93 (61)
Galway Celtic Mythology Tour
$24.87
1.5 hours
4.95 (60)
Small-Group Walking Tour of Galway
$35.53
3 hours
4.9 (61)
Tour & Taste Galway Food Tour
$112.5
2.5 hours
4.96 (57)
Galway Private Walking Tour
$159.87
4.3 (100)
From Galway: Small-Group Cliffs, Aran Islands & Connemara Full-Day Tour with Hotel Pick-Up
$138.22
1 hour
4.01 (135)
City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
$24.87
1 to 3 days
4.68 (65)
Cliffs of Moher, Aran Island & Burren tour from Galway. Guided.
$126.71
Attractions in Galway
- Spanish Arch: A historic landmark offering stunning river views.
- Aran Islands Boat Tour: Discover breathtaking landscapes on guided boat excursions.
- Galway Market: Experience local produce and artisan crafts in a vibrant setting.
- The Claddagh: Explore this iconic village famed for its history.
- Food Workshop: Learn to cook traditional dishes with local chefs.
Most popular destinations close to Galway
Westport
Clifden
Sligo
Liscannor
Day trips in Galway
Connemara
- Duration: full-day loop
- Highlights: Dramatic landscapes, stunning coastal views
- Best for: Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Cliffs of Moher
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Highlights: Breathtaking sea cliffs, scenic walking paths
- Best for: Sightseers and photographers
Aran Islands
- Duration: 1 hour by ferry
- Highlights: Unique culture, rugged scenery, ancient sites
- Best for: Adventure seekers and history buffs
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Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour
$680.92
6 hours
5 (34)
Private Cliffs of Moher Tour Small Group from Galway, Ireland
$769.73
7 hours
5 (32)
Full Day Private Tour to Ireland
$769.73
8 hours
5 (26)
Personal Private Driver
$704.6
5 hours
5 (24)
Private Half Day Tour To Connemara
$592.1
8 hours
4.91 (23)
Private Connemara Day Tour
$680.92
8 hours
4.95 (22)
Minibus hire galway Ireland
$811.18
8 hours
5 (19)
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Doolough Valley Full Day Private Tour from Galway
$710.52
8 hours
5 (16)
Chauffeur Tours from Galway
$789.47
8 hours
5 (15)
The Burren and Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Galway
$674.99
7 hours
4.69 (16)
Cliffs of Moher and Burren Private Tour from Galway
$769.73
8 hours
5 (8)
Private Driver Service
$789.86
8 hours
5 (7)
Cliffs Of Moher from Galway Private Tour
$710.52
9 hours
5 (6)
Private Connemara Day Tour
$680.92
8 hours
5 (6)
Connemara Sheep Farm experience & Kylemore Abbey by Lux Limousine
$888.15
7 hours
4.67 (6)
Cliffs of Moher and Burren Private Tour from Galway
$698.68
8.3 hours
5 (5)
Private Limousine hire Cliffs of Moher Day Tour
$888.15
7 hours
5 (5)
Tullamore Distillery, Athlone and Clonmacnoise from Galway
$817.1
8 hours
5 (3)
Cliffs Of Moher from Galway - Full Day Tour
$769.73
9 hours
5 (3)
Private Experience Journey Through Ireland’s Heart
$561.31
7 hours
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Cliffs of Moher & Sheepdog Demonstrations from Galway
$710.52
7 hours
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Sean's Bar, Athlone Castle and Clonmacnoise Monastery
$710.52
8 hours
5 (2)
Private Connemara and Cong Day Tour with Kylemore Abbey
$710.52
9 hours
5 (2)
Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway. Private guided.
$1549.63
8 hours
5 (2)
Wild Brown Trout fishing. Lough Corrib. French speaking Ghillie/Guide. Full day.
$732.25
8 hours
5 (2)
Private transfer between Galway & Killarney via Cliffs of Moher
$976.97
9 hours
4.5 (2)
Private Day Tour from Galway to the Burren & The Cliffs of Moher
$1124.99
8 hours
5 (1)
Private Guided Day Tour Cliffs of Moher and Burren National Park
$698.68
8 hours
5 (1)
Connemara’s Historic Gems: A Private Cultural Journey from Galway
$561.31
8 hours
5 (1)
Galway to Cork via Cliffs of Moher Premium Car Service
$947.36
5 hours
5 (1)
Glaway To Dingle Private MPV Transfer
$1480.25
5 hours
5 (1)
Connemara Pub Tour from Galway City. Co Galway. Guided. Half Day.
$1798.8
6 hours
5 (1)
Bunratty Castle, Folk Park, Craggaunowen & Quinn Abbey Private Tour from Galway
$651.31
8 hours
5 (1)
Cliffs of Moher from Ashford Castle Private Tour
$769.73
7 hours
5 (1)
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, Sky Road Private Tour from Galway.
$769.73
8 hours
5 (1)
Bunratty Castle / Cliffs of Moher Experience
$651.31
8 hours
5 (1)
Cliffs of Moher Private Day Tour from Galway
$799.34
7 hours
5 (1)
Kylemore Abbey, Connemara and Sky Road Private Tour from Galway
$769.73
8 hours
5 (1)
Connemara & Inishturk Island wildlife watching cruise. Private guided Full-day
$1868.67
8 hours
5 (1)
Galway To Cliffs of Moher & Burren Private Tour
$1421.04
6 hours
5 (1)
Private Kylemore Abbey Express
$568.42
9 hours
5 (1)
Bridges of Ross, Loop Head, Kilkee & Cliffs of Moher from Galway
$1065.78
8 hours
5 (1)
Taxi Tour of Connemara
$639.47
7 hours
5 (1)
Kylemore Abbey, Sky Road & Aughnanure Private Tour from Galway
$651.31
10 hours
5 (1)
Kylemore Abbey, Connemara and Sky Road Private Tour from Galway
$1006.57
8 hours
5 (1)
Knock Shrine: Pilgrim’s Day Out From Galway
$639.47
5 hours
4 (1)
Galway To Killarney Private MPV Transfer
$1717.09
Galway Expert Travel Tips
- Use a visitor app like ‘Discover Galway’ for guidance.
- Bring cash € for street vendors and local markets.
- Try to engage with locals for authentic experiences.
- Dress in layers: weather can change unexpectedly.
- Plan your visits around local festivals for added excitement.
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Best time to visit Galway
Spring 2025
Spring brings mild weather and the Galway Food Festival, where you can savor local delicacies.
Summer 2025
Enjoy pleasant temperatures perfect for festivals like the Galway International Arts Festival filled with performances and art.
Autumn 2025
As leaves change colors, enjoy the Galway Jazz Festival featuring vibrant music across the city.
Winter 2025
Winter's brisk air sets the stage for festive markets and cozy pub gatherings during December.
FAQs
Do I need to book activities in advance?
Yes, booking activities in advance is recommended, especially during peak tourist seasons. Some tours fill up quickly.
Is it easy to get around Galway?
Getting around Galway is easy on foot. Public transport and bicycle rentals are available for longer distances.
What is the best way to experience local culture?
Participating in festivals and visiting markets are excellent ways to experience Galway's vibrant local culture directly.
How much does it cost to visit attractions?
Entrance fees vary; expect around €10 per person for many museums and attractions, while some may be free.
Can I find vegetarian options at local restaurants?
Yes, many restaurants offer vegetarian dishes. Check menus at local eateries or ask staff for recommendations.