Galway Pocket Guide

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Considered by many to be the Cultural Capital of Ireland, Galway is the place to visit to experience Irish culture at its best. The city is on the verge of the 'Gaeltacht' region, where Irish is the language of choice amongst locals, and here you'll find the Ireland you know from the postcards. Then in its pubs you can listen to traditional Irish musicians playing their 'bodhrans' and other traditional Irish instruments. It is Ireland's most vibrant city, and this is only added to by the constant flow of festivals taking place throughout the year.


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  • Cheap Eats Find out what restaurants are best value for money and what are the local specialties.
  • Don't Miss A list of the best local attractions and places worth visiting whilst in Galway.
  • Budget Tips Insider tips on how to save money or what to do when you don't have any!
  • A day in Galway... Only have one day to spare? We give you our ultimate day in Galway.

Galway City Reviews

  • 80%

    yiaiy155286

    Galway the Ireland you are Suppose to See

    Galway is near so many beautiful landscapes like the Cliffs of Moher and County Clarie. If you desire to see a different part of Ireland away from the city, Galway is a must. The town itself is small and everything is within walking distance. Galway itself (told to me by a local friend) used to be a fishing town and it has grown into the other fishing town near it, so expect the fish and chips to be delicious. The drinks are equally as impressive and for such a small town the night life great.

    Insider Tip:If you planned most of your trip in Dublin, take a tour with MacCoole Tours. They have an open return ticket included for you from Galway if you decide to stay there for a few nights. So you get a trip to Galway and the Cliffs of Moher for one price. Best fish and chips I found was at Mc Donaghs, where they give you a whole fillet instead of these small little bits. The Quays is one of the best Pubs in town with live Irish music, but you can also request songs.

  • 20%

    cathalleavy8160

    Bore of a city

    This city has to be the most overrated in europe. Its bloody awful. You'll bore yourselves to death.

    Insider Tip:Dont waste your money

  • 80%

    goldenki

    Galway city

    We liked very much this silent city. This is Irland, not Dublin. Is very strictly connected to the most beatiful site in ireland!

  • 80%

    LizHarrod5270

    The Real Irishmen

    I was only in Galway for one day and one night - took the bus to Dublin. I had heard some from the west coast claim that they were the real Irish, and I must say, there may be something to that. Be sure to take a walk along the river. There are few sights to see in Galway. So if you are only there for a day the charm is in just walking around and enjoy the culture - great food, drink and music. The church of St Nicholas is nice and the museum is actually interesting if you are into that.

    Insider Tip:No one has really gone to Galway until they've gone to the pubs. Really you can just pick any one that has trad music and lots of laughter coming from it. I picked Taaffee's and had a great time - even as a solo traveler. Also, the seafood is great. McDonagh's is right near the water. It looks abit touristy, but lots of locals eat there too simply because it is so good.

  • 80%

    lowawa

    drink!!

    head to that only road of fun, drink drink drink! go to live houses and listen to their awesome lives with a pint of guinness

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