Galway Things to Do

Freeney's is popular with thespians and theatergoers alike because of its proximity to the Druid and Taibhdhearc theaters. However, the crowd is mixed, and includes a loyal core of regulars. Freeney's is a comfortable pub which... more

Galway United Football Club are a semi-professional club. When they were founded at the turn of the century they were known as Galway Rovers. They play against other semi-professional and professional teams in the FAI Harp Larg... more

Possibly the most impressive building in Galway, this was the last great stone cathedral constructed in Western Europe. The Cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and overlooks the Salmon Weir Bridge. The Renais... more

Located just 3 kilometres from Galway, this is a family-run horse-riding center with pastureland to the front and great views over Galway Bay. The Rusheen Riding Center itself is on fifty acres of ground on the main scenic thor... more

The Warwick nightclub is situated in a barn-like hall in the hotel of the same name. The "Acoustic Room" is an adjoining, slightly smaller room with booth seating. The Warwick consistently plays boogie-friendly music, with ABBA... more

Black Box is a hidden gem in Galway. Primarily a theatre, it is a great venue for catching well-directed plays and performances by talented actors. Apart from classics, contemporary productions and comedies are also staged her... more

The Bold Art Gallery in Galway is a sprawling colorful art space, which houses the works of 100s of Irish artistes with diverse styles, ranging from contemporary to abstract to the good old still life! The well trained staff ha... more

Dating from 1845 and built as a resting place for train travelers, this handsome five-story hotel is the grande dame of Galway. In the heart of the city, overlooking Eyre Square, its location couldn't be more central --... more

Antiquated arches and other buildings in this riverside area were acquired by Galway Corporation, the central administrative body for the region and renovated to form the Galway City Museum. Enter the museum through the Ardfry... more

Galway's only aquarium has been a great success with the public, especially with children. Indigenous fresh and seawater species can be seen in re-created habitats. Through the reinforced glass you can watch a variety of sea li... more