Claregalway Things to Do

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

Sally Long's is best described as Galway's only authentic hard rock pub. The exterior is embellished with a life-sized mural of past and present guitar idols. The interior is dark with a somewhat gothic feel. If live rock gigs... more

Clonboo is a popular riding school in the heart of the countryside. High safety standards are maintained and tuition is generally available. A session at the school is ideal for both the novice or the more experienced rider, wi... more

Central Park will remind the visitor of what clubs used to be like ten years ago. DJs generally play a relentless selection of mainstream music throughout the week and at weekends. The perennial slow-dance set will remind you o... more

In the heart of the scenic Claregalway countryside is this well-equipped riding centre, only four miles from Galway's city centre. The centre has a large indoor arena where the novice can receive tuition; the more capable rider... more

Just a few miles outside Galway's city centre is this picturesque equestrian centre. The excellent views of Galway Bay, Aran Islands and the Clare Hills add to an enjoyable day out. The rider can avail of a range of activities,... more

Galway's own Never-Never Land is a lively, action packed play park just outside the city center. It is supervised at all times and contains three play areas: a tiny tot play area for the under fives, Junior Adventure Land for f... more

Monroe's is a vibrant yet traditional pub in the very center of Galway, providing a great place to mingle. This is one of the best venues for music and craic, with live traditional music nightly. There is also set dancing on se... 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

Salthill Promenade is perhaps two miles long from one end to the other, all of it overlooking Galway Bay. A nifty 50's diving platform is open year-round; however, swimming is not recommended in this part of the bay. A great pl... more