Visitor Attractions

Interesting places to visit around Galway

There is a wealth of interesting places to visit during your stay in Galway city. You’ll find some great historical attractions dedicated to a range of diverse interests throughout the city and county from mining and farming to the rich maritime and fishing industry. There are many attractions demonstrating the skills of expert craftspeople working with pottery, leather, wool, wood, precious metals to create exceptional objects from the famous Claddagh Ring to Bodhrans to Aran Sweaters and much more besides. Children are well catered for too with lots of fun attractions from Brigit’s Garden to Galway Aquarium to the Burren Nature Sanctuary in Kinvara and many more. The west of Ireland has some of the most breath-taking natural wonders to visit, particularly with the Cliffs of Moher nearby but also with the Aillwee Caves and Connemara National Park to name but a few. We’ve listed the best attractions in Galway below to help you start planning a great day out.