Galway is the capital of
the West of Ireland. The
streets and buildings of
this ancient town have
many interesting
features, and its
position on the edge of
the Gaeltacht (Irish
speaking area) makes it
the gateway to
magnificent areas such
as Connemara, Corrib
country, and the Aran
Islands. The city itself
is a continuing centre
of growth with
Galway
University, Institute of
Technology, Theatres,
Cathedral, Castle,
Galway Hotels, Docks,
Industries as well as
other interesting
attractions.
Recently, the city
centre of Galway has
been closed to traffic
in order to allow for
the enjoyment of the
city's narrow shopping
streets. Parking in
Galway is best done in
the multi-storey car
parks which are marked
on this map. if you park
on the street you will
need parking discs which
allow you park for a
certain period of time.
This time period is
street specific and is
posted at each street
junction.
Inis Mór is the biggest
of the three islands,
covering approximately
sixteen square miles.
Situated on the west
coast of Galway, about
thirty miles out in the
Atlantic Ocean, the
island offers a whole
new meaning to the word
'paradise'. Inis Mór
Ferries departs from Ros
a Mhíl (Rossaveal), a
village 20 miles west of
Galway City. The coast
road allows for fabulous
views of Co. Clare and
the Burren across the
bay and approaching
views of the Aran
Islands in the distance.
Experience walking in
the wonderful Connemara
region, stop and take in
the beauty of Ireland's
only fjord, Killary
Harbour, in the village
of Leenane County
Galway.
Galway Race Week at Ballybrit attracts much attention each year for the
fashion, fun and excitement that it creates, book your
Galway accommodation in time! Galway Oyster Festival in September is
a great festival. Galway Sessions explores the cultural links between
Ireland and Scotland. Connemara also had the International Marathon and
the Clifden Connemara Pony Show and Sales
Galway Visitor Attractions
Galway is know for its many castles and ruins and there are many to
visit, the Kylemore Abbey is set in the beautiful setting of Connemara's
rugged beauty and close to Ireland's only fjord, Killary Harbour,
Leenane, County Galway.
Galway What's On
Galway has always something happening for the tourist and local alike
from Galway Race Week at Ballybrit, to a night out in Galway at the
theatre, or a traditional music session in one of the many pubs in
Galways Eyre Square. Or for the more energetic there is walking in the
stunning Connemara mountains.
CONNEMARA NATIONAL
PARK
Situated in the
heart of the west of
Ireland in County
Galway, Connemara
National Park covers
some 2,000 hectares of
scenic mountains,
expanses of bogs and
heaths, and
grasslands. Some of
the Park's mountains,
namely Benbaun,
Bencullagh, Benbrack
and Muckanaght, are
part of the famous
Twelve Bens range.
Glanmore (meaning
large glen) forms the
centre of the Park.
DARTFIELD HORSE MUSEUM The
museum charts the history of the horse and its use from the earliest
times to the present day. But Dartfield is not just another boring
museum. There are live exhibits to delight everyone. Some of the
world's favourite breeds of horses can be seen. From some of the
biggest horses in the world - to the smallest.
GALWAY CRYSTAL HERITAGE CENTRE Provides a memorable introduction to the rich
heritage of the West of Ireland. Guided heritage tours, video, showrooms
and restaurant.
CONNEMARA GOLF CLUB The
championship links course is of the highest quality and
offers a challenge as good as any golfer is likely to
find anywhere. The greens are amongst the best in the
country, due in no small way to the professionally
trained green keepers.
SCUBADIVE WEST
Ireland's
most perfectly located dive centre. Idyllically situated on the
sheltered Killary Fjord (the only Fjord in Ireland or the UK) which
is 10 miles long with high mountains on either side and 40m depth in
the middle. Scubadive west is Ireland's all weather dive centre,
with guaranteed diving all year round.
Situated in the
heart of the west of
Ireland in County
Galway, Connemara
National Park covers
some 2,000 hectares of
scenic mountains,
expanses of bogs and
heaths, and
grasslands. Some of
the Park's mountains,
namely Benbaun,
Bencullagh, Benbrack
and Muckanaght, are
part of the famous
Twelve Bens range.
Glanmore (meaning
large glen) forms the
centre of the Park.
