Galway City

xzanti

I'm going to Galway this weekend (just me and the bf) and I'm looking for things to do during the day other than go to the pub.. We'll have a car so we can venture out of the city if anyone has any nice places of interest to suggest.. Thanks in advance for any info

biko

TO DO IN GALWAY CITY
Galway Market
Beside St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church. Takes place every Saturday and Sunday throughout the year.

Roisin Dubh http://www.roisindubh.net/
All the bands show up here eventually.

Taylors Hill Pitch and Putt tel: +353 91 523695
Go for a fun, yet challenging day out playing Pitch and Putt (par 3 golfing course). Open from dawn until disk, Spring to late Summer. Balls and clubs provided.

Galway Omniplex Cimena http://www.filminfo.net/index.php?pa...wantedSite=gli
Everyone's favourite pasttime besides pubs, clubs, theatre, concerts...

Galway Advertiser http://www.galwayadvertiser.ie/
The newspaper to get if your'e staying in Galway longer and want a place of your own.

Town Hall Theatre +353 91 569777
The major venue in the most vibrant city for culture in Ireland. Also runs an open/experimental performance space at 'The Black Box'

Greyhound Racing http://www.igb.ie/
Live racing every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Siamsa +353 91 755479/755888
Claddagh Hall. Starting in June and through July and August. Monday to Friday each evening 8.45pm and 10.30pm . Irish Music and Dance Spectacular Show.

TO DO IN GALWAY COUNTY
West Ireland Cycling http://www.westirelandcycling.com/
Experience the joy of cycling around the West of Ireland. From the craggy limestone landscape of the Burren, across to the timeless and enchanting Aran Islands, through to the magestic mountains and lakes of Connemara. (Connected to Europa Bicycles, Galway).

Aran Islands http://www.queenofaran2.com/
Why not begin your Aran islands experience aboard the island owned Queen of Aran II and let the crew give you a warm Aran welcome!

Pallas Karting http://www.pallaskarting.com/
Europe's largest karting centre. 1.5km tarmac track, 11 meters wide. Also a separate 500m beginners/family track. RIAC approved. 13hp single engine karts. Located 40 minutes drive from Galway city.

Galway Bay Sea Tours http://www.galwaybayseatours.com/
Tailor made sea cruises visiting the picturesque coastal villages along Galway Bay for up to 35 passengers. Deep Sea angling carrying 12 passengers 30 miles off shore, all tackle provided.

John Ryan Deep Sea Angling +353 95 21069
Deep Sea Angling on a 16m luxury boat. Boat charter per day: €500 Fishing: 10.00-18.00 hours @ €20 per person per day. Contact: Mr John Ryan.

Connemara Walking & Cycling Centre http://www.walkingireland.com
Operates a series of daily walks, programmes, Connemara Four Seasons' Walking Festivals and Self-Guided Walking Packages. Based in the village of Clifden, 50 miles from Galway City.

The Killary Adventure http://www.killary.com/
Killary Tours organises guided and self-guided active vacations, cycling, hiking, walking, sea-kayaking, horse-riding, diving and also a cultural celtic eperience tour. Based in Connemara, County Galway.

Dartfield Horsepark And Museum http://www.dartfieldhorsemuseum.com
The museum charts the history of the horse and its contribution to society from the earliest times to the present day. Museum, Cafe and Gift Shop - 19,000 sq. ft. of indoor facilities. Horse riding and carriage rides available. The 350-acre parkland can be explored on foot or on horseback, and also by horsedrawn carriage. Open daily, all year.

Rockmount Riding Centre +353 91 798147
Four miles from Galway city centre, Rockmount Centre has a large indoor arena as well as outdoor facilities where you can take part in trekking, hacking, fieldwork.

Gaelic Football and Hurling
Matches are played Sundays at Pearse Stadium, in Salthill, aprox 20 mins walk from city center.

tmalmb

If you have time and the weather is nice, take the boat to the Aran Islands

If you've less time and the weather is not to bad, take a spin to Connemara. Walk up Diamond Hill (no to difficult and lovely if the weather is good: http://www.irelandadventures.com/activity.php?id=537).

If you just fancy a spin, take the coast road and check out the wonders of Connemara.

renmorescout

I did Diamond Hill last weekend and really enjoyed it. It is a good climb, but my 7 year old daughter made it, so.....!! I think it is 440 meters high and about 5km long. Problem is the 120 mile round trip from Galway. If this is too long, you can always walk the prom and kick the wall !!

xzanti

Thanks for all that Yeah I might take a trip out to the Aran Islands alright, Greyhounds look like a good option for one of the nights out... Thanks guys

Judging by Meteireann.ie the weather isn't to be too good so I won't get my hopes up about hillwalking just yet, but sure you never know...