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Things to do in Galway

Wander the Latin Quarter and Spanish Arch, walk Salthill Promenade on Galway Bay, and drive out to the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher.

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Nature

Cliffs of Moher

Atlantic sea cliffs in County Clare with a visitor center, paved paths and O'Brien's Tower.Entry: Book online for the best priceSearch tickets and tours on Tiqets
Nature

Doolin Cave, Doolin

A guided cave tour 125 steps underground to the Great Stalactite, the largest free-hanging one in Europe.Entry: Book a tour timeSearch tickets and tours on Tiqets
Church

Galway Cathedral

The last great stone cathedral built in Europe, by the River Corrib, dedicated in 1965.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on Tiqets
Museum

Galway City Museum

Free museum of Galway history and the sea, beside the Spanish Arch at the mouth of the Corrib.Entry: Free to visit. Closed MondaysSearch tours on Tiqets
Food

Gus O'Connor's Pub, Doolin

One of the best-known pubs in Ireland, serving seafood and hosting traditional music most nights.Entry: Pay as you go
Food

Latin Quarter

Galway's old center around Shop Street, between the Spanish Arch and St Nicholas' Church, full of pubs and cafes.Entry: Pay as you go
Ruins

Poulnabrone Dolmen, Burren

The oldest dated megalithic monument in Ireland, a Neolithic portal tomb on the Burren limestone.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on Tiqets
Beach

Salthill Promenade

The seaside promenade along Galway Bay, where walkers traditionally kick the wall at the far end.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on Tiqets
Food

West End

The streets across the Corrib from the Latin Quarter, known for pubs with nightly traditional music.Entry: Pay as you go