10 TOP Things to Do in County Galway October 2026

A museum exhibit with glass display cases containing historical artifacts and black-and-white photographs.

A rural landscape with rolling green fields, a winding road, and a large cloud formation over the sea.

A crowded street with various shops and restaurants, including McDonald's and Gemelle's restaurant.

A calm river with boats, a beer tent, and a historic church with a green dome.

A bustling street with people walking, various shops, and signs for The Front Door and Guinness.

Activities

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

NZ$129

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

NZ$168

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

NZ$129

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour

NZ$109

per adult

Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

NZ$30

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

NZ$79

per adult

Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite

NZ$51

per adult

From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey

NZ$99

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

NZ$109

per adult

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A modern sculpture with water jets in a public square, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.

Eyre Square

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Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

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A waterfront with historic buildings and a stone wall.

Galway City Centre

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.

Latin Quarter

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.

A row of colorful houses by a calm body of water under a partly cloudy sky.

Claddagh

Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a large body of water, green fields, and residential areas.

Renmore

While visiting Renmore, you might make a stop by sights like Lough Atalia and Galway Bay.

A coastal cityscape at dusk with a large body of water in the foreground and a densely populated urban area in the background.

Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Galway Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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