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The Top 20 Attractions in Galway

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Galway. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Galway is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored …

Last updated: September 24, 2025

Diamond Hill Summit

Because of its moderate size, Diamond Hill is a popular peak among tourists. Due to its well-walked paths and relatively easy access, hordes of tourists make the pilgrimage up the …

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Diamond Hill, Connemara National Park

Connemara National Park is open year-round, including the Visitor Center. There are no fees for entry to the grounds, the trails, or to view the exhibits. Guides at the Visitor …

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Connemara National Park Visitor Centre

The Visitor Center in Connemara National Park is the starting point for hikes in the National Park and offers information about the flora and fauna of Connemara with a small …

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View of Diamond Hill from the Stone Junction

Here at the highest point of the blue route you can decide to continue walking up the red route or walk back to the visitor center.

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Monks' Fishing House on the River Cong

The house on the Cong River was once used by the monks for fishing. There is a hole in the bottom through which the net was lowered and where it …

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Galway Cathedral

Construction began in 1958 on the site of the old city prison. It was completed in 1965, making it the last large stone cathedral to be built in Europe. It …

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Galway Street Musicians

Galway is just great in all seasons. There are numerous great bars with live music and some hostels. However, since the song Ed overflowed a bit. Even in February it is great.

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River Corrib

A walk along Corrib is recommended. Sometimes it seems a bit like scenes from Venice or Amsterdam - houses with boat instead of car garages and otherwise just very beautiful.

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Cong Abbey

Cong Abbey is a beautiful, ancient 13th-century ruined monastery. Here you feel transported back a few centuries and can imagine how the monks lived in the Middle Ages. Benjamin Guinness …

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Lynch's Castle

Imposing old building in the middle of Galway's pedestrian street. Once the home of the most powerful family in the city.

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The Top 20 Attractions in Galway

Diamond Hill Summit

Diamond Hill, Connemara National Park

Connemara National Park Visitor Centre

View of Diamond Hill from the Stone Junction

Monks' Fishing House on the River Cong

Galway Cathedral

Galway Street Musicians

River Corrib

Cong Abbey

Lynch's Castle

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Most popular attractions in Galway

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