galway - ireland

A colourful and atmospheric place full of historic charm, with its arts, buzzing music scene and festivals ....The European Capital of Culture in 2020. Unique shops, cafes and restaurants abound along the winding streets, all offering great service and the most hospitable of welcome. A stroll along the quayside with its bobbing boats, offers a calming contrast to the energy emitted from the international visitors and students within the vibrant centre. Galway is a really comfortable place in which to travel solo.

A great short break destination or the step - off point for exploring and adventure. Whether it be for trips and close by visits or travelling to Connemara, Knock, Limerick or Cork.....all easily arranged by car and public transport.

Taster Tours

Arran Islands day tour by Michael Faherty - www. fahertytours.com. One of the last Gaelic speaking islands, access by ferry and explore with a native guide, the unique scenery, churches, fishing village and seal colony. Connemara National Park by Wild Atlantic Way. www.wildatlanticwaydaytours.com. A magical tour along the unspoilt coastline of Galway Bay and the Wild Atlantic Way.  Breathtaking views and scenery as you swoop through the twists and turns of the ocean road and weave between the majestic mountains. Glimpses of traditional local industries and wildlife abound.

Time to Linger

Wander along the meandering walkways of Galway town centre and to find a selection of unique and quirky retail shops. www.celticjewellery.ie “Or” jewellery has an extensive range of unique designer jewellery from Ireland and Europe. You are sure to find a way to spend those burning euros. www.charliebyrne.com Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop is full of exquisite finds, whether it be new, second hand, discontinued or antiquarian books. Hours you’ll find have just ticked by. www.johnkeoghs.ie The Lock Keeper is a Gastropub with traditional Peat fires and Whiskey Cured Oysters in Guinness to temp those hungry appetites.