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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 77 attractions in Galway

The Galway Tour Company is Galway's FUN Tour Company offering day tours to the Cliffs of Moher, The Burren & Connemara & Cong. Scheduled walking tour & night city tours also! Probably the best tour company in the world!

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 77 attractions in Galway

Cookes Thatch Bar is one of Galway's oldest pubs. We are located in the West end of Galway City a 5 minute walk from the centre of the City. Cookes has been welcoming customers through its doors for hundreds of years.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Tour; Ship
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: National park; Nature reserve
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 77 attractions in Galway

Summer 2009 The BEST introduction to Galway. Tours leave the CITY MUSEUM( behind Spanish Arch) Tues-Sat at 3 p.m. -€10-group discounts-Call or email for tailored bookings-Fun and informative hour-long walk through Galway's history, culture, music, eating and drinking. Relive the gripping history, see the beautiful sights, learn some Irish, laugh at some tall tales, learn about the city’s vibrant music and arts scene… and where to get the best pint!

Attraction type: Tour; Historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Dog track
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 77 attractions in Galway

  Neachtain’s is at the corner of Cross Street and Quay Street right in the middle of the City. This place has bucket loads of history for anyone looking for the authentic pub experience. It has been...

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Religious site; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Dinner theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 77 attractions in Galway

Galway Tours is Galway City’s leading walking tour operator. Our knowledgeable local Guides will show you the History and Culture of this Vibrant Medieval City. Not only will our guides teach you the history of Galway City they will also give you an insight into what Galway is all about.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 77 attractions in Galway

Daily Day Tours to the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, and Connemara regions all year round departing @ 10am & 11:30am. Book online. Also ongoing connections from Dublin daily.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Castle
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 77 attractions in Galway

Pure Skill, Fusion of Sport is a brand new state of the art 25,000 sq ft indoor sport and leisure destination located in Knocknacarra Galway, only minutes from the city centre. The circuit comprises of 10 automated sports arenas that test your skill level for different sports including soccer, rugby, gaelic football, hurling, basketball, golf, baseball, and many others. The competitors complete the circuit of all 10 sports with a scorecard marked out of a possible 100 points. It takes on average one hour and 15 mins to complete the circuit. The interactive sports area also offers a wide range of sporting activities from around the world, from surfing to ice hockey to kickboxing, so there is something for everyone! The facility represents the first of its kind in the world having recently opened in Knocknacarra in Galway City, and is proving to be a huge hit for group outings and events. So go on, challenge your friends, challenge your teammates, challenge yourself

Attraction type: Sports complex
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Aquarium
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 77 attractions in Galway
Attraction type: Historic site; Castle
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 77 attractions in Galway

Galway City Museum, Spanish Parade, Galway         Opening Hours: Summer (June to September), Monday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm Winter (October to May), Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm Admission: Free...

Attraction type: History museum
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