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  • nick w
    London, UK994 contributions
    Review of: Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre
    Good Walks + Cafe/Toilets etc
    There are a selection of well-marked walks to choose from all of which start at the visitor centre. Some are super quick and easy and some (the red one) are a bit more strenuous. All are looped walks that start and end at the centre or connect to each other.

    We did the blue and red walks which are a combined 6.7km in length with about 400m in elevation. The paths are well marked and maintained although towards the summit area of the red route it is steep in places. However, most moderately fit people should be ok to complete. There are great views to be had on the way up and from the summit.

    The cafe at the visitor centre closes at 5pm and does food and drinks. There is also a useful supermarket selling a good range of foodstuffs about a 15 min walk from the visitor centre if you find the latter is closed (turn right when exiting the sideroad for the visitor centre, the supermarket is up the hill on the left).
    Written June 23, 2022
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  • Madison B
    1 contribution
    Review of: Wild Atlantic Way
    Wonderful trip to Cliffs of Moher
    Alan and Nathan were the best! Alan is a very knowledgeable about the areas/history and a very safe driver. Managed time well and provided opportunities to stop and get out for sightseeing. Funny, entertaining and played some Irish music! Would highly recommend for those wanting to sight-see the Cliffs of Moher and snag a few other pictures along the way.
    Written July 3, 2022
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  • Marcia S
    8 contributions
    Review of: Quay Street
    Shopping, food, music
    Enjoyed walking Quay Street, street musicians, food to satisfy everyone's appetite, stores for shopping. A must see!!
    Written June 15, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • shellsirl
    ireland70 contributions
    Review of: Salthill Promenade
    LOVELY ON A SUNNY DAY
    its lovely to visit on a dry day as it can be very breezey and cold on a wet day good walk with your dog also when nice weather
    Written June 12, 2022
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  • janicepk
    Annapolis, MD993 contributions
    Review of: Galway's Latin Quarter
    Lively area !
    Although we did not stay late, this area was crowded and lively even in the early evening. Resturants were crowded so we moved 9ver 2 blocks and easily found eateries.
    Written July 4, 2022
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  • Marcia S
    8 contributions
    Review of: Galway Bay
    Quaint beautiful area
    We rented an AIRBNB in Galaway Bay area, close to restaurants, shopping and of course all of the Pubs . Beautiful area
    Written June 15, 2022
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  • Fraua
    La Spezia248 contributions
    Review of: Aran Island Ferries
    Amazing experience!
    I spent a night in Inisheer and I reached the island with this ferry + bus from Galway
    My experience was amazing!
    The ferries are modern and really comfortable and the crew is extremely kind and professional
    The bus service from Galway is extremely useful!
    I work on Italian ferries and, trust me, the quality of this service is definitely high!
    I'm planning my next trip and I'll book again with this company, this is sure!
    Written July 5, 2022
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  • Anna N
    Galway, Ireland511 contributions
    Review of: Galway Cathedral
    Holly hour. .
    Lovely magical experience of the Holly hour at Galway Cathedral Galway. Attending is super. I was surprised to find it opened. Nice surprise.
    Written June 27, 2022
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  • janicepk
    Annapolis, MD993 contributions
    Review of: Eyre Square
    Good walk across town
    This was a good walk across the centre of town from our hotel to the Latin quarter. Ot was a nice day so quite crowded. Flags of Gaelic tribes that controlled city
    Written July 4, 2022
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  • John O
    5 contributions
    Review of: Rinville Park
    Nice Walk
    Generally this is a nice walk if you are lucky with the weather. Unfortunately i got caught over at Rinville house when a torrential downpour started, Dress appropriately or have an umbrella. Its a great bayside amenity
    Written April 5, 2022
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  • Marius P
    Oslo, Norway1,649 contributions
    Review of: Galway City Museum
    A lot of areas covered, but very good on the troubles
    First part of the museum covers the culture on the islands, then a exhibit on gaelic culture and art. And also a very great exhibit on the troubles and fighting.

    I found the part about the fightings to be the best part of the museum.
    Written June 14, 2022
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  • roverirish
    Pitman, NJ242 contributions
    Review of: Rathbaun Farm
    Friendly Irish hospitality!
    This was One of the highlights of our trip to Ireland in the Galway area! The hosts were extremely friendly and treated us as a family. We were able to make scones and then enjoy them with a warm cup of tea. The working farm put on a display showing how the dog works to rein in the sheep. Put it on your of places to visit.
    Written March 1, 2020
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  • mafischl
    Huntington, NY1,990 contributions
    Review of: Galway Market
    Great
    This was a really fun experience. My wife and I went twice. Once in the morning and later for lunch. In the morning we had a delicious donut. For lunch it was a fantastic crepe. Highly recommend it.
    Written May 7, 2022
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  • Marcia S
    8 contributions
    Review of: Salthill Beaches
    White Sandy beaches
    Beautiful beaches, very windy day, the ocean waves were white capped from a storm off in the Atlantic. But so enjoyable to walk the beaches, staring off into the ocean and there were some people enjoying the ocean waves!
    Written June 15, 2022
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  • Heather
    Utica, MI14 contributions
    Review of: Menlo Castle / Blake's Castle
    Off the beaten path Castle
    Heard about this castle on Instagram. A bit hard to locate....just keep walking!
    Worth the visit to see the ruins. Nice water view from the site with rowers passing by.
    Written November 10, 2021
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