Visit Gorgeous Galway When in Ireland

County Galway can be found in the west of Ireland in the province of Connaught. It's located directly across the nation from Dublin, so if you're driving from here it should only take you in relation to 3 hours   Galway is quite a big county (2nd most significant in Ireland) therefore it is brimming with lots of things to see and do. Galway boasts its own city, which is renowned around the world as a little haven of shopping, culture and nightlife. Galway city is usually the primary port-of-call for visitors, as it's got exceptional road and rail connections with the rest of the country and also hosts the Volvo Ocean Race Galway. An appointment here and you'll always be spellbound by its allure, laid-back atmosphere and it is friendly attitude. Stroll around the city's narrow cobbled streets and enjoy its cafes, shops and gourmet eating places. At night the town really comes alive along with pulsating nightclubs and bars and the sound of Irish traditional music, which lingers in the environment so just follow the actual sounds   Galway city centre could be easily walked in a day, but you'll need additional time to explore it is attractions like Eyre Sq, The Spanish Arch, the City Museum, the National University connected with Galway, the Cathedral and the Salmon Weir Bridge. Don't forget to cross over the River Corrib to get to the 'Claddagh', which was once just a little fishing village outside the city walls. It's an area synonymous with the famous Claddagh Ring as this became where the ring first originated. (See our Irish Bracelets Blog for more). Galway city has recently been called the 'Cultural Capital of Ireland' along with the 'San Francisco of Ireland' automobile dedication to the Martial arts disciplines, festivals and cultural events. Three of the biggest festivals within the Galway calender of events on a yearly basis are the Galway Races, the Galway Oyster Festival plus the Galway Arts Festival. If the weather is actually nice, take a short push (about 3km) to Salthill - a beautiful seaside resort at the particular edge of Galway These types of. It's got a outstanding waterfront promenade, in fact it's the actual longest in Ireland so try a leisurely walk on the 'Prom' and be shocked if the truth is local people (Galwegians) kicking the wall at the end of it - that is a tradition! From Galway city, head west along the R336 a coastal route which follows the north shores of Galway These kinds of. You'll find yourself pulling over quite a lot on this stretch associated with road, as scenery and views with the bay can only be called spectacular! About 13km west regarding Galway city, you'll come to the miscroscopic village of Spiddal. This charming village is the beginning of the Galway Gaeltacht (Irish talking area), so it's very favored by students who come here to master the language during summer months months. It has a beautiful beach and a few lively traditional pubs exactly where good Guinness and music can be enjoyed. Continue west on the R336 and you will come to the picturesque harbour village of Rossaveal. This is the place of departure for ferries on the Aran Islands - 3 islands over coast of Galway which are not only recognised for their unique beauty, but their language, culture, history and heritage. As you weave on your path north along Galway's gorgeous west coast you'll visit the town of Clifden, which can also always be reached from Galway town via the N59. Clifden is one of Ireland's best loved holiday destinations as it's the perfect place to 'get faraway from it all' and relax. There's lots of outdoor activities in the community and attractions to check out like Kylemore Abbey, Ballynahinch Castle, Inishbofin Island and your website of the Alcock as well as Brown aircraft crash (1919) in Derrygimlach Bog. Clifden is also referred to as the 'Capital of Connemara' so it is a great base with regard to exploring this area and its particular National Park. Connemara is a region northwest of Galway location, which is famous because of its wild and remote surroundings. It mainly consists involving bogs, mountains, woodlands and rivers, but it's this raw natural beauty, which makes Connemara a magnet for people to Galway. In north Connemara you will find the National Park, which is made up around 4, 000 acres of picturesque landscape offering visitors several opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, walking, sailing, snorkelling, diving, bird watching and horse trekking. You can also take the chance to see some wonderful historic and archaeological attractions. Other pretty villages worth a call include Cleggan, Renvyle, Roundstone and Leenane. Here the pace of life is slow and you will probably get a real insight into Irish life and customs. Pop into the community pubs and shops and you will get to meet the particular friendly locals. Not to be outdone from the spectacular west of Galway, the east also includes a lot to offer. East and west are both divided by Lough Corrib - the greatest lake in the Republic associated with Ireland. The east has a number of our favourite Irish towns much like the medieval town of Athenry, which is synonymous while using legendary Irish song "The Career fields of Athenry". You can also visit the market town of Ballinasloe, which is also called 'The Gateway towards the West' as it's located on the main Dublin/Galway Road. Ballinasloe is the greatest town in Galway. Maybe you'd like to travel to the Georgian town of Portumna for the banks of the Lake Shannon, or the Heritage City of Gort where William Butler Yeats once resided.