Westport House & Pirate Adventure
Westport House was built in 1730, on the ruins of one of legendary Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley’s 16th Century castles built by The Browne Family. It is approx 1 hour 15 mins from Galway city and...
View ArticleTuroe Pet Farm & Leisure Park
Turoe Pet Farm offers hours of fun for all the family whatever the weather. With a deserved reputation for excellent 'value for money' Turoe offers a unique day out for families, groups and individual...
View ArticleThoor Ballylee
The tower or castle that Yeats bought was a sixteeneth century norman castle built by the family de Burgo, or Burke. It consisted of four floors with one room on each, connected by a spiral stone...
View ArticleThe Burren Centre
To Begin to discover the secrets of the Burren, a walk through the Burren Centre Exhibition is essential. Beautifully presented, with atmospheric lighting and sounds, the story of the Burren unfolds...
View ArticleSheep and Wool Centre
The Sheep & Wool Museum was founded in 1992 with a view to displaying and conserving different items which were used in the wool industry locally. You are invited to enjoy the exhibits and...
View ArticleLoughwell Farm Park
Loughwell Farm Park is situated in 15mins drive from Galway in the beautiful Moycullen countryside between Moycullen and Spiddal. The park has a 360 degree backdrop of Connemara and the has been...
View ArticleLahinch Seaworld
Explore the amazing marine life of the West coast of Ireland at the Lahinch Seaworld Atlantic Aquarium, where you can see and experience many beautiful and unique undersea species of this part of the...
View ArticleLackagh Museum & Heritage Centre
The Lackagh Museum & Heritage Centre is located on the N63 Roscommon road, 11 miles from Galway City and a mile from the N17 / N63 junction at Loughgeorge. Our traditional thatched cottage, horse...
View ArticleKylemore Abbey Visitor Centre
Kylemore Abbey, known as Ireland’s most romantic Castle is located in Connemara, Co. Galway and is the most visited attraction in the West of Ireland. The Abbey is situated beside an idyllic Lake and...
View ArticleKiltartan Gregory Museum
Kiltartan Gregory Museum is housed in a former schoolhouse built at the behest of Sir William Gregory in 1892. It contains rare manuscripts, memorabilia and original artefacts relating to Lady Gregory,...
View ArticleJames Mitchell Geology Museum
The James Mitchell Geology Museum is often referred to as 'Galway's Hidden Museum'. It is entered by a staircase in the south-east corner of the Main Quadrangle of NUI, Galway. The museum is a...
View ArticleIrish Workhouse Centre
163 workhouses were built in Ireland from 1840 to 1853 and served as the last resort of the starving populations during this period. Impoverished people entered the workhouse to receive food in return...
View ArticleIreland's School of Falconry
Ireland's School of Falconry gives you the chance to fly a hawk around the spectacular grounds of Ashford Castle. Catering for all ages and abilities, we specialise in teaching falconry sessions using...
View ArticleGlengowla Mines Experience
Glengowla Mines offers a fun day out for all the family! Buried beneath the Connemara Mountain lies a way of life long abandoned and almost forgotten just waiting for you to explore! Delve into the...
View ArticleGlendeer Pet Farm
Glendeer Pet Farm is a six-acre open farm in the heart of the midlands run by the O’Connell family. An additional six acres has opened recently with a nature walk through fields and along historic...
View ArticleGalway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
The magnificent Georgian style Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre provides visitors with an excellent introduction to the rich history and culture of the West of Ireland. Here you can learn about the...
View ArticleGalway Greyhound Stadium
If you are looking for a night that is different, a night at the dogs is perfect for you. The atmosphere, the food, the flutter, the craic and of course the top class racing – they all combine to make...
View ArticleGalway City Museum
Galway City Museum reopened on 16th April 2007 with the launch of its permanent exhibition. Among the highlights on show is a rare 17th century altar piece, the new location of the statue of Pádraic...
View ArticleDunsandle Castle & Woods
Experience life in a 16th century castle. Explore the surrounding indigenous woodland and take time for a picnic by the castle. Facilities include guided tours, exhibitions, woodland paths, a picnic...
View ArticleDoolin Cave and Visitor Centre
The award winning Doolin Cave and visitor centre is located 4 kilometres outside the village of Doolin in the heart of the Burren in County Clare. Follow in the footsteps of the great explorers Brian...
View ArticleDartfield Country Estate & Horse Museum
Visit the only museum in Ireland dedicated to the Connemara Pony and Irish Horse. Discover how the Connemara Pony and Irish Horse played an integral role in Ireland’s culture throughout time. Meet the...
View ArticleConnemara Smokehouse
A catch destined for the Connemara Smokehouse and the irresistible aroma is often carried on soft breezes throughout the countryside. It assails your senses when you are just outside Clifden in...
View ArticleConnemara National Park
Situated in the West of Ireland in County Galway, Connemara National Park covers some 2,957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Some of the Park's...
View ArticleConnemara Heritage Centre
Award winning heritage centre located 5 miles from Clifden Town, the capital of Connemara. It offers a unique insight into the history and heritage of this most beautiful part of the West of Ireland....
View ArticleCnoic Suain
Cnoc Suain is an enchanting pre-famine hill village of thatched and slated stone cottages dating back to 1691. Situated in an Irish (Gaelic) speaking region of beautiful Connemara landscape. We offer a...
View ArticleCliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 km over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. The cliffs...
View ArticleClaregalway Museum
The Michael Smyth forge & Claregalway museum is situated in Rooaunmore, Baile Chláir. The restored forge contains an open furnace, old leather bellows, an anvil and typical tools, which the...
View ArticleCladdagh Ring Museum
Both a museum and a jewellery shop, this establishment is dedicated to the history of this Galway made ring. Named after an old fishing area in the county, the rings were worn to indicate marriage but...
View ArticleCladdagh Arts Centre & Katie's Cottage Museum
Step back in time and experience one of Galway's most popular heritage attractions. Dating back to the 5th Century, Katie’s Cottage Museum is a restored authentic Claddagh traditional dwelling, design...
View ArticleCeardlan Spiddal Craft Village
Ceardlann Spiddal Craft Village and Café is located at the entrance to Spiddal Village, just beside the beach, overlooking the beautiful Galway Bay, Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. Here you will...
View ArticleBurren Perfumery
The Burren Perfumery was founded 35 years ago at the centre of a quiet valley in the heart of the Burren. The Burren is a limestone plateau on the West Coast of Ireland, famous for its wildness and the...
View ArticleBurren Nature Sanctuary
Burren Nature Sanctuary offers a fun day out for all the family amongst the scenic surroundings of The Burren limestone landscape. The sanctuary is primarily an interpretive centre for the flora and...
View ArticleBurren Birds of Prey Centre
The Burren Birds of Prey & Education Centre, located at the world-famous Aillwee Cave in County Clare, is home to the most comprehensive collection of eagles, hawks, owls and falcons in the...
View ArticleBrigit's Garden Experience
Brigit's Garden takes you on a journey through the sacred spiral of the seasons into the heart of Celtic mythology, folklore and heritage. The extensive gardens span 5 hectares and consist of woodland...
View ArticleAtlantaquaria (Galway Aquarium)
Galway Atlantaquaria is the National Aquarium of Ireland and one of the West of Ireland’s premier attractions. It’s home to 170 marine and freshwater species. Visitors will have the chance to hold...
View ArticleArigna Mining Experience
Descending into the depths of the earth through some of the narrowest coal seams in Europe, the Arigna mines offer an in-depth insight into over 300 years of coal production. An exhibition space...
View ArticleAillwee Cave
Located near Ballyvaughan, Aillwee Cave is still one of the few caves which has the features of Clare underground - great caverns, stalactites, subterranean rivers, and is easily accessible to the...
View ArticleLegend of the Claddagh Ring
Delve into the history and lore of the Claddagh ring. Discover your Irish heritage, and learn about the Claddagh and the origins of the iconic Claddagh ring. Watch Legend of the Claddagh ring, a short...
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