Galway Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Galway
Where is it located?: Galway is on Ireland’s west coast in the middle of the country, directly across from Dublin.
Why do people go there?: Located on the sea, Galway is a much more traditional, calmer city compared to its east coast counterpart, Dublin. Narrow winding streets with authentic music, fantastic shopping and a great view make Galway a city that shouldn’t be missed on an Irish itinerary.
How do travelers get there?: Travelers to Galway take either a bus or a train from elsewhere on the Irish west coast, although if you’re in a hurry, leaving from Dublin works too.
Currency: Euro
City Code: 91
Population: 70,000
Languages: English, but they’ll curse at you in Irish
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Claddagh, Eyre Square, Salthillalthil, Knocknacarra, Barna, Oranmore,Moycullen, Craughwell, Claregalway, Loughrea,Clarinbridge, Tuam and Athenry.
Attractions: Glass, Sea, Shopping
Accommodations: Galway Hostels, Galway Hotels
Tourist Office: See the Shannon Region Office: Shannon Region Tourism, Shannon Development Office, Town Centre, Shannon, Co. Clare, Telephone: +353 61 361555, Telephone: +353 61 361903,
Off-the-beaten-path: Dunguaire Castle, Lar Connacht
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Ireland is notoriously rainy, especially during the late winter and early spring. If you’re heading to Galway, take a rain coat year round. You’ll find July and August to be the warmest months, and the most crowded.
Common Phrases: Yes = Chodail, No = Nil, Please = Le do thoil
City Specific Events: Galway Arts Festival, Galway Races, Galway International Oyster Festival, Fleadh Imboilg, Galway Pride Festival and Galway Film Fleadh.
How to get around?: Galway is definitely a walking city, although buses are available for the lazy or those who don’t like the rain.
Good to know: Galway is known as Ireland’s Cultural Heart.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airports to fly into Galway are the Galway Airport and Shannon Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Galway travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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