10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Galway That You Shouldn't Miss

July 26, 2021 Randal Brittian

For visitors, the best thing about Galway is that you can walk everywhere. As soon as you arrive, enjoy a walk through the city streets. There, you'll find lively pubs, independent shops and winding cobblestone streets packed with students, artists, writers and craftspeople. You may even hear Gaelic spoken. For a day trip, take a ferry to the island of Inis Mor. You'll return refreshed by the ocean air and Inis Mor's breathtaking scenery. Oh, and be sure to wear sunscreen on the island, no matter how chilly it is. (Just trust us, okay?)
Restaurants in Galway

1. Galway on Foot - Walking Tours of Galway City

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Galway on Foot - Walking Tours of Galway City

Want to hear the story and stories of Galway? Come with us and we'll bring you where the tour buses can't - for a leisurely and entertaining stroll through the heart, history and vibrant culture of Ireland's fantastic western capital. Let us share our knowledge, stories and love of this very special city with you. Interesting, informative and very definitely good craic, trust Galway on Foot to set you on the right track in the City of the Tribes.

2. Galway Food Tours

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Galway Food Tours

Sheena leads food enthusiasts around Galway’s finest food destinations and guests usually replace lunch with the tour as along the way you will sample fresh sushi, the finest cheese, Galway oysters, mouth-watering breads and savoury bites as well as delicious sweet treats while soaking up the famed atmosphere of Galway city - the 'City of the Tribes'.

3. Pedal Power Galway

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Pedal Power Galway

Pedal Power has two 15 seaters bikes & a 6 seater bike for historical & pub crawl tour around Galway city. Stop off at one or two bars on the route, depending upon which tour duration you pick, where you (get a free shot in each bar, when you order drinks).

4. Faherty Tours

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Faherty Tours

Aran Islands Tour Departs Galway New Coach station at 0900am once you board our coach we travel 45 minutes journey west alongside Galway Bay Connemara Irelands Wild Atlantic Way to Rossaveal Harbour with an informative guide where then awaits a 45 minute ferry journey capable of carrying 300 passengers Comfortably with scenic views to the biggest and most scenic Aran islands (Inishmore)18km long and 5km wide. Helping you explore the Island with native guides and coaches we will be visiting Dun Aonghasa 1500bc fort 300ft cliffs Overlooking Inis meain Inis oirr and Cliffs of Moher and as far away as Kerry . A 2hr stop at Kilmurvey craft village and sweater markets Restaurants / Seven churches monastic settlement 7th- 8th Century / fishing villages / Man of Aran cottage kilmurvey blue flag beach Aran Seal Colony / Kilronan village you have the freedom to turn this island experience into whatever you would like there are so many optional things you can do on your own

5. Galway City Cycle Tours

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Galway City Cycle Tours

As you explore the streets and waterways of Galway, you’ll discover some interesting facts and fables from our informative tour guide. This popular tour format will delight and entertain you. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore and discover some of Galway city’s hidden gems.

6. WalkingHistory

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WalkingHistory

Take a tour with highly entertaining and qualified historians. We both met while studying a masters in history and now offer specialized & tailored history tours to suits your interests. The tours are totally unscripted and aim to place Galway's unique history within a wider European narrative. This tour is not a mere history of buildings, instead its an entertaining condensed look to the past.

7. O'Connors Pub

135 Upper Salthill, Galway Ireland +353 91 523 468 http://www.oconnorsbar.com/
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O'Connors Pub

Reviewed By 17jasonh - Elmvale, Canada

We managed to get seats near the fireplace. Beer was great. Friendly people and great entertainment. A fantastic night!

8. Tunes in the Church

Lombard Street St. Nicholas’ Church, Galway Ireland +353 87 962 5425 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tunes-in-the-Church/201428736545159
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Tunes in the Church

9. Kayakmor

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Kayakmor

Galway Kayak Tours. Experience a kayak touring adventure along the pristine waterways of the Western lakes/ Wild Atlantic Way. We offer a friendly relaxed guided kayak trip, where you can discover the enchanting waterways of River & Lough Corrib and the stunning coast* around Galway (*weather permitting). We look forward to seeing you afloat! Tours starting from €40* per person (* tour price is subject to group size, pricing categories for groups of 2-3, 4-10, and 11+). Minimum tour group size is two people. If you're by yourself please e-mail us, we can try to fit you in a tour. Thanks for looking! Jim M. kayak Guide

10. JT Equestrian

40 Glenanail Drive Monivea Road, Mervue, Galway H91 N6E4 Ireland +1 617-777-3989 [email protected] http://jamestoneryequestr.wixsite.com/jtequestrian
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JT Equestrian

JT Equestrian prepares riders for hunting in Ireland by organising hunt clinics. Also available for coaching and training of horses and riders.

Reviewed By 152loric - West Farmington, United States

My husband and I took a recent trip from the USA to Ireland for our 40th wedding Anniversary. The absolute highlight of our trip was the Burren trail ride which we booked with Cooper's Hill Equine., We have some experience riding, but are by no means seasoned riders. Right away James made us feel at ease with his sense of humor, and warm personality. All the staff were wonderful, and their love of their horses is very obvious in the way the horses were handled, and the relaxed personalities of the horses themselves. We were paired with the perfect horses for us, both very gentle with great personalities. I was on Midnight, and Bart was on Mr Eastwood. Our adventure started in the shallow water of Galway Bay, then continued up into the Burren Mountains on an ancient road that wound through the breathtaking landscape. We both highly recommend Cooper's Hill Equine to anyone that wants a special Horseback riding experience in Ireland! Special Thank You to James for taking so many wonderful photos of us of on ride.

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