Top Things to do in County Galway
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10 Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in County Galway That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in County Galway, Ireland including Dun Aonghasa, Hillwalk Tours, Walk Connemara, The Point Equestrian Centre and Pony Trekking, Segway Adventures Ireland, Real Adventures Connemara, Dun Duchathair, Knockillaree Riding Centre, Dive Academy, Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours - Galway.
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1. Dun Aonghasa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,399 reviews
Perched on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Dun Aonghasa is the largest of the prehistoric stone forts of the Aran Islands. It is enclosed by three massive dry-stone walls and a chevaux-de-frise consisting of blocks of limestone set vertically into the ground to deter attackers. Originally constructed c.1100BC, it was re-fortified around 700-800 AD. Excavations revealed significant evidence of prehistoric metalworking, as well as several burials. Visitor safety information: The fort is about 1km from the Visitors Centre and is approached over rising ground. The last section of the path is over rough, natural rock and care is needed, especially when descending. Boots or strong walking shoes are recommended. There is no fence or barrier at the edge of the cliff.
Reviewed By geraldine946 - Western Ireland, Ireland
Well worth a visit, rain hail or sunshine....have been here a few times and loved it, the most amazing views on the island and definitely worth it.
2. Hillwalk Tours
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5.0 based on 396 reviews
Looking for reviews of the best walking tours? Hillwalk Tours' reviews are testament to the fact that we will take you to the most beautiful locations, tell you about the best restaurants and pubs and will generally show you a great time! But don't just take our word for it - have a look at our walking tour reviews!
3. Walk Connemara
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
Guided walking services. Guided walks in Connemara & Mayo mountains (12 Bens, Maumturks), hills, coast and islands for individuals and groups. Multi-day walking tours. Also self-guiding services including the "Connemara and Mayo - A Walking Guide" book, along with advice and support. Transport can be organised.
4. The Point Equestrian Centre and Pony Trekking
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By Beccyc6889
Was a lovely family day out pony trekking with Joanna and Emma as our instructors. Highly recommend.
5. Segway Adventures Ireland
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5.0 based on 162 reviews
Our Segway Tours, Group Activities and Multi-Activity Corporate Events are guaranteed extreme fun and are the perfect answer for your unique group event in Ireland. We provide perfect fun tailored event or Segway Tour for your party whether your group are corporate or friends, single or mixed gender groups, young or young at heart. Operating all year round, we are fully mobile and have great venues & tour routes all around Ireland. So whether it's our most popular Segway Games Activity at The All Ireland Polo Club with epic Segway Frizbee, Nerf-Gun and Water Blaster Battles or taking a Segway Fun-glide with friends while discovering the hidden treasures of Dublin's Docklands or perhaps an exhilarating fun-glide along Salthill Promenade in Galway, we have the perfect FUN event solution for you and your friends ...and that's just for starters...! If we're not on your Bucket List, we darn well should be..! World Class Activities - World Class Service - That's our promise to you.
6. Real Adventures Connemara
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5.0 based on 250 reviews
Real Adventures Connemara in Clifden, Co. Galway - providing outdoor activities including; coasteering kayaking, surfing, hill walking, rock climbing and abseiling for Stags & Hens, families, individuals, groups and school groups.
7. Dun Duchathair
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By redhead_roaming - Seattle, United States
Honestly, it's quite an adventure just getting to this place! We rented mountain bikes in town and we were glad we got those versus gentle city bikes. The road that gets you closest, while it looks smooth and nice on Google Maps satellite view, is full of large rocks that would take out city bikes - there was more than one occasion I almost biffed it even with my mountain bike! While walking is certainly an option, it kinda makes sense just to get bikes for the whole day to explore the island anyway. Anyway, the path ends near the cliff side, with a lone bench. It's not America - there are no signs, no safety rails, nothing. Be safe and be informed as to where you need to go. We left our bikes there and I was really worried they would get stolen but no one touched them - thank you kind people! Walking through the limestone landscape, you have to be careful where you step, as you could easily twist an ankle if you're too busy looking around. You start to notice that the stone walls have a couple entries in them and you can follow some virtually all the way to Dun Duchathair. Once you get there, there's not much to see of the actual fort. There's no signs about not walking on the structure and you kinda have to but we tried to keep that to a minimum, to keep the integrity of the structure for years to come. We sat and enjoyed the views for a while though, especially loving waves crashing along the steep cliffs. As cool as watching the sunset would be here, I 100% do not recommend it. I can't imagine trying to navigate the cliffs or the limestone landscape in the dark. For clothing, it wasn't a terribly cold day but with the wind, it made it. We had lightweight fleece jackets, pants and good hiking shoes.
8. Knockillaree Riding Centre
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5.0 based on 289 reviews
Based in Oughterard, Co. Galway – only 25 minutes north of Galway City at the “Gateway to Connemara”. Our Centre is located on the Rusheeny road, just outside the town of Oughterard, and is nestled between beautiful hills, mountains and the shores of Lough Corrib. We offer a full range of services including trekking, lessons, showjumping leagues, pony camps, breaking and training, livery and stud. For those interested in the native Connemara Pony, our yard has a large selection of Connemara ponies with champion showing, ridden and showjumping stallions at stud and the opportunity to hear about the history and development of this versatile pony from the yards owner, Roger Joyce. Roger is from a long line of Connemara breeders and stallion custodians. He is also an experienced horse and rider trainer and an international Connemara Pony Judge.
9. Dive Academy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 232 reviews
Discover Atlantic Ocean on the ARAN ISLANDS. Learn to scuba dive on the beautiful Inis Mór Island! Here in Ireland the great current Gulf Stream, as well as warming the ocean, brings nutrients to our water, which results in unique and rich marine life. Besides the pretty sea anemones and corals, sea citizens range from dolphins and seals to dogfish and basking sharks...
10. Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours - Galway
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5.0 based on 1,878 reviews
Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours - offer the top rated daily guided sightseeing tours to the Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Connemara. Our fully trained local driver guides will take you on a scenic journey along the Wild Atlantic Way to all the Discovery and Signature points of the Wild Atlantic Way within the Galway area.
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