Galway Travel Guide

From the local experts at PicTours

Plan Your Trip to Galway Today!

Gorgeous Galway awaits! A truly unique city in Ireland, Galway has a really artistic vibe that visitors love. Writers, artists, and musicians converge in Galway so there’s always something fun happening around the city. There’s also quite the Viking history and tons of fun folklore to enjoy!

To make sure you get the most out of your trip, join our Galway PicTours! We’ll show you all the best photo op spots in the city so you can bring home beautiful memories…plus we’ll share some top photography tips you can take with you on the rest of your Ireland tour!

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Why You Can't Skip a Visit to Galway

The music just never sleeps in Galway! 

A visit to Ireland’s stunning west coast is a must-do for all visitors to the Emerald Isle. And basing your adventures from Galway city is an ideal balance between natural beauty and city fun.

Grab a drink and watch the sunset from the Spanish Arch and the Caoċ Arch, built in 1584 along the water.

Culture vultures will love meandering the cobblestone streets of the Latin Quarter, popping into shops and artists’ boutiques along the way.

Or just hang out in Eyre Square to listen to buskers and enjoy the best people-watching as the world walks by.

Foodies can’t skip the delectable oysters that Galway is so famous for!

And for a little learning and culture during your visit, head to the Galway City Museum and the Galway Arts Centre to enjoy local insights and fantastic works.

Of course, if you really want to get to know gorgeous Galway, then the best way is to join one of our Galway PicTours! We’ll share our local insights and top tips for the best photo spots in the whole city. Join us!

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