Brilliantly bohemian Galway is nestled on Ireland’s west coast where stormy seas meet the bright green turf of the Emerald Isle. Galway has been voted one of 2020’s European cultural capitals and will be celebrating with a year-long party extravaganza. Here are 5 things you can expect from a visit to Galway.
Pubs
The city is packed full of classic Irish pubs. Painted all the colors of the rainbow, these vibrant venues are crammed full of fun and live music.
Live Music
Galway is alive with the sound of music. Whether its buskers on the street or the local pub’s house band, wherever you go you will hear an airy tune on the wind.
Festivals
The city has a full calendar of festivals all year round. From the Christmas market in December to street spectacles, theatre, dance, and digital art productions, Galway has it all.
Museums
There are a few museums in the town that chart the city’s history and follow the story of the Irish people.
Coastline
Galway is built on a wonderfully rugged coastline. Choppy gray oceans meet jagged rockscapes in this naturally sublime spot. Take a short walk out of the town and climb the neighboring hills to get a panoramic view of the whole area.
