2020. The Year of the Staycay. While I’m not thrilled about my cancelled trip to Ibiza, I’m not mad I have to holiday at home either. As everyone says Ireland is the best place on earth if we could just put a roof on it. While I’m writing up this post I’m looking out at Storm Ellen and thinking about the winter ahead so while the sunshine may be gone, it might be time to buy a nice raincoat and get exploring anyway!
I have compiled a list of yer recommendations for a Galway adventure and I am so excited to get planning my trip.
Places to Stay
- Swuite Galway
- CityPoint Apartments
- The Galmont Hotel
- Salthill Hotel
- G Hotel
- The Twelve Hotel
- Harbour Hotel
- Galway Bayview B&B
- The Nox Hotel
Places to Eat & Drink
(Top tip: Book a table as walk-ins are ‘accepted’ but often not available!)
- Handsome Burger
- Kings Head
- Xian Street Food
- Secret Garden Café
- O’ Reillys
- Murphys Ice Cream (obvs!)
- McGettigans
- McDonaghs
- Pascal Coffee House
- Da Robertas
- The West Restaurant
- Gourmet Food Parlour
- The Buddha Bar
Places to See
- Salthill Amusements
- Connemara
- Inis Mór
- Mini Golf Salthill
- Sky Road, Clifden
- Omey Island
- Salthill Pier
- Dogs Bay
- Spiddal Beach
- Silver Strand Beach
- Aran Islands Day Trip (Shuttle from Galway City to Ferry)
- Kayaking on Corrib Lake
- Cleggan
- Roundstone
- Oranmore
- Salthill Aquarium
- Diamond Hill
Other Recommendations
- The Corrib Princess Booze Cruise
- Trip Advisor City Tour
- No. 8 Boutique (preloved designer/branded clothes)
- Public Romance Vintage Shop
- Eyre Square
If there’s anywhere in Galway or the surrounds that you think NEEDS to make this list, pop me a message on Instagram and I’ll add it in! And if you’re heading to Galway soon make sure and tag me, I love seeing what adventures you guys get up to.
Enjoy your staycay and stay safe
Love S x
