Find some of the best days out in Galway and things to do in the West of Ireland.

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is Ireland’s premier show cave and is situated in the Burren Co Clare, a place of stunning natural beauty on Ireland’s west coast. Take a 30 minute tour with expert guides as youi travel through this underground cave labyrinth.

is a Visitor Centre and underground mine tour and mine exhibition located just outside the town of Carrick On Shannon in Roscommon. The underground tour lasts approximately 45 minutes with an knowledgeable ex mine worker.

Aer Arannn Islands flights operate a daily tour service of the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher. Take off from Aer Arann Connemara airstrip and fly out over Galway bay, across the 3 Aran Islands and then along the Cliffs of Moher. Spectacular!

operate some high octane adventure activities in the West of Ireland. Superb for stag parties and hen parties or even corporate days out. Why not make a big splash with some coasteering (pic opposite) and lots more outdoor activities.

in Carrick On Shannon Leitrim is great fun for stag parties, hen parties and corporate groups. Fire off modern replica hand guns & assault weapons. There’s also archery target practice! You won’t be disappointed with this day out!

offer cycle tours of the North West of Ireland. 5 mapped trails using battery assisted peddle bikes. Environmentally friendly, energy efficient and a great way to get about on your day out in Leitrim and the North West of Ireland.

is an award winning pet farm set on 12 acres just outside Athlone town in the Irish midlands. Home to over 50 species of animals and birds, includes play areas and 6 acres of natural outdoor walks. Great for kids and school groups.

is a large family orientated pet farm located near Kilcornan Co Limerick. Hugely popular with school tours and families. Enjoy large indoor play areas, picnic area and tea rooms and nature trails and walks.

is a superb day out in Galway consisting of a working pet farm and what’s possibly Ireland’s largest inflatable city!. A massive indoor inflatable area including slides, climbing and lots more. A definite thumbs up from the kids!

is a treasure trove of fun activities for adults and kids. Mam and Dad can enjoy the house and gardens while the kids can enjoy the Pirate Adventure Park. Lots to do and see, like wet zorbing (pic opposite).

is located in Lough Key Roscommon and is an outdoor forest adventure, with zip wires, suspended climbing obstacles and swings. DayOut.ie has visited this one and it’s an absolute blast!. Allow 4-5 hours to get around the whole lot but a hugely entertaining day out and highly recommended by us!

 

Famous days out in the West of Ireland

Cliffs of Moher, Co Clare
Designated UNESCO Geo Park, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher are 214m high at the highest point and span along 8 kilometres over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare.  A new visitor centre opened in 2007 and presents visitors with a fascinating audio visual exhibition

Aran Islands, Co Galway
Travel back in time by visiting the Aran Islands situated out in Galway Bay on the west coast of Ireland. Made up of 3 islands called Inis Mór (Big Island), Inis Meáin (Middle island) and Inis Oírr (East island). Excursions by ferry and plane operate from the Irish mainland regularly throughout the day.

Kylemore Abbey, Co Galway
A stunning location in Connemara and consisting of Kylemore castle, a Gothic church and 6 acres of Victorian Walled Garden. Easily accessible from Galway or Mayo and offers visitors woodland walks, garden tours, fascinating history, beautiful architecture, ample shopping in the craft shop and tempting homemade delights in the restaurant and tea rooms.

Connemara, Co Galway
An area in the West of Ireland of stunning natural beauty and invoking images or old Ireland, the Quiet Man and thatched houses with turf fires!. Rugged countryside, vast outdoor expanses and the setting for many a survival challenge. A beautiful part of Ireland and a must see for any day out in the West.

Cong, Co Mayo
Location of the world famous ‘Quiet Man’ movie by director John Ford, no visit to the West of Ireland is complete without stopping by the Quiet Man cottage. It’s a piece of Irish history and the setting of one of the most famous movie love stories of all time. Drop by Pat Cohan’s pub and raise a glass to Barry Fitzgerald while you’re there!

 

Accommodation choices for your West of Ireland days out

Planning on staying a few days in the West? McWilliam Park Hotel is receiving rave reviews from our users and is a perfect choice for both couples and families.

Situated just ½ mile from the bustling country town of Claremorris, Co Mayo, it is also perfectly placed half way between Galway and Mayo and just 30 minutes from the rugged Atlantic coastline.