Things to do in Galway

Your adventure through Connemara will be guided by Willie Leahy and his family, quintessential Irish horsemen. For over 30 years the Leahy family have enjoyed introducing visitors to this very special part of Ireland. Their friendly care ensures that every rider goes home with special m

Come along and join us for some lessons or simply a leisurely Trek. Opening Times & Lesson Prices Please contact the centre for further details.

Clonboo Riding School, established in 1984, is only 15 minutes drive from Galway City, but in the heart of Corrib Country. All standards of riders, both beginners and advanced, are very welcome. Height and weight restrictions apply. We offer tuition in our outdoor or indoor school, suitabl

The great three-storey tower, surrounded by defensive walls, is entered at first-floor level through an unusual decorated doorway. Recently re-roofed, the interior contains an audio visual room and exhibition. Access to ground floor of Castle for people with disabilities. Athenry is one of

At the Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre you are invited to experience a guided heritage tour and specially commissioned film on Galway, City of the Tribes, and jewel of Irelands West Coast. Join us in a celebration of this ancient citys rich and colourful legacy. Your guided tour will

This award winning heritage centre offers a unique insight into the history and heritage of this most beautiful part of the West of Ireland. Whether you visit for an hour, an afternoon or stay in our accommodation you will leave with memories to treasure. Activities include: Turf Cutting

Coole Park, now a nature reserve, was the home of Lady Augusta Gregory dramatist, and co-founder with Edward Martyn and W.B. Yeats of the Abbey Theatre. Attractions include exhibitions, tea-rooms, nature trail walks, the famous "Autograph Tree", and a lake and turlough. There ar

If you want to ride Connemara ponies this is the place to come. It is one of the most highly regarded Connemara Pony Studs in Ireland and these sturdy and active ponies are the perfect mounts for exploring the moorland, hills and beaches around the centre. Most of the ponies are home bred