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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Ireland  /  Western Ireland  /  Province of Connacht  /  County Galway  /  Galway  /  Salthill Beaches

Salthill Beaches, Galway

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Connected by a long promenade lined with bars, restaurants, and hotels, Salthill Beaches represent a cluster of small beaches separated by rocky outcrops. Diving platforms and floating rafts encourage brave swimmers into the chilly waters. Dutiful guards watch over the beaches during the summer months, while the promenade buzzes with walkers, joggers, bicyclists, and strollers. Nearby shops, amusement parks, aquariums, and casinos ensure endless entertainment. Plan to visit Salthill Beaches during your Galway vacation using our convenient Galway online tour planner.
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Salthill Beaches reviews

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  • By Kam-Haider
    A beautiful place to relax by the sea. Sand nice and clean. Free parking on road side. This is a hidden gem it wasn't particularly busy despite the weather being decent. This is a 10 minute walk to... 
    A beautiful place to relax by the sea. Sand nice and clean. Free parking on road side. This is a hidden gem it wasn't particularly busy despite the weather being decent. This is a 10 minute walk to...  more »
  • By Cosmopolitan786446
    Glad we stopped here after driving through Galway. Beautiful beaches that were really unique. Would definitely recommend for anyone staying in or driving through Galway. 
    Glad we stopped here after driving through Galway. Beautiful beaches that were really unique. Would definitely recommend for anyone staying in or driving through Galway.  more »
  • By C4050SZmarcias
    Beautiful beaches, very windy day, the ocean waves were white capped from a storm off in the Atlantic. But so enjoyable to walk the beaches, staring off into the ocean and there were some people... 
    Beautiful beaches, very windy day, the ocean waves were white capped from a storm off in the Atlantic. But so enjoyable to walk the beaches, staring off into the ocean and there were some people...  more »
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