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The Most Interesting Historical Places in County Galway

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Historical Places in County Galway

Dun Aonghasa ©
Ruin
Dun Aonghasa , Inishmore
4.8
Perched atop a cliff, Dun Aonghasa represents the most popular of the prehistoric forts on the Aran Islands. Walk from the nearby museum up t
Tours from $205
Salthill Promenade ©
Historic Walking Area
Salthill Promenade , Galway
4.6
Lined by bars, restaurants, and hotels, Salthill Promenade stretches along Galway Bay. The "Prom," as the locals call it, is the longest seas
Tours from $16
Dun Duchathair ©
Ruin
Dun Duchathair , Inishmore
5.0
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Cliffs of Moher Tour Including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway City from Dublin
4.9
Duration: 13 hours
Day trip from Dublin to Ireland’s remote and rugged west coast to see the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Galway City. Enjoy the unique benefit of a dedicated Tour Guide and a separate Driver for the day. The Driver concentrates on your safety and the Guide on your comfort and entertainment. There is a rest stop on route to the Cliffs of Moher and upon arrival you receive a premium ticket to visit and enjoy every aspect of what the site has to offer. 2 hours visiting time. Then travel along part of the Wild Atlantic Way coast and enjoy a coastal stop in the Burren, a unique limestone landscape famous for its flourishing plant life. Upon arriving in Galway City your Guide will offer you a free guided tour of the city, it's optional to join or just enjoy free time to wander this charismatic, bohemian and artsy city yourself. On tour hear tales about Irish history, culture, stories some Irish music will be played with some guides playing their instruments on the coach. 2 hours visit.
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St. Caomhan’s Church
Ruin
St. Caomhan’s Church , Inisheer
5.0
Dungaire Castle ©
Castle
Dungaire Castle , Kinvara
3.7
Dunguaire Castle (Irish: Dún Guaire) is a 16th-century tower house on the southeastern shore of Galway Bay in County Galway, Ireland, near Ki
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Historic destinations in County Galway

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County Galway

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