Timeline
15:06
Grab a coffee and a pastry to go. Ground & Co. opens early, so you can start here while the city is still waking up.
15:48
Walk to Galway Atlantaquaria. Use the time inside the aquarium to escape the wind and get your bearings. The aquarium is open until 17:00, which gives you plenty of time before the evening rush.
16:28
Head to Grattan Beach. It is only an 11-minute walk from the aquarium. Arrive here just before the sun dips below the horizon to watch the golden light fade over the water.
17:33
After dark, head to McCambridges for a meal. The deli food hall downstairs is perfect for a relaxed dinner. It closes at 18:00 on Sundays, so check the day and arrive before then, or enjoy the upstairs cafe.
18:18
End the night at Cooke's Thatch Bar. As the last thatched pub in the city, it has a unique atmosphere. It is open daily, so you can stay as late as you like.
Local tip
The walk from the aquarium to Grattan Beach is short, but the wind off the bay can be chilly in the evening. Bring a jacket.
Check before you go
- McCambidges closes at 18:00 on Sundays. If you are visiting on a Sunday, ensure you arrive for dinner before this time.
- Cooke's Thatch Bar is open daily, but verify opening hours if you plan to go very late.
Worth knowing
- McCambridges is open at 17:33 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Galway (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).