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Two people walk through rocky terrain near a white lighthouse by the sea under a partly cloudy sky.
02
May

Car-Free, Care-Free Adventures in Galway

Car-Free, Care-Free Adventures in the West of Ireland with Family Run Tour Operator: Lally Tours In a world where sustainable tourism is gaining momentum, the #CarFreeCareFree campaign by Discover Ireland is currently promoting the availability and ease of car-free travel around the island of Ireland, using alternative modes of transportation such as buses and trains. Here...
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A couple in cream sweaters stands on grassy terrain with a lake and hills in the background, smiling and embracing. They are near a wooden fence. Lally Tours logo is visible in the bottom right corner.
02
May

NEW Premium Small-Group Tour of Connemara

Discover the Magic of Connemara: An Unforgettable Premium Small-Group Tour with Lally Tours Welcome to the premium day tour, Lally Tours invites guests to embark on an extraordinary journey through the captivating landscapes of Connemara. This unforgettable small group experience immerses visitors in the rich tapestry of Irish culture, exploration of the historic Aughnanure Castle,...
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Weather map of northern Europe showing a high-pressure zone (1025 hPa) over the continent and a colorful storm system approaching from the Atlantic Ocean toward Great Britain and Ireland.
02
May

Top 5 Apps and Websites for Tracking the Weather in Ireland

The Weather in Ireland You’re on your way to Ireland, or you are already here. You’ve heard ton’s of bad things about the weather in Ireland and have no idea what to expect. As my Mom always told me, “there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing”. Then you’re left to figure out...
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Colorful houses line the waterfront across a river, with a path and flower bed in the foreground on a sunny day.
02
May

Tips on Visiting Galway City

Galway, Ireland: Tips on How to Prepare for a Trip to Ireland’s Most Charming City Galway, a charming city located on the west coast of Ireland is known for its lively atmosphere, traditional music, and breathtaking scenery. Located on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, this historic Irish city has a population of approximately 80,000 people, making it...
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Black and white image of a group of people playing traditional musical instruments. They are seated around a wooden table in a cozy setting with drinks and a bottle on it.
02
May

Live Traditional Irish Music in Galway

Live Traditional Irish Music sessions run almost non-stop in Galway. From the talented buskers on Shop Street, to the plethora of pubs offering scheduled sessions in the evenings – Galway’s streets are always buzzing with local musicians. Here are our some of our favourites for the best craic agus ceol (fun and music) in the...
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Fireworks light up the night sky over a historic building and a large, tent-like structure by the water.
02
May

Galway Festivals 2023

If there’s one thing Galway has a lot of, apart from lovely people, beautiful buildings, an extensive history, cosy little pubs, great beaches, a decent hurling team… what was I saying again? Oh yeah, festivals; Galway has lots of festivals! We’ve got festivals for comedy, international foods, crafts, films, oysters, traditional Irish music, to name...
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A person in a beige coat stands near a lake, looking at a grand building. A "Student Golden Ticket" graphic is overlaid in the upper right corner.
02
May

How To Manage Your Golden Ticket Booking (Students)

With our Student Golden Ticket excursion pass we offer 5 of our most popular experiences at a discounted rate. Included within this package are tickets for our Galway to Connemara and Kylemore Abbey Full Day Tour and our Galway to Cliffs of Moher and Burren Full Day Tour. Between these two full day tours, you will get...
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A reflective cube structure sits on an island surrounded by water at sunset, with surrounding buildings and trees in the background.
02
May

Mirror Pavillion by John Gerrard – Galway International Arts Festival 2020

Galway International Arts Festival 2020 Drone footage and edit by Máirtín Óg at Lally Tours of Galway. We shot this footage and made this edit to do our part in promoting the Galway International Arts Festival as well as to promote the City of Galway as an exclectic arts destination. We also wanted to play...
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Busy pedestrian street in Galway with people walking by colorful shops and restaurants. Outdoor diners and a street performer are visible. The setting is vibrant and lively.
02
May

IT’s OFFICIAL – We’re the No. 1 of 20 Reasons to Travel in 2020!

We at Lally Tours are incredibly delighted that Galway made it to number one spot in the Hemisphere’s Magazine article  “Reasons to Travel in 2020“. We’re specifically proud that Lally Tours got a lovely mention in the article. “Visitors would also be wise to explore the rugged beauty of Connemara on a day trip with...
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