Monument
Spanish Arch
Galway, Ireland
A surviving arch of Galway's medieval walls beside the river and a favourite local hangout.
Western Europe
Ireland
Green hills, wild Atlantic cliffs, lively pubs and storytelling cities, all on an island small enough to cross in an afternoon.
Before you plan: This guide covers the Republic of Ireland only. Check ferry, boat and island access schedules before travelling, as they depend on weather.
- Capital
- Dublin
- Languages
- English, Irish
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Best time to go
- May to September for the longest days and mildest weather; June is often driest. Expect rain at any time of year.
Filtered
Monument in Ireland
- Top places
- Historic site 7
- Castle 7
- Church, mosque or temple 5
- Viewpoint 4
- Neighbourhood 3
- Museum 3
- Scenic route 3
- Park 2
- Ruins 2
- Tower 2
- Food and drink 2
- Garden 1
- Beach 1
- Mountain 1
- Island 1
- Waterfall 1
- National park 1
- Other 1
- Monument 1
- Market 1
- Stadium 1
- Art gallery 1
- Shopping 1
- Bridge 1
Missing something in Ireland?
Add a place you love. We review every suggestion before it goes live.