Day Trips to the Burren and Beyond

Connemara National Park the path to Diamond Hill

Day Trips to the Burren and Beyond: An Adventure from Galway Galway is the perfect base for exploring Ireland’s rugged beauty, and few places rival the magic of the Burren. Just a short drive from the city, this otherworldly landscape is packed with history, stunning views, and outdoor adventures. If you’re staying at one of […]

Galway’s Cosy Pubs: Perfect for Hen and Stag Winter Escapes

Group of friends having drinks in a pub in Galway

If you’re planning a winter hen or stag party, Galway City offers an unbeatable mix of charm, fun, and atmosphere. With its lively streets, welcoming locals, and incredible pubs, it’s the ultimate destination to celebrate with friends. And when it comes to finding the perfect place to stay, the Imperial Hotel Galway, located right by […]

Day Trips from Galway City

Connemara National Park the path to Diamond Hill

Galway City is a buzzing spot with its lively streets, fantastic music scene, and stunning coastal views. But it’s not just the city that’ll steal your heart. It’s also a perfect base for heading off on some class day trips. If you’re staying at the Imperial Hotel Galway, you’re smack bang in the middle of […]

Festivals in Galway

Christmas markets Galway City at Night

Galway is buzzing year-round, but there’s something extra magical about the festivals that light up the city as the year wraps up. From arts and culture to festive markets and music, there’s always something to dive into. And where better to stay than Imperial Hotel Galway, right in the heart of Eyre Square? You’ll be […]

The History of the Tribesmen

Autumn in Galway Lough Corrib

In the heart of Ireland’s west coast, Galway is a city bursting with history, culture, and a vibrant community spirit. Known as the “City of the Tribes,” Galway’s rich past is intertwined with the legacy of the fourteen merchant families, known as the Tribes of Galway, who shaped the city’s development and culture from the […]

Rainy Days in Galway

Group of friends having drinks in a pub in Galway

Galway is a city that wears its weather with charm, and if you’re visiting this lively spot on Ireland’s west coast, the odds are you’ll experience its famous rain. But in Galway, rain isn’t something to avoid — it’s something to embrace. The city comes alive in the rain, with cobblestone streets glistening, musicians playing […]

Galway’s best swimming spots

Salthill Promenade Diving Tower, Blackrock Co. Galway

Found of the famous Eyre Square in Galway, the Imperial Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the vibrant west coast of Ireland. While Galway is famous for its lively arts scene, historic sites, and stunning landscapes, it is also home to some of the best swimming spots in the country. Whether you’re an avid […]

Top 10 Group Activities in Galway

Salthill Prom Galway

Welcome to Galway, where the charm of the medieval streets meets the vibrant energy of a modern city! Whether you’re here with friends, family, or for a special occasion, there’s no shortage of activities to keep your group entertained and engaged. Here are our top 10 picks for group activities in this beautiful coastal city. […]

Galway the City of Culture

2019 Galway Oyster Festival,

There are a handful of counties that every person visiting Ireland from overseas should have on their Irish bucket lists. Usually, tourists come to enjoy city life in Dublin, explore the wilds of Cork, the medieval history of Kilkenny and the colour and history of Belfast. Galway however, always tops that list. With everything from […]

Summer in Galway City

Galway Arts Festival Acrobat in a large Wheel

Galway is the ultimate Irish getaway for adventurers and anyone searching for beauty and inspiration. The city centre comes alive with thousands of visitors enjoying craic agus ceol and the countryside surrounding us is vibrant with colour and nature. We’re hoping for a long hot summer in Galway this year and have plenty of plans to […]