From recreation to flood control, dams play an essential role in society. Check out Salmon Weir and learn how and why it was built.

This man-made water barrier is often on the itineraries of travelers to Galway City Centre. But Salmon Weir isn't the only highlight in the area. Spanish Arch, Galway Cathedral, and Galway City Museum are some other worthwhile attractions nearby.

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Harbour Hotel

Galway City Centre

$1,269

per person

Nov 24 - Nov 29

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Very handy to walk into town . Great parking. Helpful and cheerful staff.

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Luxury Lodges in Doolin Village

$2,255

per person

Nov 24 - Nov 29

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)

10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

Doolin is a wonderful town to visit. If you value your privacy like my husband and I, then this is the best choice. We had a deck with a hot tub overlooking the hills and the ocean.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2024

Leonardo Hotel Galway

Galway City Centre

$1,346

per person

Nov 24 - Nov 29

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)

Easy to walk to everything we needed to see or do in the Latin quarter. Helpful staff.

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

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Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.

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Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

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Small Group - Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Gal...

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Galway: The Irish Dance Experience

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