This Galway stretch of coastline is a good spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to enjoy nearby, such as Spanish Arch, Galway Cathedral, and Galway City Museum. Take your time at Silver Strand before making tracks to these other fine sights.

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Radisson RED Galway

Ballybaan Beg

$1,433

per person

Aug 9 - Aug 15

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (274 reviews)

Modern, new property. Not far from downtown.

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

The Quigley Residence

$2,110

per person

Jul 16 - Jul 19

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to Shannon (SNN)

8/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)

Clós Na Feirme

$1,587

per person

Aug 9 - Aug 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)

7.2/10 Good! (7 reviews)

Browse tours and tickets to explore Silver Strand

Tours & day trips

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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Galway City Walk: Rogues, Rebels, Revolutionaries and Rakes

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

Free cancellation available

Adventure & outdoor

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Small Group - Cliffs Cruise and Aran Islands in a Day from Galway

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

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