Hidden gems - places in Galway, Ireland not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: places in Galway

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Galway. Ratings are based from 234 places in the city.

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Results Ireland Fitness

Personal trainer

👍👍 I’ve been a member of Results for almost 2 years now. Cannot recommend enough, trainers are very knowledgable and the small group training is great for a non intimidating and friendly atmosphere, especially when starting out!

5.00 (129 reviews) (~1.48 km from centre)

Plámás

Coffee shop

👍👍 Cannot recommend this place enough! Such a terrific hole-in-the-wall cafe that’s a little outside the bars and crowds of Galway. Coffee was perfect and our barista Áine was so friendly! She provided so many local recommendations for food, more coffee, and things to see. You won’t regret coming here.

5.00 (110 reviews) (~0.78 km from centre)

Tribe Gin School

Tourist attraction

5.00 (87 reviews) (~2.24 km from centre)

MTF Galway Gym

Gym

👍👍 Great place to train. Plenty of equipment and always a fantastic atmosphere, friendly but focused on your training so you'll enjoy your time there while seeing results. Just what you want in a gym! Great location too, with parking and bus stops nearby and plenty of houses within walking distance. Hi...

5.00 (81 reviews) (~2.75 km from centre)

Wilder Wellbeing

Fitness center

👍👍 Such a fantastic vibe ! Marc is such a knowledgeable trainer and the friendliest you will meet! As a new mums he has helped me get back on my feet in a supported environment, especially with keeping baby entertained while I train! Thanks

5.00 (78 reviews) (~4.12 km from centre)

Giftworks

Gift shop

👍👍 A great shop, for gifts of all kinds for every age or for decorating your own home. Window displays are amazing always and staff are extremely helpful and very accommodating. 👌🏻☺️

5.00 (71 reviews) (~0.12 km from centre)

AR Fitness Coach

Personal trainer

👍👍 I can’t recommend AR fitness classes highly enough. The classes are different each time and there are modifications to suit every fitness level. My favourite aspect is that the class I attend is 30 minutes so I can have this completed before I start work. Alan has created a fun and inclusive environ...

5.00 (66 reviews) (~2.74 km from centre)

Galway Bay Coffee Barista Training

Coffee shop

👍👍 I highly recommend this adorable coffee place. Dave is an exceptional person, extremely friendly, funny and kind. He made sure we were comfortable and gave us complimentary cookies with coffee. It's more than just a coffee place and definitely worth visiting!

5.00 (65 reviews) (~3.29 km from centre)

Optimum Health

Health

👍👍 A very structured, organized and modern way of teaching how to be a teacher. Focus on all around aspect of yoga, business, different kind of students and scenarios. Overall a good learning experience and help us to kick start teaching.

5.00 (58 reviews) (~2.78 km from centre)

Bartollini Pizza

Pizza takeaway

👍👍 Best pizza in town. Good ingredients, great flavours.. the dough is just omg!! Wood fired oven isn't easy I believe but this guys know how to bring it all together to please the tastebuds!! Highly recomd

5.00 (58 reviews) (~3.17 km from centre)

Ireland's Smallest Comedy Club

Comedy club

👍👍 Superb place to see quality comedy and see real pro's do time. Such a great value as well. On Thursday, free pizza is included in admission. The host of the show is amazing in his crowd work and joke delivery. If you're in Galway City the night of a show, do yourself a favor and just go.

5.00 (57 reviews) (~0.45 km from centre)

Sunan Thai Boxing

Muay Thai boxing gym

👍👍 Luke is an excellent coach and is very skilled aswell as coach Martin. I enjoy showing up to every class. They push you to your limits. 8 months ago i had no experience in muay thai, and my first fight ever i have won. I would definitely recommend coming to Sunnan thai boxing.

5.00 (56 reviews) (~4.02 km from centre)

yoga darsana

Yoga studio

👍👍 I'm a newbie to yoga. I played various sports, and have taken up running in recent years, but always wanted to develop my core strength and flexibility more. Yoga has made a difference, even in a few months. As a guy, I probably had a slight misconception about how yoga could help for bodily strengt...

5.00 (47 reviews) (~4.11 km from centre)

The Lane Winebar

Wine bar

👍👍 Absolutely gorgeous place for excellent wine & charcuterie boards. Ger is doing an exceptional job at being hostess, front of house, waitress, etc! It’s a very small & cosy spot so would recommend booking in advance. Great advice from Ger on what food & drink to order. Loved every minute & will abso...

5.00 (45 reviews) (~0.49 km from centre)

Genevieve Ryan Dance Academy

Dance school

👍👍 Jay, Gillian and Michael have brought the love of dance back into our home (and hearts!) over the last year- their positivity and encouragement have made class fun and ignited an enthusiasm for learning more for both the pre-teen and adult dance club groups we have joined. Recognition of individuali...

5.00 (43 reviews) (~0.42 km from centre)

Don Naughton Fitness

Fitness center

👍👍 I've been attending Don's box fit and strength and conditioning classes for the past 8 months. Don is a great coach with a huge knowledge in all aspects of fitness training. The boxercise classes are a great cardio workout. Don fosters a great environment of encouragement and learning in the correct...

5.00 (41 reviews) (~4.85 km from centre)

GSP Gym

Gym

👍👍 Best decision I ever made was to join Galway Strength & Performance. The coaches - Matty & Ayshea are knowledgeable, motivating and supportive. They take a genuine interest in their members and most importantly they get results. Highly recommend this gym!!!

5.00 (34 reviews) (~3.2 km from centre)

4M Dance Centre | Dance Classes

Dance school

👍👍 Very professional dance studio in Galway. Place looks beautiful! I took one class for adults when I visited Galway and it was amazing! Also lately I joined their online classes and it was so much fun! I will definitely continue taking their online classes and anytime I am in Galway I will join class...

5.00 (33 reviews) (~1.45 km from centre)

WayFiit Personal Trainer Galway

Personal trainer

👍👍 I have been consistently attending morning sessions, 3 times per week, before work for nearly a year now. In a regular gym, I'd have lost the motivation after a couple of weeks, but here, classes are fun, people are nice and Ollie hols you accountable in an encouraging way. I've lost weight, my body...

5.00 (33 reviews) (~1.2 km from centre)

Krav Maga Juniors

Self defense school

👍👍 I can't recommend Adam enough. My sons attended Krav Maga classes for over two years. It was a good time for them, movement, discipline, self-defense technique, they gained self-confidence and motivation. Adam has a great approach to each person, has the ability to motivate and develop habits, is...

5.00 (28 reviews) (~1.99 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: places in Galway, Ireland