Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ballyvaughan September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Ballyvaughan Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballyvaughan.dx4993)[Hotels in Ballyvaughan](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballyvaughan-Hotels.d4993.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ballyvaughan](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballyvaughan.d4993.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ballyvaughan Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ballyvaughan.d4993.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ballyvaughan Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballyvaughan.d4993.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Ballyvaughan ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ballyvaughan Types of activities Where to stay [Ballyvaughan travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballyvaughan.dx4993) ![The Burren featuring tranquil scenes and wild flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144670-The-Burren.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Burren which includes tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144669-The-Burren.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballyvaughan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e2d9a57ded1814c0cc4036751ca20c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Karen Grubb](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a29802fcf4ab837929fadff76282c77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Karen Grubb](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a29802fcf4ab837929fadff76282c77b.jpg) ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3ad089503a90416d65eefe87f467fdd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jazzinto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3ad089503a90416d65eefe87f467fdd0.jpg) ## Ballyvaughan Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Ballyvaughan has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Ballyvaughan, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Ballyvaughan with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Ballyvaughan Ballyvaughan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Ballyvaughan, and make it a breeze to explore Ballyvaughan and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Ballyvaughan to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Ballyvaughan, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Ballyvaughan. #### Ballyvaughan attractions Ballyvaughan has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Ballyvaughan to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ballyvaughan. Looking for things to do in Ballyvaughan can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Ballyvaughan ### Tours & day trips [See all 56 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/699353/3fe17b81-5dc0-4f50-aeb2-6fb9b890ab72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour 8h 9.8/10 17 reviews Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-and-burren-day-trip-including-dunguaire-castle-aillwee-cave-and-doolin-from-galway.a699353.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4818540/4f98dfaa-e69e-4074-b31a-6e591ba6393b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise 8h 30m 9/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-galway-aran-islands-cliffs-of-moher-day-cruise.a4818540.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/181661/9d49fbef-d9a0-4b50-ac2b-7ee51c431188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour 14h 45m 9/10 92 reviews Free cancellation available £121 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-cliffs-of-moher-the-burren-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181661.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45064201/9dc9a208-606d-4bc3-83e7-2bcd166578a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway 1h 20m 6/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-legendary-walking-tour-of-galway.a45064201.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Galway: Trad on the Prom Ticket with Irish Music and Dancing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44533133/115b3230-1248-48ae-914e-9cea6aed3582.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway: Trad on the Prom Ticket with Irish Music and Dancing 2h 9.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-trad-on-the-prom-ticket-with-irish-music-and-dancing.a44533133.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer. Clare. Guided. 3 hours.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3825586/5375cd35-8458-460b-b951-44a151defbd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer. Clare. Guided. 3 hours. 3h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-walk-with-local-farmer-clare-guided-3-hours.a3825586.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44516374/a01ea079-972a-44e1-b0c2-d8abd695dfaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite 50m Free cancellation available £21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/doolin-cave-underground-stalactite-tour.a44516374.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/475276/c28084cc-c566-49e6-8f16-10b5e226d9c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 1d+ 6.4/10 11 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-galway-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a475276.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![From Doolin: Cliffs of Moher Guided Coastal Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45146219/acb85fca-9565-4de1-930f-6c67aae94614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Doolin: Cliffs of Moher Guided Coastal Walk 4h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-doolin-cliffs-of-moher-guided-coastal-walk.a45146219.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Galway Food Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1114394/aaced096-2fd8-4e93-8acc-ee6ab944bff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway Food Tours 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-food-tours.a1114394.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3403415/2499916f-d792-4083-ab0c-d62a6f0926ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour 1h 15m £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galways-city-centre-a-self-guided-audio-tour.a3403415.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Old Town Latin Quarter Guided Tour Pubs Alleys and Stories](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50397531/41dfdc63-98b4-4f9e-a852-d1fd226ed37c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Town Latin Quarter Guided Tour Pubs Alleys and Stories 2h Free cancellation available £9 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/old-town-latin-quarter-guided-tour-pubs-alleys-and-stories.a50397531.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4995138/d509dd2d-a635-4f52-8c43-f98ebad6fba7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Day Tour 2d Free cancellation available £1,391 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-bunratty-castle-day-tour.a4995138.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Historical Sites in the Burren Co Clare](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2232277/28a83f46-db88-44c9-bbaf-83f070502350.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Historical Sites in the Burren Co Clare 8h Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-electric-bike-tour-of-historical-sites-in-the-burren-co-clare.a2232277.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1431707/866d7841-9b88-4d86-b7dd-f8af5e3f4ad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available £500 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-cliffs-of-moher-day-tour.a1431707.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Ahascragh Distillery Athlone Castle and Sean's Bar Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49394203/97a2e431-218b-4052-8bac-ec59fcb51e65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ahascragh Distillery Athlone Castle and Sean's Bar Private Tour 7h Free cancellation available £565 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ahascragh-distillery-athlone-castle-and-seans-bar-private-tour.a49394203.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Cliffs of Moher 12 Hour Tour from Dublin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50098883/dcd2605e-bcbf-43a3-bf76-2e3847fd4685.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cliffs of Moher 12 Hour Tour from Dublin 12h Free cancellation available £1,035 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-12-hour-tour-from-dublin.a50098883.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Waterways & Westend tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2725225/89bc4d7e-570b-4fb4-bce9-9dfc16eb4dec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterways & Westend tour 3h Free cancellation available £130 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waterways-westend-tour.a2725225.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Private Tour Galway City to Cliffs of Moher](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49964436/65cefa7e-e81e-415c-8ad2-8cf2fa65a2a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour Galway City to Cliffs of Moher 8h Free cancellation available £487 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-galway-city-to-cliffs-of-moher.a49964436.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Cliffs of Moher en route Galway to Dingle – Premium Car Service](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50003550/af239422-657a-45e6-9d71-876cd4475034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cliffs of Moher en route Galway to Dingle – Premium Car Service 7h Free cancellation available £739 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-galway-to-dingle-via-cliffs-of-moher-premium-car-service.a50003550.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![From Doolin: Cliffs of Moher Guided Coastal Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45146219/acb85fca-9565-4de1-930f-6c67aae94614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Doolin: Cliffs of Moher Guided Coastal Walk 4h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-doolin-cliffs-of-moher-guided-coastal-walk.a45146219.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea & Scones - Day Trip to Inisheer from Doolin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5004745/60fd5249-b93b-4071-acdf-231825e04557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea & Scones - Day Trip to Inisheer from Doolin 5h Free cancellation available £109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aran-islands-tour-day-trip-to-inis-oirr-from-doolin.a5004745.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Galway: Guided eBike City Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48049069/418ab80f-46aa-4530-94fa-f6a80752913a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway: Guided eBike City Sightseeing Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-guided-ebike-city-sightseeing-tour.a48049069.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Best of Galway City! - Guided Electric bike tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50009281/f504459b-84ac-442e-ab87-a5c077cbf0ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Best of Galway City! - Guided Electric bike tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/electric-bike-tour-experience-of-galway-city.a50009281.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Cliffs Of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin - Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3973985/a9cf89ed-a42a-4067-9e69-77b76202c23e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cliffs Of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin - Small Group 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-cliffs-of-moher-guided-walking-tour-from-doolin.a3973985.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Historical Sites in the Burren Co Clare](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2232277/28a83f46-db88-44c9-bbaf-83f070502350.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Historical Sites in the Burren Co Clare 8h Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-electric-bike-tour-of-historical-sites-in-the-burren-co-clare.a2232277.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Burren Guided Electric Bike tour with Poulnabrone Portal Tomb](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2721359/ebc1e3a6-413b-4c94-b2de-52b53966e21a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Burren Guided Electric Bike tour with Poulnabrone Portal Tomb 4h Free cancellation available £74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-the-burren-on-electric-bikes.a2721359.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Deep sea fishing Galway Bay. Galway. Private guided. Full / half day.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3365960/66a8d109-88ac-4ebc-b8a6-3f40eb4b70e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Deep sea fishing Galway Bay. Galway. Private guided. Full / half day. 9h Free cancellation available £799 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/deep-sea-fishing-galway-bay-galway-private-guided-full-half-day.a3365960.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Galway: The Irish Dance Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46592843/cb639c02-4433-4059-83be-1f60ea58f454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway: The Irish Dance Experience 1h 30m £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-irish-dance-experience.a46592843.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660072/9ab46f6e-d341-4b93-8163-94e176b93b7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren 2h Free cancellation available £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aran-knitting-history-and-heritage-in-the-burren.a45660072.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Gin-Maker's Tasting & Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46284639/8672b8c9-f664-48d3-839d-3468c5e6e6d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gin-Maker's Tasting & Tour 1h 15m Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gin-makers-tasting-tour.a46284639.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Galway: Gin-Makers Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50447765/956e5bcd-cfcb-45a3-8ec4-9dd1ec5dc988.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway: Gin-Makers Tasting Tour 1h+ Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-gin-makers-tasting-tour.a50447765.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![The Irish Dance Experience in Galway, Ireland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4138133/e042c969-a47d-4dae-908f-44e85c404f9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Irish Dance Experience in Galway, Ireland 1h 30m £27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-irish-dance-experience.a4138133.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Galway: The Irish Dance Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46592843/cb639c02-4433-4059-83be-1f60ea58f454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway: The Irish Dance Experience 1h 30m £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-irish-dance-experience.a46592843.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Tribe Gin School Experience in Galway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46116594/f0d1df8c-6329-4b87-a3bc-5394e39154fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tribe Gin School Experience in Galway 2h 30m Free cancellation available £125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tribe-gin-school-experience-in-galway.a46116594.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Galway Gourmet Adventure: A Culinary Odyssey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47094988/ee4fafa8-f152-435c-9b4e-6e27a395aa93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway Gourmet Adventure: A Culinary Odyssey 2h 30m £1,447 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-gourmet-adventure-a-culinary-odyssey.a47094988.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ![Galway: Traditional Irish Poitin & Gin Distillery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47322830/d824d85a-c153-47c1-bb87-ae586d475083.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway: Traditional Irish Poitin & Gin Distillery Tour 1h 15m Free cancellation available £430 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-traditional-irish-poitin-gin-distillery-tour.a47322830.activity-details?&rid=4993&location=Ballyvaughan&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Ballyvaughan | Number of things to do | 67 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galways-city-centre-a-self-guided-audio-tour.a3403415.activity-details): £8 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/caherconnell-fort-sheepdog-demonstrations.a2711721.activity-details) - [Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Historical Sites in the Burren Co Clare](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-electric-bike-tour-of-historical-sites-in-the-burren-co-clare.a2232277.activity-details) - [Cliffs of Moher and Wild Atlantic Way Luxury Private Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-and-wild-atlantic-way-luxury-private-tour.a50045540.activity-details) - [Walk in Burren National Park Clare. Guided. 4 hours.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walk-within-private-spiritual-walk-burren-co-clare-guided-4-hours.a3491100.activity-details) - [Walking in the Burren with perfumery visit. Clare. Guided 3 hours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-in-the-unique-burren-landscape-perfumery-visit-clare-guided-4-hrs.a999145.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/caherconnell-fort-sheepdog-demonstrations.a2711721.activity-details) - [The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-legendary-walking-tour-of-galway.a45064201.activity-details) - [Galway: Trad on the Prom Ticket with Irish Music and Dancing](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-trad-on-the-prom-ticket-with-irish-music-and-dancing.a44533133.activity-details) - [Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer. Clare. Guided. 3 hours.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-walk-with-local-farmer-clare-guided-3-hours.a3825586.activity-details) - [Trad on the Prom - Ireland's #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trad-on-the-prom-irelands-best-music-song-dance-experience.a46292757.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/caherconnell-fort-sheepdog-demonstrations.a2711721.activity-details) - [Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-and-burren-day-trip-including-dunguaire-castle-aillwee-cave-and-doolin-from-galway.a699353.activity-details) - [From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-galway-aran-islands-cliffs-of-moher-day-cruise.a4818540.activity-details) - [The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-cliffs-of-moher-the-burren-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181661.activity-details) - [The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-legendary-walking-tour-of-galway.a45064201.activity-details) | ## What to do in Ballyvaughan * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Aillwee Cave](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8276b0e13261ea8efeec0e5c0aeeb7c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aillwee Cave Explore the great outdoors at Aillwee Cave, a lovely green space in Ballyvaughan. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aillwee-Cave-Ballyvaughan.d6090309.Attraction) ![Poulnabrone Dolmen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3ad089503a90416d65eefe87f467fdd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poulnabrone Dolmen You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poulnabrone-Dolmen-Ballyvaughan.d6090313.Attraction) ![Caherconnell Stone Fort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4ed53d63d5ebd80c65564adfaa006b17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Caherconnell Stone Fort You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a trip to Caherconnell Stone Fort. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Caherconnell-Stone-Fort-Ballyvaughan.d6090311.Attraction) #### Newtown Castle Newtown Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballyvaughan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newtown-Castle-Newtown.d6219084.Attraction) #### Corcomcoe Abbey You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a visit to Corcomcoe Abbey. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Corcomcoe-Abbey-Ballyvaughan.d6090315.Attraction) #### Burren Birds of Prey Centre Enjoy an outing to Burren Birds of Prey Centre during your stay in Ballyvaughan. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Burren-Birds-Of-Prey-Centre-Ballyvaughan.d553248621532489346.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Ballyvaughan ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newtown 5/5(3 area reviews) Though Newtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aillwee Cave and Poulnabrone Dolmen. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballyvaughan-Newtown.dx553248635976401221) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Ballyvaughan ![Kinvara featuring boating, sailing and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144676-Kinvara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kinvara [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinvara.dx6151794) ![Photo by Mike Kenneally](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f44c548d19fa0f9c89e8187d060ee826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fanore [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fanore.dx6179594) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ballyvaughan worth visiting? > Known for its bars and pubs and underwater activities, discovering awesome things to do in Ballyvaughan is a cinch. Be sure to add Doolin Cave to your trip itinerary while here. ### How do I spend a day in Ballyvaughan? > Doolin Cave and Aillwee Cave are two great places to kick-start your getaway adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and retail options in Ballyvaughan while you're in town too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Ballyvaughan? > Don't leave without exploring Doolin Cave, ranked the top tourist attraction in Ballyvaughan. ### Is three days enough to stay in Ballyvaughan? > You can easily tour popular sights like Aillwee Cave, Newtown Castle and Burren Birds of Prey Centre with a three-day escape to Ballyvaughan. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so linger longer and head to Galway. ### Is Ballyvaughan a walkable city? > Some leading attractions in Ballyvaughan, such as Aillwee Cave and Newtown Castle, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kms (1 mile) from the city centre of Ballyvaughan is Newtown and Bishops Quarter is 3 kms (2 miles) away. ### What are some activities to do in Ballyvaughan with kids? > Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Ballyvaughan with kids. > > > > - [Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/caherconnell-fort-sheepdog-demonstrations.a2711721.activity-details) > - [Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-and-burren-day-trip-including-dunguaire-castle-aillwee-cave-and-doolin-from-galway.a699353.activity-details) > - [From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-galway-aran-islands-cliffs-of-moher-day-cruise.a4818540.activity-details) > - [The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-cliffs-of-moher-the-burren-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181661.activity-details) > - [The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-legendary-walking-tour-of-galway.a45064201.activity-details) ### What to do in Ballyvaughan for adults? > Poulnabrone Dolmen and Burren Perfumery are just a few of the things to do in Ballyvaughan. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience. ### Are there free things to do in Ballyvaughan? > In Ballyvaughan, Cahercommaun is a popular spot for anyone planning to experience the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for ideas. It's a great way to discover the best free things to do in Ballyvaughan. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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