Galway Atlantaquaria
Aquariums are places that delight and excite visitors of all ages. Galway Atlantaquaria is the National Aquarium of Ireland. Located on the ocean front in Salthill, less than a 10 min walk from our Hotel in Galway. Galway Atlantaquaria houses 150 species of marine and freshwater life. See and research crabs, sea horses, octopus and freshwater trout in realistic and spacious tanks. Galway Atlantaquaria even has a touch pool where the ‘brave visitors’ can get to grips with starfish and crabs.
Website: www.nationalaquarium.ie
The Planet – Leisure World Galway
Planet Leisure caters for all the family. For the kids they have Cosmo’s Funworld and Galaxy Games. For the adults they have the Satellite Bar and Star Lanes. There are also a wide range of party food available at the Apollo Diner. Parties are the speciality from Kiddies birthdays to corporate nights, bowling fundraisers to family celebrations.
Website: www.planetleisure.ie
City Limits
City Limits is the ultimate in family entertainment, an emporium of indoor adventure for all ages. From activities in Zero Limits, demanding physical and mental strengths, to the fully themed Amazonia Restaurant allowing you to indulge your senses with mouth-watering steaks, pizzas, deserts and cocktails.
Website: www.citylimits.ie
Seapoint Leisure
Seapoint Leisure is situated in the heart of Salthill Village. This family run business has been providing entertainment for all the family for over 20 years. The arcade is packed with all the latest video and redemption games with kiddie rides for the younger visitors. Over 18’s can enjoy the casino which includes a wide variety of the newest and most exciting games. Cash Bingo Games are held every Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 8.30 p.m. and visitors are welcome.
Website: www.seapointleisure.ie
Monkey Business
Galway’s Indoor Adventure Centre for Kids. Your little ones are guaranteed to have a fun filled day after exploring 3 stories of climbing frames, slides, ball ponds, bouncy castles and much more. Monkey Business also has a popular toddlers section. Kids Parties, tour groups, school tours are all catered for. Full coffee shop available.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MonkeyBusinessGalway
Crazy Golf (In Leisureland)
Don’t have the patience for the real thing? Try Crazy Golf at Leisureland in Salthill. Fun for all as you negotiate the tricky course which includes crazy obsticales, hidden dips and tunnels.
Website: www.galwayleisureland.com
Barna Woods
Get away from all the noise and enjoy the calm surroundings of Barna Woods. Listen to the wind in the trees and observe the spectacular flora that adds colour to this beautiful area. Even though it is located just on the boundries of Galway City you will do well to remember that you are so close Salthill village.
Website: www.galwaybarnawoods.com
Cinemas [Eye and IMC Cinema Galway]
There are two mainstream cinemas in Galway, the Eye Cinema and IMC Cinema Galway
Websites: www.eyecinema.ie and www.imccinemas.ie/home.asp?venue=galway.