Check out Connemara using Galway Car Hire

Once you arrive in Galway, and you've sorted out car hire, it's time to get exploring. Luckily you have one of the world's most beautiful regions on your doorstep in Connemara.

But what to do once you get there? There's a massive argument for just driving and enjoying the stunning scenery, but there's also a host of unique activities you can take part in. Here's a brief taster.

• Brigit's Garden, Roscahill - This honely attraction hosts a roundhouse, ring fort and stone chamber, aswell as a tea shop with home-baked goods. Best of all, it's a non-profit project and runs educational programmes for adults and kids!
• Corrib Cruises - The majestic Lough Corrib looks even better from the open deck of a boat. Both day and night cruises are offered all year-round.
• Dun Aonghasa, Aran Islands - Perhaps the Islands' most famous attraction, this stone fort in set at the edge of a cliff with a 300ft drop to the ocean below.