Nothing beats a good ghost story to get those hairs standing on the back of your neck, so if you’re a thrill seeker of the paranormal kind, then you’re in luck! Ireland has a long, turbulent, and bloody history, so it’s only natural that haunted places and paranormal activity can be found all over the country.

It’ll come as no surprise then to learn that Galway itself has a long history of paranormal activity and ghost stories. From spirits roaming ruins of castles and manor houses, to strange sightings in lakes, to roadside ghosts, and much more, you can read about the unusual and scary reports that were recorded down throughout the years.

Even if you’re a non-believer or simply just not a fan of paranormal activities, some of the spookiest locations can still be worth a visit for their beautiful architecture, jaw-dropping locations, or fascinating history alone. Read about the scary reports of hautings and paranormal activity from numerous locations throughout Galway below and enjoy the spine-tingling suspense of what might still roam there.