Attractions in County Galway City
County Galway is a very traditional county in Ireland with numerous attractions and activities which tourists can enjoy while staying Galway City. Here in Galway City you can be guaranteed that there is fun for all the family and your stay will be most enjoyable.
Galway Cathedral
Galway Cathedral is one of the many places in Galway City to visit, it offers vitiors a unique insight into the religious past of Galway county and the city itself. Along with its history, it confronts people with beautiful design and a facinating array of architectural wonders. Be excited about visiting Galway Cathedral and the many other attractions in Galway.
The Galway Comedy Festival
If you're in Galway between the 21st and the 25th of October, you might want to check out the Galway Comedy festival, here to entertain you with laughs, giggles, smiles and more! If you want to find out exactly whats going on, visit their website at www.galwaycomedyfestival.com
Galway Races
The Galway Races is certainly a festival for everyone. The Festival runs for seven consecutive days at Galway Racecourse starting from the last Monday in July each year. Adrenalin-pumping action, heart-stopping finishes and breath-taking fashion; you are at the Galway Races. Situated on the outskirts of Galway city, in the West of Ireland, the Galway Racecourse is the place to be. For more information go to their website www.galwayraces.com
Galway City Museum
The museum is situated behind the famous Spanish Arch, overlooking the River Corrib and the ancient Claddagh village. The Museum houses exhibitions which explore aspects of the history and heritage of Galway. Visit the Galway City Museum at www.galwaycitymusem.ie
Nora Barnacle House Museum
The Nora Barnacle House, Bowling Green, Galway was built in the 1800s. The smallest house in the street, its accommodation consists of two rooms and a tiny back yard. The ground floor room served as a kitchen, dining room, and often a bedroom.
St. Nicholas Church
The Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas is the largest medieval parish church in Ireland in continuous use as a place of worship. Founded in 1320, this Church of Ireland (Anglican) church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Myra, the patron saint of seafarers. Visit the churches website on www.stnicholas.ie