Galway (/ ˈɡɔːlweɪ / gawl-way; Gaillimh, pronounced [ˈɡal̠ʲɪvʲ] ⓘ) is a city in (and the county town of) county galway. It lies on the river corrib between lough corrib and galway bay.
Galway is one of the brightest and most intriguing jewels of the west of ireland. The cathedral of our lady assumed into heaven and saint nicholas, galway, was dedicated on 15 august 1965, and as such is the youngest of europe's great stone cathedrals. Once a small fishing village, galway grew in strength in the 13th century to become a prosperous walled town ruled by 14 merchant families, known as the tribes of galway.
We’ve compiled all the information you need on how to get to galway and how to navigate around galway city and county once you’re here, so you don’t have to worry about it. 4 days agogalway is a city and seaport located in western ireland, located on the northern shore of galway bay. It is the seat of county galway.
Jul 28, 2025compact galway, curving its tangled lanes lined with colorful storefronts around galway bay, is one of ireland 's most picturesque cities. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or an extended stay, there are countless things to see and do in galway. Mar 26, 2025discover our ultimate guide to galway city.
Keep reading to see the best things to see, do and experience in galway city. Some travelers recommended day trips from galway to destinations like the aran islands, cliffs of moher, connemara, and the burren.
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