Take a stroll with us through our beautiful Galway City!
There’s something magical about Galway City, a place where history and vibrant modern life blend effortlessly. And we are very proud of our heritage, that’s why we included some of the iconic Galway City landmarks in our labels bottle. Join us on a walk through some of Galway’s most charming streets!
Eyre Square and Brownes Door.
starting in Eyre Square. As you arrive in to Galway City one of the first things you will encounter is Eyre Square.
There’s something magical about Galway City, a place where history and vibrant modern life blend effortlessly. Join me on a walk through its charming streets, starting in Eyre Square. Here, the iconic sails stand proudly, symbolizing the 13 Tribes of Galway—the powerful merchant families who once ruled the city. Nearby, you’ll spot Browne’s Door, a beautifully preserved remnant of the Browne family’s grand house, offering a glimpse into Galway’s past.
Head on down Galway's lively Shop Street
Just a skip and a jump from Eyre Square, take a lively walk down Shop Street, where buskers take the the streets to fill the air with music, adding to the city’s infectious energy. Along the way, we pass Lynch’s Castle, a medieval fortress now housing an AIB bank. Step inside the vestibule, where you can learn about the influential Lynch family, one of the original 13 Tribes of Galway.
Continuing our journey, we reach the historic King’s Head pub. Here, take a left onto Market Street, where the weekend Galway Market offers an array of local goods, from artisan crafts to fresh produce. Treat yourself to a delicious crêpe before stepping inside St. Nicholas’ Church, a medieval treasure where Christopher Columbus is rumored to have prayed before his voyage to the New World.
Just around the corner you’ll find Lynch’s Window, tied to one of Galway’s most infamous of legends. It is said that in the 1490s, Mayor James Lynch FitzStephen hanged his own son from this very window for the murder of a young Spaniard, leading to the local belief that this is where the verb “to be lynched” came from. Though historically untrue, the story remains a fascinating part of Galway’s lore.
The Latin Quarter, The Ring and the glorious Sparch.
Enter the Latin Quarter. Filled with bustling restaurants and bars such as The Kings Head, Taffes, Neachton’s, The Quay’s Bar or Kirwan’s Lane Restaurant you are sure to have a good time in this amazing area in Galway City. As your making your way down Quay Street make sure to pop into Thomas Dillon’s Jewelers—the birthplace of the Claddagh Ring and the Claddagh Ring Museum.
This famous ring, with its heart symbolising love, its hands symbolising friendship, and a crown for loyalty, has become an enduring emblem of Irish heritage the world over.
A visit to Claddagh & Celtic Jewelery at the end of Quay Street is a must, if you are looking to hear more about the ring’s fascinating history and how it should be worn from locals.
