Best Arts and Culture Places in Cong

"This charming place on Quay Street, easily recognisable by its distinct yellow door, is a local favourite among caffeine junkies and art lovers alike. The socially-aware business works with a variety of fair-trade international roasters, many of them paying farmers above market value, so you can sip what many call the best coffee in Galway and do good at the same time. Besides their coffee, we love the artsy vibe at Coffeewerk + Press."

"From the little yellow door to the charmingly illustrated cups, Coffeewerk+Press is one of the city's most popular spots for a dose of caffeine and it's no wonder why. Marrying speciality coffee with art and design, this is a socially aware space that's made us all a little bit obsessed with our daily brew. They've also got all the materials you need to recreate the taste at home, so make sure to check them out."

"This coffee house in the heart of Galway roasts its own, chosen from suplier who "exemplify ethical business practice". Part cafe, shop and gallery - even its coffee cups are works of art."

"Galway’s contemporary arts hub, the Galway Arts Centre is another revolving exhibition space that takes in an incredible array of local art and entertainment, including theatre and visual arts. The gallery is equally fluid, with a penchant for cartoony modern art and statement sculpture. There are classes, too, if you feel like getting your hands dirty."

"In 2020, Galway City and County will host hundreds of events throughout the year, with the aim of empowering communities to unite through culture, to create something amazing. Above all, it’s going to be a year of fun, exhilarating experiences and making life transforming connections. Whether you’re visiting or a resident here, experiencing Galway throughout 2020 will offer an enriching, fun-filled and life-changing experience."

"Known for quality breakfast options in a truly unique environment, Jungle Cafe serves up tasty treats including plates, sandwiches and much more. With friendly staff and an all round convivial atmosphere, the regulars at Jungle Cafe keep coming back for a taste of both the food and the fun vibes. Highlights on the menu at Jungle Cafe include smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, porridge and delicious homemade crepes as well as some of the finest coffee available in Galway."

"Chilled-out vibes, outdoor seating (corrugated Perspex roof for rain cover…this is Ireland after all) and leafy forest-esque décor. This is Galway’s answer to a tropical oasis."

"Sort of an alternative brunch, Ard Bia runs the gauntlet from quinoa with smoked salmon, pomegranate and pistachio to French toast stuffed with meltybrie and pear. It’s not our fault if you immediately drop everything to go there now."

"Tucked away behind Spanish Arch, this quirky spot serves many key brunch dishes with a twist. Ard Bia at Nimmos’ buttermilk pancakes come with mascarpone, which is certainly not your typical topping."

"More of an art house serving best brunches in town than a restaurant per se. This place is hip to the bone!. Dj workshops, talks about this and that and dinners …"

"The Secret Garden is well known as one of those cosy cafés with a great range of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options (not to mention a very cute cat that will actively let you love him). What’s great about having a place like this in Galway is the atmosphere - when you enter, you’re greeted by friendly staff, great décor and heady aromas. If you’re a tea lover, you’ll feel right at home since The Secret Garden offer more than 100 different types of tea from around the world!"

"Sip tiě guān yīn oolong tea – or any other leaf from an impressive selection – in the comfy front room of this art-filled teahouse or in the charming stone-walled garden out the back. Live contemporary Irish..."

"This appealing Pan Asian restaurant in Galway city centre is loosely based on the ancient Chinese Tea House concept (a café centred around tea drinking) and decorated with furnishings from Asia, Cambodia and Thailand. More sophisticated than mo ..."

"Decorated with rattan seats and bamboo lampshades, this stylish, low-lit restaurant serves well-executed pan-Asian dishes that range from Malaysian to Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese, including outstanding tom yum..."

"Average Rating - 4.3Total Number of Ratings - 50+Location - GalwayAverage price - ££££Review - very good spicey box. View Umbrella Asian Tapas Menu"

"A symbol of Irish heritage, the famous Claddagh ring actually originated in Galway. In the nearby neighbourhood going by the same name, which was once a fishing village. At the Claddagh museum and workshop you’ll discover the legend of ring and may even see some being made."

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"This easy-to-miss spot on the corner of Galway’s main parade is marked by a medieval-like fortified house structure and a bizarre ape-like gargoyle. The 15th-century ‘castle’ is not often open throughout, with much of it now occupied by a local bank, but a walk around the back will give you a glance at a heartwrenching piece of Galway history. The castle is home to the spot where the Lord Mayor hanged his own son who had murdered a Spanish visitor who winked at his girlfriend."

"At the corner of Shop Street and Abbeygate Street is a robust limestone house that stands apart from the buildings around it. This is Lynch’s Castle, a fortified house that could go back as far as the 14th century but got its current design in the 16th century. The house afforded extra protection from raids to its owners, the Lynch family who had Anglo-Norman roots and were one of the 14 tribes that held sway in Galway in the period."