Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Loughrea

"Dating back to 1320, this church is Ireland’s largest medieval parish church hosting regular services. It is dedicated to St Nicholas of Myra, the patron saint of seafarers and constructed from Galway’s signature grey limestone. In the middle of the 17th century the largest body of Irish genealogical lore, Leabhar na nGenealach, recording the heritage of families across Ireland, was written at this very place."

"A 14th century church near the banks of the Corrib in the heart of Galway city, the name ‘St Nicholas’ is a reference to the Patron Saint of children (modern day Santa Claus). The external walls of St Nicholas contain the unlikely combination of two mermaids, a lion, a dragon, gargoyles and a number of human heads."

"A post shared by jilp24 (@jilp24) on Apr 8, 2018 at 4:37pm PDT. A post shared by jilp24 (@jilp24) on Apr 8, 2018 at 4:16pm PDT. St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church holds the distinction of being the largest medieval parish church in continuous use."

"Moody and evocative, this marvellous ruined former Cistercian abbey is 1.5km inland from Bellharbour, in a quiet green hollow, surrounded by the stark grey Burren hillsides. It began its long decline in the 15th century but the surviving vaulting in the presbytery and transepts is impressively intact and some striking Romanesque carvings remain."

"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."

"Its location is optimal, right in the heart of the city, so if you’re out and about or doing a pub crawl, chances are you’ll come pretty close to it at some point. Like many places in Ireland, it’s been around a long time (150 years as a pub, in a 400-year-old building), so it’s ripe with history, stories, and charm. The Galway bar is popular with all ages, and you’ll find a mix of tourists and locals."

"Serving good, traditional ales around Shop Street in Galway for over 150 years is Taaffes Bar. The traditional atmosphere of the pub can be felt in all corners of the bar, from the cozy lighting to the timberwork of the chairs and tables. The finest Guinness and dry stouts are greatly recommended by the locals and visitors alike."

"Taaffes Bar is a pub that’s located in a building that is 400 years old!. The pub itself has been open for over 150 years now. Though it can get quite busy, it’s a spot worth at least visiting once during your trip to Galway."

"More than just a hotel dining room, the formal and fashionable AA Rosette Award-Winning Restaurant Gigi's is one of the top places to dine in Galway. Despite Gigi's unique and cool location, in the stunning g Hotel. it's the quality of food that comes from the kitchen, that really captures guests’...See More"

"Milliner Philip Treacy, a native of Galway, turns hotel designer at the G, a five-star property with 101 rooms and suites on the edge of the city. The location, at the front of a retail park, is unusual, and the décor not to everyone’s taste, but many guests are won over by the food and comfortable rooms."

"Whether you’re working from home or just need a break from the kitchen, Seacrest Kafe is back open for lunch!. Yes, you heard us, Sam and the team are back in business for collection orders. Offering two of their best selling sambos, along with their usual baked treats, you’ll be spoilt for choice at Seacrest Kafe!"

"Near Athenry, you will find a forest walk to enjoy with your little explorers called the Carrabane Forest Walk. There is a looped trail that is composed of gravel (so not really buggy-friendly) that crosses streams and over bridges that kids and dogs will love. Take a picnic to enjoy, and if you are visiting in autumn, take a food container so the kids can do some blackberry picking."

"Enquiries: Recreation & Amenity Department Galway City Council City Hall College Road Galway Tel: (091) 536565 E mail: parks@galwaycity.ie"

"Enquiries: Recreation & Amenity Department Galway City Council City Hall College Road Galway Tel: (091) 536565 E mail: parks@galwaycity.ie"