10 Museums in Galway That You Shouldn't Miss

October 17, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

For visitors, the best thing about Galway is that you can walk everywhere. As soon as you arrive, enjoy a walk through the city streets. There, you'll find lively pubs, independent shops and winding cobblestone streets packed with students, artists, writers and craftspeople. You may even hear Gaelic spoken. For a day trip, take a ferry to the island of Inis Mor. You'll return refreshed by the ocean air and Inis Mor's breathtaking scenery. Oh, and be sure to wear sunscreen on the island, no matter how chilly it is. (Just trust us, okay?)
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10 Upper Abbeygate Street, Galway eire Ireland +353 87 769 2014 [email protected] http://www.vandaluddy.com
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Vanda Art Gallery

2. Computer and Communications Museum of Ireland

Insight Centre for Data Analytics, Galway H91 AEX4 Ireland +353 87 293 5106 [email protected] http://ccmireland.com/
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Computer and Communications Museum of Ireland

The museum tells the fascinating story of key moments in the history of communications. Yet it is designed to be more than just a tribute to the past and a collection of historical artifacts. For it has a central tenet of inspiring today’s youth to consider science and engineering careers by highlighting the importance of innovation to human progress and the crucial contributions of young people.

3. The Legend of the Claddagh Ring

26 Shop Street, Galway Ireland +353 91 562 554 [email protected] http://claddaghlegend.com/
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The Legend of the Claddagh Ring

Explore the history and folklore behind the iconic Claddagh ring. Watch the legend of the Claddagh Ring where you will follow Richard Joyce on his epic journey and how the Claddagh Ring came to be. Explore your Irish heritage and learn about the famous fishing village in which the ring was named after.

4. The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge, Galway Ireland +353 91 564 946 http://visitgalway.ie/fisheries-tower-museum
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4.5 based on 124 reviews

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

Reviewed By priceconscious

The smallest museum ever but full of really interesting information about the fishing industry in Galway

5. Galway Arts Centre

47 Dominick St. and 23 Nuns Island, Galway Ireland +353 91 565 886 [email protected]
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Galway Arts Centre

A cultural center for literary and visual arts and the home to an impressive Irish art gallery.

6. Galway City Museum

Galway City Museum Spanish Parade, Galway Ireland +353 91 532 460 http://www.galwaycitymuseum.ie
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Galway City Museum

Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia

The Galway Museum illustrates Galways's long history, going back to medieval times. Galway's connection with the sea is prominent. The modern era deserves well-earned attention. The Museum is by the river, it is easy to find. The museum is moderately large, it's worth a couple of hours. Entry is gratis.

7. James Mitchell Geology Museum

Main Quadrangle of the National University of Ireland, Galway Ireland http://www.nuigalway.ie/eos/museum/museum.html
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James Mitchell Geology Museum

8. The Claddagh Ring Museum

Quay Street, Galway Ireland +353 91 566 365 http://www.claddaghring.ie
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The Claddagh Ring Museum

Reviewed By prranch8250 - Millington, United States

Small museum of the history of the Claddagh RIng.. had a book of famous people that had visited.. Very interesting..

9. Dartfield Irelands Horse and Heritage Centre

Loughrea Co Galway, Galway KILKREEKIL Ireland +353 91 843 968 [email protected] http://dartfield.com
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Dartfield Irelands Horse and Heritage Centre

10. Nora Barnacle House

8 Bowling Green, Galway Ireland +353 91 564 743 [email protected] http://www.norabarnacle.com/
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Nora Barnacle House

The childhood home of James Joyce's wife has been restored as a museum commemorating the lives of the Joyces.

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