Galway Market
Galway & The West
Copyright: Milada Vigerova/UnsplashGalway Market
The Galway Market is a vibrant and bustling open-air market that has been a fixture of Galway's city centre for centuries. Every Saturday and Sunday, local traders and artisans gather in the historic St Nicholas Churchyard to sell their goods — from fresh produce to handmade crafts. The Market is also a hub of community activity, where locals and visitors come together to socialise, listen to live music, and soak up the lively atmosphere.
Useful Information
- Address: 7 Lombard Street, Galway
- Phone: +353 83 847 8930
- Address: Sat 8am–6pm, Sun noon–6pm
- Address: In July and August, the market is also open on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from noon–6pm and every day during the Galway Arts Festival from noon–6pm
Shopping
When it comes to shopping, Galway boasts a mix of high-street stores, boutique shops, markets, and independent retailers, making it an excellent destination for shopping enthusiasts. Its main shopping area is along Shop Street, a pedestrianised street lined with shops, restaurants, and cafés. Here you can find popular high-street stores such as H&M, River Island, and Zara, as well as local boutiques offering unique and handcrafted items. Galway also has a number of markets, including the Galway Market, which is held every Saturday and Sunday in the city's historic St Nicholas Church. And if you're looking for a more upscale shopping experience, the city also has the Eyre Square Shopping Centre, which has over 70 shops, including department stores, fashion boutiques, and speciality shops.
Copyright: Milada Vigerova/Unsplash
Copyright: Don Pablo/Shutterstock.com
Copyright: NaiyanaB/Shutterstock.com
Copyright: Uximetc pavel/Shutterstock.com
Copyright: Creative Lab/Shutterstock.com
Copyright: freestocks/Unsplash
Copyright: Hans/Pixabay
