Galway City Museum in Galway: photos, reviews

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Galway City Museum in Galway, Ireland, offers a fascinating glimpse into Irish history with a special focus on the city's own rich heritage. With an impressive average Google rating of 4.4, this attraction features an array of captivating artifacts, from remarkable examples of early metalwork to the intriguing story of the Claddagh ring and its creator, Richard Joyce. Designed with families in mind, the museum is a child-friendly venue that includes a sensory space and numerous seating areas to relax while enjoying informative video displays. Visitors can explore all this and more for free, though donations are welcomed to support the museum's ongoing endeavors. Set aside 1-2 hours for your visit to fully appreciate the insights into the past that this museum provides.

Recommended visit time

1-2 hours

Features

Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children, Wheelchair accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Jury's Hotel

Bus stop 102 m walk

Spanish Parade (Jurys Hotel)

Bus stop 79 m walk

Spanish Parade (Spanish Arch)

Bus stop 111 m walk

Galway, Jurys Hotel

Bus stop 121 m walk

Spanish Arch

Bus stop 98 m walk

Galway, Merchants Road Galway

Bus station 263 m walk

4.5

based on 2,592 reviews

Google

4.5/5 2,533 reviews

Facebook

4.9/5 59 reviews

T. B.

Interessante Ausstellungen bei freiem Eintritt.

Ivonne Stel

Very interesting place

Timo Schleicher

Great museum about Irelands history. Free admission. Only negative point: Too much information - 60% of it would be totally sufficient.

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Galway City Museum

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