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Galway

Galway (Irish: Gaillimh) is the county town of County Galway on the west coast of Ireland. It's Ireland's fourth-largest city, with a population in 2024 of 85,000, but its historic centre on the east bank of the River Corrib is compact. Galway is a colourful party town with live music and revellers spilling onto its pedestrianised central street. It's also a base for exploring the scenic surrounding county.

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    An Taibhdhearc

    The national Irish language theatre. It has produced some of Ireland's most celebrated actors.

    Box Office Tue–Fri 10AM–5PM, Sat noon–5PM

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    Corrib Princess river cruises

    Corrib Princess is a 157-seat river boat that sails from Woodhead Quay, east bank of the river just above the weir, for 90-min cruises up the Corrib into the lough.

    May–Sep, closed MondaysAdult €20

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    Galway Races

    They host four events a year: Summer Festival is a week in late July and early Aug, then they have two days early Sept, a day early Oct and three days late Oct. These are jumps races, which include "chases", similar rules but without jumps.

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    Town Hall Theatre

    The THT features plays, music, dance, comedy and of course panto. They run three venues: the main auditorium has only 400 seats, so it's cosy and suits many performances but is a bit small for grand occasions. Studio Space also in the square has 52 seats. Black Box, 500 m north on Dyke Road, has 600 seats and is more suitable for a rock concert.

    Box office Mon–Sat 10AM–7:30PM, Sundays an hour before the showBabies under 2 free

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    Druid Theater

    A small and independent but highly acclaimed theatre.