Quay Street
Quay Street
4.5
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_mdecoe
Sanford, MI172 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Galway is OK. It is a lot of pubs with a few shops. There are a lot of restaurants, but you need to make a reservation at the good ones. I believe this is the city that has the bar with multiple entrances from different roads, walking into a gin bar or whiskey bar, etc.. it was just pure genus. Not impressed with music in bars. I won’t stay in Galway again.
Written 14 April 2022
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Nancy G
La Mesa, CA278 contributions
May 2022
This spot can get crowded so if Covid afraid wear your mask. We stumbled upon at least three separate groups of local musicians. Lots of food choices as well and leads down to the water
Written 31 May 2022
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John L
Grand Bend, Canada2,180 contributions
Oct 2022
Even in a driving rainstorm, it is impossible not to fall in love with Galway (aka city of tribes), the 'capital' of Western Ireland located on the Atlantic. Quay Street, the pedestrianized street in the heart of the city, is filled with pubs playing traditional music, colourful shop facades, and enough restaurants and shops to satisfy every shopper. Galway is known for it seaside location, traditional music, cobbled streets, festivals and its lively culture, art and food. This was one of my favourite cities in Ireland ... possibly my very favourite ... and a return is high on my to-do list, hopefully during one of the city's many festivals.
Written 20 January 2023
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Edwelsh
North Canton, OH7,226 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We walked down Quay street and the , oddly named, Latin Quarter. Busy and full of energy. Some nice shops, and pubs, we may have tried a few. We enjoyed the talented musicians playing on street corners.
Written 3 September 2023
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Jordan
Columbus, OH285 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
My husband and I walked around this area and the Latin Quarter for 30-45 minutes on a tour pit stop. Very, very busy and crowded area. Keep an eye on your kids and leash your dogs! Plenty of shops, pubs, and restaurants. We also saw a few buskers plus a man and his dog makong some engravings. Not sure how crucial a role the dog played in the process.
Written 8 July 2023
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Ms F
Melbourne, Australia97 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
The street is really lively with great buskers and general shops. However the crowds can get a bit too hectic on Friday afternoons and weekends. Also didn’t like the number of smokers who thought it was ok to breathe their cigarettes on a baby.
Written 22 March 2020
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Chef Boy
Washington DC, DC85 contributions
Oct 2021
We really liked Galway and the action is all in and near the Latin Quarter. There is about a 70,000 perm pop here with another 25,000 college students and they all party in about a 5 block radius in and near the Latin Quarter. A fun town!
Written 20 October 2021
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Gerald N
Boston, MA8 contributions
Apr 2022
If you enjoy Irish music, culture and great Guinness, then get yourself to Quay Street! Each pub is unique! And the craic is great. We met a friend of my uncle (who has passed) in Tig Coli and heard some great stories about him. That was made my trip.
Written 10 May 2022
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia2,180 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
Street nicely designed and in the heart of the city, lot of shops and places to eat or drink.
But I found it more overcrowded and chaotic to enjoy, maybe I went on a busier day than normal and missed the charm of the street.
It did look like it had many historical buildings that could be enjoyed.
But I found it more overcrowded and chaotic to enjoy, maybe I went on a busier day than normal and missed the charm of the street.
It did look like it had many historical buildings that could be enjoyed.
Written 27 July 2023
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Kathrine
Pennsylvania609 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We weren't impressed. Way too many people bumping into each other. A few shops were cute but many of the stores I see back in my own hometown area. Some of the pubs looked fun but we ate outside of the main area.
Written 22 May 2023
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I'm going to galway on the 28th July-1st August, I'm going to the races on the Monday and Wednesday. I absolutely adore the saw doctors and want to experience traditional galway music. Any recommendations are very welcome! P.s I love traditional food too so restaurant recommendations are appropriated.
Written 8 June 2019
All. Meals we ate in this area were great as was the music. Recommend you check the menus and music planned neater to the time f your visit.
Written 9 June 2019
What are the best things to do in Galway in November?
Written 25 July 2018
What Hotel would be the closest to the City to stay in. Doesn't have to be right in the City, as long as its only a 5-10 min walk, for a elderly. And a safe area. Thanks MaryJ.
Written 22 July 2018
There are loads, so it depends on your budget. Jurys Inn would be very central, it's just off Quay St or the Meyrick which is on Eyre Square and close to the Bus & Rail Station. Connacht Hotel outside the city but there is a good bus route.
Written 25 July 2018
Planning to be in Galway mid-week - is it worth a two night stay for a married couple in their 40's? We love local pubs and shopping, but don't want to be in the midst of a spring break rager! I can't tell if Quay Street is crazy like Duval Street in Key West, or just lively and busy.
Written 26 March 2018
A Tripadvisor member
2 nites perfect the uni kids are all off now until after Easter and the buzz isn't usually a 'spring break type buzz' it's a Good feel and there are clubs and pubs for your age and older ! That's why it's so popular something for everyone . There is lots of food , pubs, clubs etc to choose from. There's good shopping and lots of sightseeing of you wanted to do a bit of touring outside the city there is lots. A 2 day break is perfect. In winter it's the right amount of time - in summer you could even do another day ! It's by and large a safe city too. One piece of advice - wear flats no heels- city is cobbled! :)
Written 26 March 2018
We plan to visit in March. Is there a lot of activity still going on at Quay Street that time of year?
Written 6 January 2018
Yes!! It was bustling every time we were there, and when talking to some restaurant servers in the area it seems to always be.
Written 18 January 2018
Martina C
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Hi we’re a group of six girls wanting to find good authentic Irish traditional music, coming to state this coming weekend.. any tips or advice.. recommendations welcomed 👍🏼☘️🇨🇮 1081913
Written 21 November 2017
I recommend The Trad on The Prom at the Galway Bay but they may be already done fir the season at this time sorry u might still call by the Galway Bay hotel on the Promenade.
Written 2 December 2017
Went to restaurant here last November...really good. Not sure
what it was called...maybe Quay Restaurant,Quay st.
Thanks
Ger Walsh
Written 15 April 2017
We went to excellent restaurant here last year.....think it was called Quay Restaurant......sound right? In Galway next weekend,will probably seek it out!
Ger Walsh
Written 15 April 2017
Will pubs and other businesses be open Easter Sunday? We are on a tour and in Galway that day... we do not want to be just sitting in a hotel with nothing to do...
Written 20 February 2017
Just keep in Mind that good Friday is the only day in the year when no alcohol is sold in Ireland. Apart from that you should be fine not like Christmas day where towns and streets are like ghost towns.
Written 17 March 2017
_hanlie_slabbert
Pretoria, South Africa
We are going to visit Quay Street in June and would like to experience pubs and especially live music. We have 2 toddlers (3 and 5 years old) that will be travelling with us. Are children allowed in pubs at night?
Written 11 February 2017
Children are allowed in pubs until 9.30pm. Hope u have a great holiday.
Written 17 May 2017
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