Outdoor Attractions in Galway City

River Corrib Report an error with this listing

Flows from Lough Corrib through Galway to Galway Bay. The river has only a length of six kilometres from the lough to the Atlantic. It is also among the most powerful, especially after a few days rain. It is popular with local whitewater kayakers and is the training ground of NUI, Galway Kayak club, as well as several rowing clubs.

Co. Galway

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Spanish Arch Report an error with this listing

A set of arches built in 1584 as an extension of the city walls of Galway and intended to protect the city's river quays. The Spanish Arch is located on the banks of the River Corrib directly across from The Claddagh..

In 1755, the arches were partially destroyed by the tsunami generated by the 1755 Lisbon earthquake.

Galway City, Co. Galway

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Millennium Children's Park Report an error with this listing

Park located next to one of the city's many canals

Galway City, Co. Galway

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Salthill Beach Report an error with this listing

Blue Flag Beach 2km from Galway City.

Salthill, Co. Galway

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