Our Recommendation on Things to do, Restaurants & Pubs to enjoy!
Indulge in fabulous fresh Clarenbridge Oysters, fresh brownbread, and delicous fresh Guinness at Moran's of the Weir! Located at the mouth of the Dunkellin & Clarenbridge Rivers - the Clarenbridge oyster bed consists of 700 acres of sea-bed. Oyster beds require a combination of fresh and sea water. The Clarenbridge Oyster Bed is a natural bed. It is not cultivated in any way.
Visit website: Moran’s Oyster Cottage Kilcolgan
Built over 300 years ago as a traditional thatched cottage with a small pub and post office, in the 1990’s Linnane’s Bar was extended, opening up the back to the wonderful views of the bay. Family-run with focus on sourcing seafood locally. Delicious fresh Guinness to go with the oysters, and also have a wide selection of Irish Craft Beers. A Perfect day out - fresh sea airs, a walk along the Flaggy Shore, and glass of Guinness & platter of Oysters or Seafood to round it all off...
Visit website: Linnanes Seafood Bar New Quay
The National University of Galway's James Hardiman Library is an important repository of special collections & medieval papers on the history of Galway, rich in offering insights into heritage, archeology and family movements over the centuries. The Library is a catalyst for scholarly information-discovery, sharing, and publication.
Visit website: Tracing your Family origins
Galway City Museum has three floors of exciting exhibitions engaging visitors in the archaeology, history and sea science of Galway. Located centrally at the Spanish Arch, the attraction is one of Galway’s most popular cultural hotspots providing a wonderful insight into many interesting historical and heritage themes of Ireland!
Visit website: Galway City Museum