Free self-guided walk · Galway

Eyre Square to the Spanish Arch

A free self-guided walk in Galway, from Eyre Square along Shop Street through the Latin Quarter to the Spanish Arch and the Claddagh.

Distance
0.9 km
Walking time
12 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Galway on foot.

Listen for buskers on Shop Street.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Afternoon into evening.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Eyre Square

    Start in the square.

  2. Lynch's Castle

    A medieval town house.

  3. St Nicholas' Church

    A medieval church.

  4. Quay Street

    The Latin Quarter.

  5. Spanish Arch

    Finish at the arch.

Tips

  • The Saturday market is by St Nicholas'.
  • Cross to the Claddagh for views back.
  • Pubs have music most nights.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.