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The Spanish Arch

Spanish Arch, Galway, Ireland
353-91-563081
Ranked #33 of 63 attractions in Galway
3.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Bridges, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Traveler Description: The Spanish Arch was once an extension of the Galway city wall from Martin's Tower to the River Corrib. It was contructed in 1584 as a measure to... more »
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Lovely area to sit and relax by the River Corrib as it enters the sea. The Arch is part of the old city wall. There are many restaurants on Quay Street on your way or bring your own snacks. Across the river is the Claddagh, where the fisher folk of old lived and the origin of the Claddagh ring. You... More

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Galway, Galway, Ireland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

If you go to Galway, you need to see the Spanish Arch...but don't expect much. This was part of the old wall that surrounded medieval Galway. The Arch was used by merchants at the time. A lot of spanish merchants came to trade in galway, hence the name. The area around the arch, the Latin Quarter, is much more exciting... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

This is a great place to relax and watch the world go by or stroll over to feed the swans, all the bars and restaurants are nearby and there's a great selection. More

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Limerick
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79 reviews 79 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 29, 2012

Lovely area in Galway. Worth a visit & walk around. Enjoy the quiet! More

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Galway, Ireland
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2012

A superb piece of local history. Not just local - this is part of Europes history as well. Definately a "must see" for any visitor. It More

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Galway, Ireland
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2012

Dangerous,dodgy area,kippy restaurant with snooty staff and filthy toilets.Green area gets full of drunks everytime the sun makes an appearance,horrible orange barriers to stop drunks falling into Corrib More

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Western Ireland, Ireland
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2011

Stayed here on Sunday 11/12/2011, got a special offer online €59 room only, wouldnt have been to happy to have paid much more really! Rooms are very small, old fashioned,and cold. On arival at 3pm our bedroom window was wide opened(its december) and the room was freezing the radiators were turned off! after noticing this we turned them on, the... More

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Roscommon
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2011

Went here for a few drinks, the band called Total Blackout was amazing & the cocktails were just gorgeous. Had a brilliant night & will def be returning on my next visit to Galway More

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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2011
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We went to the bar, cause there was quite nice menu advertised outside. From the first moment, when we have asked for a table the staff seemed to be bothered by us an very tired. We felt like no one wanted to help at all! We have ordered 2 courses. It took an hour and in that time we had... More

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New York City, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2011

I normally stay out of the more touristy places, but I wanted to check this place out because it was busy. The staff was really great -- Daniel in particular-- and very friendly and helpful about places to go. (You might also see them out after the Arch closes, so be sure to buy em a pint). The house band... More

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