Galway Cathedral
Galway Cathedral
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8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and Saint Nicholas, Galway, was dedicated on 15 August 1965, and as such is the youngest of Europe's great stone cathedrals. It is dedicated to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and Saint Nicholas.
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  • fluxan
    Cambridge, United Kingdom114 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive stone colour
    This is something to behold! The black stone construction truly makes the building unique. The relative new build also means that it looks impressively immaculate. The central space is bigger than most that I've seen.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written September 15, 2023
  • Don J
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing stained glass
    Wonderful stained glass throughout this beautiful “new” cathedral! Really enjoyed the variety of stained glass styles - never seen such variety within a single building. It was fun figuring out the biblical stories represented by each window!
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 1, 2023
  • 2CAtravelers
    Brattleboro, Vermont835 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful "New" Catherdral
    Opened in 1965, this is Europe's newest stone cathedral. They do ask for a donation to enter. The interior is quite beautiful and unusual, especially the wooden ceiling which is quite different from other cathedrals in Europe. You can spend quite a bit of time simply exploring this unique cathedral. It's an easy walk from the Old Town/Latin Quarter parts of Galway.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 28, 2023
  • Lynn h
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Galway cathedral
    The acoustics are amazing and the cathedral itself is a work of art. The problem is the parking to see it as it is extremely expensive and also very limited. It is well worth a visit however. you won't need more than about 30 mins unless you want to attend a Mass
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 30, 2023
  • Paul Clemence
    Crediton, United Kingdom92 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An essential place to visit in Galway City
    The architecture and beauty of this cathedral is simply heavenly. Spend some time sitting quietly in a pew and absorb the atmosphere. There are many features that are highlights. I would like to mention the picture of Mary and Jesus painted by Adam Pomeroy. I found this picture profound and very moving.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written July 11, 2024
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leogurlino
Panama City, Panama32 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020
This cathedral is enormous but invite to pray. They respect social distancing. The ceiling is new thanks to a recent restoration work. At the end of Mass, the organ played; it is a big one, as large as the building !
Written September 29, 2020
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Lynn h
10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023
Absolutely beautiful. Different to the other churches and places of cathedrialliness in that it is modern :) . The acoustics are wonderful . Parking is a bit of a problem and , to me, expensive, as there are no hourly parking but a flat daily rate (7 Euros) that's OK for the day, but not for the 1/2 hr or so that you would probably be there.
Written April 25, 2023
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia2,165 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Solo
Really good Cathedral to visit and enjoy, this Cathedral wouldn’t be out of place in a capitol city that’s the size and architectural design to you.

Located just outside the city centre and across the river it’s worth the 10 minute walk.

Also loved the coloured glass windows, wonderful for photo taking.
Written July 27, 2023
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2CAtravelers
Brattleboro, VT835 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
Opened in 1965, this is Europe's newest stone cathedral. They do ask for a donation to enter. The interior is quite beautiful and unusual, especially the wooden ceiling which is quite different from other cathedrals in Europe. You can spend quite a bit of time simply exploring this unique cathedral. It's an easy walk from the Old Town/Latin Quarter parts of Galway.
Written November 28, 2023
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Don J
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
Wonderful stained glass throughout this beautiful “new” cathedral! Really enjoyed the variety of stained glass styles - never seen such variety within a single building. It was fun figuring out the biblical stories represented by each window!
Written October 1, 2023
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njcavalier
Chatham, NJ413 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
This is a beautiful cathedral by any measure. It is not an ancient or historically important building — it was constructed from 1958-65 — but it is impressive inside and out. Its 145-foot green dome is distinctive, as are its stained glass windows and mosaics. Definitely worth a stop on any visit to Galway.
Written October 5, 2022
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Andydjp
Stotfold, UK637 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023
Really enjoyed Galway Cathedral, it is more modern than others we have visited in Ireland but the detail is stunning - there is even a Holy water urn. Parking is available at the Cathedral (there is a fee), as are toilets (again there is a fee). It is very bright and colourful while still maintaining its religious purpose. Recomended.
Written August 20, 2023
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Christytxgirl
Lake Jackson, TX212 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Friends
This church is beautiful and very forgiving having visitors coming in. There is a donation box when you go in to visit and take pictures. There is a small nice gift shop inside the cathedral. We discovered the cross made of reed, the St Brigid Cross. We decided to buy this one as it is not a usual one we have seen before.
There are many things to buy- take a look you will find something nice.
Written August 13, 2021
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fluxan
Cambridge, UK114 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Friends
This is something to behold! The black stone construction truly makes the building unique. The relative new build also means that it looks impressively immaculate. The central space is bigger than most that I've seen.
Written September 15, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Paul Clemence
Crediton, UK92 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Couples
The architecture and beauty of this cathedral is simply heavenly. Spend some time sitting quietly in a pew and absorb the atmosphere. There are many features that are highlights. I would like to mention the picture of Mary and Jesus painted by Adam Pomeroy. I found this picture profound and very moving.
Written July 11, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

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