A Sunday in Galway, Ireland. Are many tourist type things closed?

A Sunday in Galway, Ireland. Are many tourist type things closed? - From above of various delicious jelly and caramel sweets arranged in rows by type and color in modern candy store

Basically I am going to be in Galway by myself for 4 days in a couple weeks and one day will be a Sunday. I am curious what I should expect to be closed? I picture some things will be probably be closed all day.



Best Answer

You will find that a lot of locally-owned, non 'big name' main street shops wouldn't open, but those in shopping centres (malls) will all be open, as will anything involved in the hospitality industry. You may find a few things don't open until midday though.




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Is Galway open on Sundays?

Almost all shops are open on Sundays. Hope you enjoy your visit to Galway.

How do you spend weekends in Galway?

How to Spend a Weekend in Galway, Ireland
  • Walk along Salthill Promenade. Natural Feature. ...
  • Sip your first pint of Guinness at O'Connell's Bar. ...
  • Eat fresh at Galway Market. ...
  • Visit the Aran Islands. ...
  • Eat dinner at Ard Bia at Nimmos. ...
  • Escape the city to Connemara National Park. ...
  • Explore Kylemore Abbey. ...
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  • Why do tourists visit Galway?

    Galway is one of Ireland's most picturesque cities, and if you love music, culture, and the arts, it is the perfect city for you. Brightly coloured pubs heave with live music and buskers line the streets playing instruments ranging from fiddles, tin whistles and bodhr\xe1ns.

    How do I spend a day in Galway?

    What to do with one day in Galway
  • Free Walking Tour.
  • Explore some more of the sights.
  • Visit the museum.
  • Walk the promenade.
  • Hang out in Salthill.
  • Dance the night away in one of Galway's pubs.
  • Explore Burren National Park.
  • Take a boat trip to the Aran Island of Inismore.




  • List 8 Tourist Attractions in Galway, Ireland | Travel to Europe




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