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Money and Shopping in Galway
Money and Shopping in Galway
The main shopping area runs south from Eyre Square towards the Corrib. This pedestrian zone includes Williams Street, Shop Street, High Street, Mainguard Street and Quay Street. Along it you can find all kinds of high street and artisan shops, pubs and restaurants. The historical buildings and busy atmosphere also make this area one of the attractions of Galway.
Middle Street, which runs parallel to Shop Street, is a particularly good street for finding a range of inspiring and creative local enterprises, including the Irish-speaking theatre "An Taibhdhearc," the Cocoon designer studio, Charlie Byrne's Bookshop, and Kenny's gallery among others.
Galway is a very popular destination with tourists. There is a large selection of accommodation, ranging from budget two star to luxury five star hotels. The City is also well served with family run bed and breakfasts. The range of restaurants extends from traditional, to ethnic to the usual fast food outlets.
Galway Market, Church lane (beside St. Nicholas Church), . Sa 8AM-6PM; Su 2-6PM. This market features a small number of local artisans and their handmade crafts. There is a special Christmas edition of this market, which runs annually from mid-December to just before Christmas. �
Eyre Square Centre. A modern shopping centre almost entirely hidden behind a historical facade. Entrances can be found on the south side of Eyre Square and on Williams Street. �
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