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Galway City Pub Guide - http://galwaycitypubguide.com Your guide to the pubs and clubs of Galway City. The pubs in Galway City are themselves one of the City’s greatest attractions. There is somewhere to cater for everyone here, young or old. In the last few years the variety of late night options has increased and Galway is now truly a 7 night a week City.

Cookes Thatch Pub - Cookes Thatch bar is one of Galway City's oldest pubs and one of only two remaining thatch pubs in Galway. In the 1500's thatch roofed buildings were banned inside the City wall after a fire ravaged Galway. The origin of Cookes bar can be traced back to the 1600's

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Perks Funfair - located at Leisureland Funworld Salthill, perks is both a traditional carnival and modern theme park. The outdoor funfair features dodgem cars, ferris wheel, giant waterslide and poolside restaurant.

Salthill Galway City - Irelands longest seaside promenade includes famous beaches, leisureland amusement park and Irelands new Salthill based National Aquarium. Salthill is considered one of Galways foremost attractions and has a number of recreational activities including a high diving board, hosts many festivals and has live music.

County Galway Restaurants and Bars

County Galway Restaurants

Pierres Restaurant - located at 8 Quay Street, Galway City. This wonderful French style bistro has a menu packed with gastronomic treasures which are made using the freshest produce. The staff are friendly and efficient and there are daily dinner specials. http://www.pierresrestaurant.com/

Morans Oyster Cottage - located at The Weir, Kilcogan. The cottage dates back 300 years and is third generation family run. The settng and atmosphere at Morans is outstanding. Sit outside on a fine summers day eating succulent Galway Bay oysters and watch the swans gliding by gracefully. Morans has played host to many famous faces such as Julia Roberts, Bono, Ronan Keating and Naomi Campbell. http://www.moransoystercottage.com/

Dragon Court Chinese Restaurant - located at Forster Street, Galway. For the best Chinese cuisine in Galway head to Dragon Court. The cuisine is excellent and the service is very friendly. Try the sweet and sour pork and fried rice.

County Galway Bars & Clubs

The Kings Head - located at High Street, Galway. Boasting a rich history with origional medieval features from the 17th century, Kings Head is a landmark pub. The pub has live music every night and the longest running Sunday morning jazz session. The top floor bar has a laidback lounge.

The Quays - located at 11 Quay street, Galway. This fantastic Irish pub has an international reputation with a vibrant cosmopolitan atmosphere and the best music. http://www.irishmusicbars.com/galway/quays.asp/

The Roisin Dubh - located at Dominic Street, Galway. Considered one of Ireland's top venues by musicians and music lovers. Roisin has played host to various artists such as Peter Green from Fleetwood Mac, John Paul Jones from Led Zeppelin, Gary Kemp and folk singer John Martyn. http://www.roisindubh.net/

Busker Brownes - located at Cross Street, Galway. Buskers is actually made up of 3 bars. The Historic Hall of Tribes which is perfect for functions, the vibrant Buskers bistro which serves fantastic food all day long including fine wines, coffee and desserts and the cozy Slate House which is the home of jazz and traditional music sessions. http://www.failte.com/king-buskers/busk.htm/

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