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St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Galway

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#3 of 15 in Historic Sites in Galway

#Religious Site, #Tourist Spot

Established in 1320, St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church represents one of the best-preserved medieval churches of its kind in Ireland. The church was raised to the status of collegiate church in 1485, and there are even legends of Christopher Columbus worshipping here in 1477. Visit the site to admire the architecture and decor, and learn about its abundant history from the numerous informational plaques throughout the site. Check ahead for any events during your visit; concerts are held here fairly regularly. Arrange to visit St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church and other attractions in Galway using our Galway trip itinerary planning website .

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By chris f On February 1, 2018

In dieser Kirche steht das einzige Kriegsdenkmal in Galway. Es lohnt sich mal reinzuschauen, allerdings ist auch schnell alles gesehen. Aner auf jeden Fall einen Blick wert. more »

In this church is the only war memorial in Galway. It is worth time to look, but everything is also fast. Aner definitely worth a look.

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By LucaTheCapitan On January 28, 2018

Peccato per i lavori di ristrutturazione al campanile e per il parcheggio autorizzato sul piazzale della chiesa... more »

Shame about the renovations to the belfry and for parking in front of the Church authorized ...

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By cradsma On January 2, 2018

This is a very historic building and is a "must see " for anyone visiting Galway. Christopher Columbus stopped here on his journey to new world. So be sure to visit this Church. more »

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By Tommy Roddy On April 3, 2018

Great concert today by Galway Contemporary Quartet. With free admission you would be a fool not to go. Will return.

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By Brian Nolan On January 16, 2018

The historic centre of Galway, welcoming visitors every day of the year, this medieval church dates from 1320 and makes for a perfect start to your Galway adventure.

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By Cormac Staunton On January 8, 2018

Without doubt easily Galway's most historic building - and still in daily use 700 years after it was first built.

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By Ravivan Hemachayati On June 24, 2017

I adore how they have the cathedral renovated. Started with rearranged the seating layout giving the whole interior a greater spaciousness. Keeping the old things while replacing new ones where needed.

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By Joshua Caleb On October 27, 2017

Definitely worth a visit, some wonderful artifacts in an interesting and historical space

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