Eyre Square is the main public square in Galway, on the island's west coast in the province of Connacht. Its address is Eyre Square, Galway, H91 E0W4, and it sits close to the city centre, which makes it an easy place to start or pause a day of walking around town.
The square works as Galway's central meeting point. People gather here before heading out to the shops, the restaurants and the streets of the old town, and it is a natural place to get your bearings. Because it is open public space, you can simply sit, watch the city move past and take your time.
What to see
- The Browne Doorway, a historic stone doorway that stands within the square and is one of its best-known features.
- Commemorative sculptures that mark moments in the square's life and give visitors something to look at as they walk through.
Its name
The square's official name honours President Kennedy's visit to Galway in 1963. You will also see it called the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park, so if you are searching for directions or reading signs, both names refer to the same place.
Eyre Square suits a short stop rather than a long trip on its own. Combine it with a wander through the surrounding city to get the most from a visit to Galway.
