Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust committed to protecting and enhancing Galway's natural, built and cultural heritage
Circle of Life Remembrance Garden
Circle of Life national organ donor commemorative garden is located in the beautifully sited seafront Quincentennial Park in Salthill overlooking Galway Bay and reflects the spirit of giving, the enduring legacy which defines the lives of organ donors.
Hall of the Red Earl
The Hall of the Red Earl, a fascinating medieval archaeological site in the heart of Galway is now one of the city’s top visitor attractions.Entrance is free and free guided tours are available also. Booking is not required.
The Fishery Watchtower Museum
The tower is the only building of its kind in Ireland and is also known as the Fishery Watchtower and the Tower Station. Built in 1852/53 by the Ashworth family, the Galway landmark had fallen into disrepair and was under threat of demolition.
Artists impression of the Hall of the Red Earl
Galway Civic Trust provides free guided tours of this archaeological site. It is located down a small laneway called Druid Lane.
Hall of the Red Earl
The view of the archaeological site from inside the offices of Galway Civic Trust which is open to the public.
River Corrib from Watchtower Museum
The view of the mouth of the river Corrib from the Fisheries Watchtower Museum. Entrance is free
Walking Tours of Medieval Galway
The walks are a leisurely and informative introduction to the medieval history of the city. The walk starts at the Hall of the Red Earl in Druid Lane (off Quay St.) and continues through the narrow medieval streets via St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church and Lynch’s Castle to the Eyre Square Shopping Centre where some of the remains of the old City walls are located. The walks take place every Tuesday and Thursday at 2pm from May to September. The duration of the walks are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and are free of charge, donations are welcome. Walks are subject to weather and numbers. Prebook by contacting 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie