Galway Market
Galway Outdoor Crafts & Food Market 🥙🧀🥕🍩🪴🧶
The weekly Saturday market in the centre of Galway city is quite simply one of those joyful, experiences of life that make you glad to be alive as well as offering a wonderful selection of foods and novel goods and gift ideas which are excellent value. It is no wonder that locals and visitors throng the market all day long every Saturday, rain, hail or shine.
The market is located in the laneway between Shop Street and Market Street, as you walk between the stalls every one of your senses will be arrested by the cornucopia of smells, tastes, sounds and vision and lively atmosphere created by the interaction between the stall holders and browsers alike.
Market photos
Fine artisan foods 🍲
Foods range from the fresh fruit and veg stalls, where the stall holders often throw in fresh herbs or some extra items for good measure. Then there is the quality gourmet stands selling about 20 different types of olives, fresh pasta, cheeses, homemade relishes and sauces.
Dieters be warned! the aroma of fresh, often exotic gourmet foods or fresh sausages sizzling is irresistible. As are the homemade cakes and breads, and then of course there’s the portions of mussels in garlic sauce. Hmmm.
As you wind your way through the centre of the market along Churchyard Street you may be surprised to find a gourmet cheese shop, Sheridan’s Cheesemongers with wooden shelves laden with rounds of farmhouse cheeses, sourced from around the Ireland and beyond.
Unique handmade gifts 🎁
Novel gift ideas are the candles of all different shapes and smells, beautiful hats, gloves and scarves, old shoes which are varnished and decorated, fairy doors and toys, pastel and oil paintings and much more.
While the list of things to see and do in Galway is endless, put the Saturday market right up at the top of the list.
Galway Market: What to Expect
Galway Market Location Map
Where is Galway Market located?
The Galway Market is situated right beside St. Nicholas’ Church, at the heart of the city. Its uniqueness lies in being a bustling hub for locally crafted goods and fresh produce, boasting a great selection of stalls that have graced the area for centuries.
What food experiences can visitors expect at the Galway Market?
Visitors to the Galway Market can indulge in a diverse culinary adventure, enjoying options such as Madras curry, crepes, sushi, and freshly baked cookies. Saturdays are recommended as the best day for exploring the market, especially for those seeking quality bread, crisp veggies, or vibrant plants. However, each day of operation offers a tempting array of craft and food carts for takeout.
Why is Galway Market important for the local community?
Galway Market is important for more than the buying and selling of produce; it serves as a communal space where many choose to linger and socialise. This provides an opportunity to engage with local artists, participate in conversations about issues shaping the area, and experience the vibrant tapestry of local culture, culinary delights, and community connections that have echoed through the centuries.
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