shopping in galway

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Shopping guide for Galway 🛍

Galway provides a unique shopping experience with a wide range of shops to cater for the tastes of both visitors and locals alike. As well as the high street shops, there is an interesting variety of specialist and tourist orientated shops, which offer unique and interesting gifts. Many of the most interesting shops are located in small districts within the city centre including The Latin Quarter, The Westend and at stalls in Galway’s famous bustling outdoor market which has been trading in Church lane by St Nicholas’ Church for literally centuries. The city centre shopping areas are supplemented by a number of enclosed shopping centres, most of which are situated on the city’s outskirts. Also see our recommended top 5 shops for gifts.

Galway Shops Map

Shopping FAQs

What’s the largest shopping centre in Galway?

Eyre Square Centre. It’s centrally located between Shop Street and Eyre Square and offers a diverse range of shops and amenities. Also consider the large retail parks around the city such as Gateway Retail Park in Knocknacarra, Headford Road Retail Park, Wellpark Retail Park which have large DIY, Sports, Electronic, Home Furnishing shops, plus Cinemas and much more.

What shops in Galway are best for children’s clothes?

1. Mountain Warehouse: Located Mainguard St, Mountain Warehouse offers a wide selection of children’s outdoor clothing, accessories, and essentials.

2. Penneys (Primark): This budget-friendly retailer, located on Shop Street, often has a good selection of children’s clothing at affordable prices.

3. Dunnes Stores: With multiple locations across Galway, Dunnes Stores typically offers a range of children’s clothing options alongside their general merchandise.

What are the best budget shops in Galway?

1. Penneys (Primark): Known for its affordable fashion and homeware, Penneys is a popular destination for budget-conscious shoppers.

2. Dealz: Their largest outlet in Galway is situated in Galway Shopping Centre. Dealz offers a variety of products at discounted prices, including household items, snacks, and seasonal goods.

3. TK Maxx: Located opposite Eyre Street Corrib Shopping centre, TK Maxx offers discounted prices on designer clothing, accessories, and homeware, catering to budget-minded shoppers.

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126 Artist-Run Gallery

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4 Commerce House, Flood Street, Galway City, Ireland
2 Wild Geese Cross Street Galway

2 Wild Geese

2 Wild Geese is an emporium of Irish Design located in the heart of Galway City. Perfect for gifts such as Art, Ceramics, Jewellery, Sculpture, Candles, Wooden and Leather Products,...
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13 Cross Street Upper, Kirwan's Ln, Galway, H91 R8DF, Galway, Ireland

ABC Bookshop

Specialists in a wide range of books and stationary for over 25 years. Located in on the Tuam Road in Galway ABC Bookshop is a leading provider of educational school...
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Calbro House, 8 Tuam Rd, Galway City, Ireland

Alan Gaillard Stoneware Pottery

Located just 2kms from Clifden on the Westport Road, Alan Gaillard makes hand thrown and hand built pottery for domestic use while his wife Sandra makes beautiful felted landscapes from...
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Westport Road, Clifden, Galway, Ireland

All Things Connemara

We are called All Things Connemara which primarily is a retail shop bringing together Products, Services and Activities which showcase and promote Connemara’s beautiful heritage and community when we say...
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Market Street, Clifden, Connemara, Co. Galway, Ireland

Anthony Ryans

Galway’s leading fashion store in men’s and ladieswear stocking all major designer labels. Also visit the new homestore that specialises in linens, cooking utensils, lighting, gifts, curtains, haberdashery and luggage.
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Shop Street, Galway City, Ireland
Aran Sweater Market

Aran Sweater Market

The Aran Sweater Market has grown from being a cornerstone of the small Island community of Inis Mor, to one of the country’s leading suppliers of Authentic Aran Knitwear. With...
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23 Quay Street, Galway, Ireland, H91 E3X8

Art and Hobby Shop

Art & Hobby Shop in Corbett Court Shopping Centre in Galway City, stands out as a premier destination for a diverse range of gifts, art supplies, craft materials, and educational...
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Corbett Court Shopping Centre, Williamsgate Street, Galway, H91 KN2D, Ireland
Avoca Galway

Avoca Handcrafts

The Avoca store in Connemara, on Ireland's dramatic Atlantic coast is situated right on the shores of Ballinakil Bay on the main Clifden - Westport road at Letterfrack. A must-see...
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Letterfrack, Connemara, Co. Galway, Ireland

Away With The Fairies

A small company based in Co. Galway, who design and manufacture fairy related gifts, to bring a little magic into your life. All of our works are handmade with great...
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Kylebrack, Galway, Ireland
Bell Book Candle Shop

Bell, Book and Candle

Bell Book & Candle is one of the most unique shops in Galway and is a treasure trove of books, music, comics, vintage and retro cameras and accessories. Located in...
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Small Crane, Sea Road, Galway, Ireland

Blacoe

The home of handcrafted Irish Jewellery. Blacoe Jewellery are committed to providing our customers with an unrivalled selection of handmade jewellery. Feel free to browse our range of Claddagh Rings,...
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Mainguard Street, Galway City, Ireland

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