Galway Courthouse, Galway
Galway Courthouse is a remarkable architectural masterpiece located in the heart of Galway City. The impressive building was constructed in 1812 by Sir Richard Morrison, who was also responsible for the building of the county jail on the same site. This Georgian-style courthouse is a magnificent example of Irish architecture, showcasing some of the most striking features of the era.
The varied roofscape and the unique façade make the courthouse an interesting building to behold. The courthouse has different facades, and each of them has different cut-stone details, doorways, and window types. The most prominent feature of the main façade is the blank arches, which are enlivened by the niches set in them. Additionally, the fine lions' masks on the façade adds an exquisite touch to the overall appearance of the building.
The courthouse has played a vital role in the administration of justice in Galway City for over two centuries, and its striking features and imposing presence continue to draw admiration from all who see it.
The varied roofscape and the unique façade make the courthouse an interesting building to behold. The courthouse has different facades, and each of them has different cut-stone details, doorways, and window types. The most prominent feature of the main façade is the blank arches, which are enlivened by the niches set in them. Additionally, the fine lions' masks on the façade adds an exquisite touch to the overall appearance of the building.
The courthouse has played a vital role in the administration of justice in Galway City for over two centuries, and its striking features and imposing presence continue to draw admiration from all who see it.
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Sight Name: Galway Courthouse
Sight Location: Galway, Ireland (See walking tours in Galway)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Galway, Ireland (See walking tours in Galway)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Galway, Ireland
Create Your Own Walk in Galway
Creating your own self-guided walk in Galway is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Salthill Seaside Walking Tour
If you fancy a quality break by the sea, while in Galway, you don't need to go far. The small seaside spot called Salthill is only 3km away from the downtown shops, clubs and pubs, and you can get here on foot easily.
Speaking of pubs, there's no shortage of them in Salthill either. In fact, one of the local waterholes – O'Connors – bills itself as the first singing pub in... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles
Speaking of pubs, there's no shortage of them in Salthill either. In fact, one of the local waterholes – O'Connors – bills itself as the first singing pub in... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles
Galway Introduction Walking Tour
Galway is located on the River Corrib between Lough Corrib and Galway Bay. It was in the old Kingdom of Connacht. Galway grew from a settlement around a fortification established by the King of Connacht in 1124.
In 1484 a Charter of Mayoralty was granted to the first mayor of Galway, Peirce Lynch, by Richard III of England. Lynch was one of the "Tribes of Galway" that ruled the town... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
In 1484 a Charter of Mayoralty was granted to the first mayor of Galway, Peirce Lynch, by Richard III of England. Lynch was one of the "Tribes of Galway" that ruled the town... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles