Yes, this store is on the pricier than others. But this is also the only store in Galway and the…read moreAran Islands (and probably all of Ireland!) that sells sweaters that are *hand-knit in Ireland with **wool from Ireland**. If you want an inexpensive, mass produced, machine knitted sweater with non-Irish wool, then don't come here. But come to O'Maille's if you want an authentic, 100% Irish work of art. After advice from an Airbnb host to look for sweaters made of wool from Ireland, I went from store to store, and all the other stores carried only Irish hand-knit sweaters that are made of Merino wool shipped in from Australia or New Zealand, even on Aran Island. I wanted a *real* Irish fisherman's sweater with wool from Ireland! Online research and Yelp steered me to O'Maille. Anne O'Maille herself was in the store and is the one who hires dozens of Irish women to knit sweaters and other items from Irish wool. She herself is a knitter. A few years ago, Anne and the store were featured on Oprah. 20 women in the world were chosen because of their handcrafted work, and Anne was one of them. The young saleswoman (I believe her name is Tanya) was so sweet and spent a lot of time with me, helping me to choose the perfect sweater, and explaining the knitting process. Each hand-knit sweater is unique and each has the name of the knitter on the tag. Each is a piece of art. When you feel and lift the sweaters, you can tell the difference between these and the other hand knit sweaters in other stores - denser, tighter weave, and heavier. It was interesting because Tanya and Anne told me a little about the knitter's history with that pattern. I was leaving with one sweater, but another hanging caught my eye. It was a unique sweater that was made as a sampler of different patterns, knitted by a daughter of one of her best knitters. That daughter knitted too, but stopped for awhile. She just started again and knitted the sampler sweater, something really different and one of a kind. Soooo I bought two sweaters! When you consider what you are getting, $35 extra dollars between the best hand-knit (but one of a mass-produced pattern) sweater at the main competition store, and the top of the line one-of-kind work of art at O'Maille, O'Maille is a bargain!

When looking in the city for some crochet materials, I stumbled across this little shop. Here, in…read moreaddition to the knit clothing that they're more known for, I found some fairly inexpensive 100% wool yarn (€5 for 50g, €10 for 100g skeins). I gladly bought two 50g skeins of two of the beautiful color options and a wooden crochet hook. When I run out of yarn while still in Galway I know where to go back to!

Tulip is a new Ladies Fashion shop which opened recently in Woodquay, Galway. It has been…read moreestablished by a very enterprising Italian lady called Allesandra. Allesandra came to Ireland a few short years ago and has been looking for an opportunity to open a business since she arrived. With her partner Paul they have just opened Tulip a small but very select ladies fashion boutique. The clothes are very stylish and reasonably priced. Call in to see them next time you are in the city.

Amazing prices and also amazing service in suit Republic. I went in last week to buy six suits for…read moremy wedding and stuff and Stephan gave me a great price and amazing service. He altered the suits free of charge and even picked up a suit from another location to be changed. He went out of his way to do last minute alterations so that we would be ready for our wedding day - he was very accommodating and extremely knowledgeable. You will not be disappointed .

As ever, Top Shop generally meets - and often instigates - the demands of a greedily consumerist…read morehigh street. Everything you see in here is exactly what everyone is wearing, mostly because they all got it from Top Shop - this makes it equally valuable as a bank of idea that you can take to Dunnes or Penny's and improve upon with some originality for half the price. Beware of Galway stores, stock is old and most of this stuff was being worn out in Dublin about two months ago.

Tulip is the most gorgeous, relatively new ladies boutique to open in Galway. It is tucked away in…read moreWoodquay, just a stones throw behind Eyers Square Galway. A lovely small, unique and quirky shop with a very personal service. Although it is small, it is packed with the most gorgeous unusual Italian quality clothes at really good prices. I bought a lovely jazzy brightly coloured top that goes so well with a number of skirts and trousers etc that I already had in my wardrobe, also a pair of black cropped light weight trousers trimmed at the pockets and leg ends, plus the a pair of the best fitting jeans I have ever owned! - all Italian designer makes, fabulous quality and very reasonably priced. So for something different for the summer season that suddenly seems to have arrived, pop into Tulip in Woodquay - you cant miss it as the outside of the shop is festooned with arty tulips - I would highly recommend it.

Such a lovely gem of a store. Quality staff and quality items. I purchased a few gifts for friends…read moreand a lovely weekender bag for myself. The leather is hand sewn and made in Ireland.

This is certainly one of Atlantic Homecare's finer branches in Ireland…read more It was an inspired move from the dowdy branch on Galways' Headford Rd to the new Retail Park in Wellpark. It is an extremely spacious and bright store and has everything including a vast array of homewares ,garden furniture, pet food and accessories and a lovely garden centre. There is plenty of parking available outside with an added underground carpark. Easily accessible from the Dublin Road and the WellPark Road. be warned there is no right turn into the retail park from Wellpark Rd (coming from town) so you may have to pass the entrance to turn and come back! they charge €20 delivery for furniture to Galway City addresses.

Couldn't help myself from repeatedly stopping in this store. So many cozy and beautiful sweaters,…read morehats, blankets, slippers...you name it. I dare you you to walk in and *not* buy something! Staff is super knowledgeable and helpful too. No dressing rooms so just try on in the store and find a mirror! Sale items can be found in the very back.

Love this store! Real Irish wool products labeled and certified. I actually bought a few items,…read morewent across to their sister store across the way called Weavers of Ireland to purchase a beautiful coat received a coupon, and made my way back to Aran for more items : D lol This particular store was 2 floors and had everything from wool scarves, hats, women's clothing, men's clothing, kids clothing, and blankets! You'll find various forms of wool, blends, cashmere... make sure to ask an employee for more information. I ended up purchasing real Irish wool scarves (slightly itchy), softest wool scarf, and a wool sheep toy. The items smelled like a farm lol, but the best way to discard the smell was to air them out. After purchase , you're given specific instructions on how to care for your Irish wool products. Note: Get a tax refund at the airport, with any purchase of 75 Euros or more at a merchant store. Ask for the refund document from the cashier.