St Nicholas is the largest medieval parish church in Ireland that is still in constant use and was…read morebuilt as a chapel around 1320. It was believed that explorer Christopher Columbus worshiped here on a visit to Galway in 1477. During the Reformation, Queen Elizabeth I endowed the church with revenues from two closed monasteries of Annaghdown and Ballintubber. Today they are self sufficient and welcome donations (photo). We found the church both rich in history, but is also welcoming. Many parishioners were popping in and out and praying during our visit. They were all too willing to share their space with visitors and chat. St Nicholas is located just off the Lombard High Street and is free to visit.

I have to agree with the other reviewers. It's a pretty church and it's right in the center of…read moreGalway. Pop in if you have a few minutes. There are certainly nicer churches available to visit, but it is free and available to check out, so why not? I guess you can book a tour with a guide, but I wouldn't bother. It's easy enough to view it on your own. The stained glass windows are the stars here.

Exploring any city in Europe usually involves checking out a church or two. Galway is no…read moreexception. For a small suggested donation, Galway Catherdral is yours to explore. We arrived ahead of any major crowd on the 'skirt seasons' in this heavily toured town. As such, we were able to cover the full Cathedral in about 20-minutes. As you can see from the photos, it is beautiful and worth taking in with your own eyes. Be respectful. They also have restrooms if you're in need. I am not aware of any formal tour nor guide, however, not sure either would be necessary for one's enjoyment. Check it out!

As a non-religious, secular person, I don't usually spend my vacations cathedral-hopping. I sought…read moreshelter from the Irish rain at Galway Cathedral, and it absolutely won me over! It's stunning inside, incredibly peaceful, and the architecture is breathtaking. I found myself staring at the beautiful stained glass and intricate details much longer than I expected. Whether you're religious or just appreciate solace, it's definitely worth a visit. Don't forget to bring cash, as you pay upon entering. I have a deep appreciation high ceilings.

Took a bus from Galway to Tuam. It dropped me off right beside this gorgeous church. I spent about…read morean hour as there were no other tourists and mass had finished a while before I got there. It really was worth the trip. Tuam is part of my ancestors home and looks like a great village to visit longer next time, maybe a few days.

A must stop!! The abbey is beautiful inside & out. Take the shuttle up to the gardens to see the…read morewhite ponies and pigs as well as the gorgeous gardens. Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours here.

Short walk from Kylemore and from gardens…read more Check schedule because there is beautiful music Cafe nearby

The main reason I visited this church was to view the incomparable Harry Clark stain glass windows…read more The tragedy is that these windows are sequestered away above the sanctuary viewing point in a balcony location and can't be seen from anywhere except down on the floor of the sanctuary. Fortunately I had a telephoto lens and could capture the absolute majesty of these windows from about a 50 meter distance for later zoom-in pleasure. These windows should be classified as an United Nations World Heritage site. They should be made available for people from all nations to enjoy and treasure in a museum like display, not just the select few who can access the balcony. I was of course a tourist with great disappointment in not being among the select few. If the Friary can not accommodate the display of these world treasures for the appropriate appreciation of all those who love Harry Clarke's work, the windows should be relocated to a more appropriate location.

A great place to go to mass. I started attending services here once I found out they have a…read morespecial mass on Sundays @ 10:30am that caters to children. I stopped going to mass for a while due to the fact it is hard to corral a two year old, but sure, this mass here is great because you are in there with dozens of other parents all doing the same thing!

Elevate is a church filled with genuine and warm people. I came to a service with some friends and…read morewas immediately welcomed in by the people there. If I lived in Limerick, this would be my home church. It was encouraging to visit and reminded me that the truth of Jesus Christ and the gospel is being revealed all over the world. If you're at all curious, I would encourage you to go and check it out for yourself. Any discomfort incurred will quickly vanish as you meet people that are honest about who they are. They do not create a facade of perfection but of genuine and welcoming love. Check it out!

From the owner: We meet each Sunday morning from 11:30am-12:30pm on the top floor of The Strand Hotel…read more We also have a midweek discussion time on Wednesdays from 18:30-19:00 which is located at the church office located at 1 Robert Street. We're a group of people that believes that life is an adventure. We are not about mere religion or a specific denomination; we are about introducing people to the adventure that a life with Christ can bring, and then challenging and encouraging them to live a life of significance. We want to be an Irish Church that's known for its service to you and the city of Limerick, we don't want to be a Church that talks the talk, but a Church that serves people.