Rahoon
District of Galway
in County Galway of Connaught, Ireland

How to get there and get around
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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
53.272 and -9.049 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 53° 16' 18" and W -9° 2' 56"
Currency and Currency Code:
Euro - EUR
Spoken languages:
English, Irish
Local electricity:
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
Local Time: 12:42 PM (Thursday)
Timezone: Europe/Dublin
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:44 am and 10:20 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-46.583 and 169.417 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Tautuku
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Ireland in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 2,5 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to Ireland.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Ireland. Last Update: 2024-05-09 08:23:21

Explore Rahoon

The district Rahoon of Galway in County Galway (Connaught) is located in Ireland about 2,817 mi west of Qeshlaq, the country's capital.

If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Ennis, Castlebar, Limerick, Roscommon and Nenagh. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 14°C / 58 °F

Morning Temperature 11°C / 51 °F
Evening Temperature 15°C / 59 °F
Night Temperature 13°C / 55 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 74%
Air Pressure 1025 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from North-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Overcast clouds

Friday, 10th of May 2024

16°C (61 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, broken clouds.

Saturday, 11th of May 2024

16°C (61 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, broken clouds.

Sunday, 12th of May 2024

15°C (58 °F)
12°C (53 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Glenlo Abbey Hotel

Address
2,8 mi
Bushypark
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Sea Breeze Lodge B&B

Address
2,6 mi
9 Cashelmara
310859 Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 11:30 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Amber Heights Guesthouse

Address
1,6 mi
Cuan Glas Bishop O Donnell Rd 11,Salthill
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 11:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00
Weekend: closed


Jameson Court Apartments

Address
1,4 mi
173 - 176 Upper Salthill
. Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 9:00 - 10:00
Weekend: 10:00 - 9:00


7 Cross Street

Address
0,2 mi
7 Cross Street
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Amber Hill Bed and Breakfast

Address
1,6 mi
Cuan Glas,Bishop O Donnell Rd 12
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 11:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00
Weekend: closed


Clybaun

Address
2,5 mi
Clybaun Road, Knocknacarra Salthill
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


WESTWOOD HOUSE HOTEL

Address
1,6 mi
UPPER NEWCASTLE
GALWAY
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


St. Judes

Address
1,1 mi
110 Lower Salthill
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Salthill

Address
1,9 mi
Promenade Galway
Galway
Ireland

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Flooding in Salthill, Galway. 18/12/2013

Published: December 19, 2013
Length: 16:40 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Jason Scott

floods in Salthill hill from beside the aquarium.


Galway Bay Hotel - Fantastic Luxury Hotel on the Galway Bay coast

Published: August 20, 2014
Length: 07:13 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: GalwayBayHotel

Take a glimpse at what the Galway Bay hotel has to offer in our brief tour of the hotel. We are located on the Galway Bay Promenade, a stones throw from the city centre, right in the middle...


#PULSEGALWAY - Summer Festival

Published: August 31, 2014
Length: 22:51 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Xadacka Photography

https://www.facebook.com/pulse.galway Video by: https://www.facebook.com/pulse.galway.


Gallaghers Bed And Breakfast Galway City Ireland

Published: February 28, 2011
Length: 05:18 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: bnbvid999

http://www.bedandbreakfasthomes.ie/137 for a video guide of Gallaghers Bed & Breakfast Galway City Ireland. Book direct with the owner for best value.


Gallaghers B & B Galway City Galway Ireland

Published: February 28, 2011
Length: 09:07 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: bnbvid999

http://www.bedandbreakfasthomes.ie/137 for a video guide of Gallaghers B and B Galway City Galway Ireland. Book direct with the owner for best value.


Marygrove Holiday Apartments Self Catering Salthill Galway Ireland

Published: June 11, 2009
Length: 41:22 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: schvid999

http://www.SelfCateringHomes.ie/102 for a video guide of Marygrove Holiday Apartments Self Catering Salthill Galway Ireland. Book direct with the owner for best value.


Galway-spca

Published: March 31, 2008
Length: 48:43 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: ReggieQuinn

http://www.galway-spca.com Greyhounds make great pets, adopt one and see.


Mattie Griffin - Salthill Show [HD]

Published: April 15, 2009
Length: 57:25 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Mattie Griffin

My performance for the riders of the charity bike run on Sunday 12th April 09. Go to www.mgstuntriding.com for more info.


Red Arrows 2004 Salthill Airshow Ireland

Published: July 15, 2012
Length: 18:19 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: TheTheGuinness

Red Arrows in Salthill Airshow 2004 Galway Ireland. Sorry no HD in 2004. I found my old red arrows video after almost 10 years. So have to upload it to youtube :)


Lovely afternoon in Salthill

Published: March 05, 2011
Length: 44:32 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: i2q2fly

A short little observational documentary on the beautiful Salthill in Galway, Ireland. Shot during the golden hour with Canon 500D.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

National University of Ireland, Galway

The National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) (Irish Ollscoil na hÉireann, Gaillimh or OÉ Gaillimh) is a constituent university of the National University of Ireland. It is a tertiary-level educational institution located in Galway, Ireland. The university was founded in 1845 as Queen's College, Galway, and was more recently known as University College, Galway (UCG) . Michael D.

Located at 53.2778, -9.06186 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
National University of Ireland, Galway, 1845 establishments in Ireland, Coimbra Group, Educational institutions established in 1845, Education in County Galway, National University of Ireland, Universities and colleges in the Republic of Ireland

St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church

The Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas is the largest medieval parish church in Ireland in continuous use as a place of worship. It is located in Galway in the Republic of Ireland and was founded in 1320, dedicated (like many other European churches in seaports) to Saint Nicholas of Myra, the patron saint of seafarers. The church now belongs to the Church of Ireland.

Located at 53.2728, -9.05366 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
1320 establishments, Buildings and structures in Galway (city), Places of worship in County Galway, Church of Ireland Parishes and Churches in the Republic of Ireland, Collegiate churches, 14th-century church buildings

River Corrib

The River Corrib (Irish Abhainn na Gaillimhe) in the west of Ireland flows from Lough Corrib through Galway to Galway Bay. The river is among the shortest in Europe, with only a length of six kilometres from the lough to the Atlantic. It is popular with local whitewater kayakers and is the training ground of NUI, Galway Kayak club, as well as several rowing clubs. The depth of this river reaches up to 94 feet.

Located at 53.2667, -9.05 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Galway (city), Rivers of County Galway

Bohermore

Bohermore is located in the area of Galway city, Ireland. The name is derived form the Irish literally meaning "the big road". There is a large cemetery located in Bohermore known as the 'new cemetery'. The cemetery contains two mortuary chapels, one Catholic and the other Protestant. People buried there include Lord Haw Haw William Joyce who was a main German broadcaster in English during World War II.

Located at 53.2769, -9.03025 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Galway (city)

Pearse Stadium

Pearse Stadium (Irish: Páirc an Phiarsaigh) is the principal Gaelic Athletic Association stadium, in County Galway, Ireland. The stadium opened on June 16, 1957, as 16,000 people came to watch Galway beat Tipperary in hurling, and Kerry in football, and to watch Bishop Michael Browne bless the facility. The stadium was opened by GAA President, Séamus McFerran. Among those invited were the 12 surviving members of the 1923 all-Ireland winning hurling team.

Located at 53.2633, -9.08417 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Gaelic games grounds in the Republic of Ireland, Sports venues in County Galway, Salthill, Sport in Galway (city), Buildings and structures in Galway (city)

Galway Sportsgrounds

Galway Sportsground, also known as The Sportsground, is a multi-purpose stadium in Galway, Ireland. It opened in 1927, with the playing of a soccer match and has been used to host Conancht Rugby matches since that time. It is currently used on a day to day basis mainly as the base for Connacht Rugby for training and hosting matches at all levels, in addition there are usually two regular Greyhound meetings per week also on Friday & Saturday evenings (and Thursday evenings when required).

Located at 53.279, -9.0397 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), Connacht Rugby, Multi-purpose stadiums in the Republic of Ireland, Rugby union stadiums in Ireland, Sport in Galway (city), Sports venues in County Galway

Eamonn Deacy Park

Eamonn Deacy Park (formerly Terryland Park) is a multi-purpose stadium in Galway, Ireland. Owned by the Galway & District Football League, it is currently used for association football matches. It has been the home ground of Galway United since 1977.

Located at 53.2847, -9.05626 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), Association football venues in the Republic of Ireland, Galway & District League, Galway United F.C., Multi-purpose stadiums in the Republic of Ireland, Sports venues in County Galway

Barna Woods

Barna Woods is an area of mixed broadleaf woodland located in County Galway, Ireland. The woods are approximately 3 miles from Galway city centre near Galway Bay.

Located at 53.2608, -9.13389 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Forests and woodlands of the Republic of Ireland, Protected areas of County Galway, Special Areas of Conservation in the Republic of Ireland

Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway

The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, commonly known as Galway Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Galway, Ireland, and is one of the largest and most impressive buildings in the city. Construction began in 1958 on the site of the old city jail, and in 1965 was finally dedicated by Cardinal Richard Cushing to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven (Mary, mother of Jesus) and St Nicholas.

Located at 53.2753, -9.0575 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), Places of worship in County Galway, Roman Catholic cathedrals in the Republic of Ireland, Roman Catholic Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora

Galway railway station

Galway (Ceannt) railway station (Ceannt Station / Stáisiún Cheannt) serves the city of Galway in County Galway. The station itself is located in the centre of the city in Eyre Square. It is the terminus station for the Dublin to Galway intercity service and the Limerick to Galway and Athenry to Galway commuter services.

Located at 53.2736, -9.0468 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), Iarnród Éireann stations in County Galway, Railway stations in County Galway, Railway stations opened in 1851, Transport in Galway (city)

Spanish Arch

The Spanish Arch (Irish: An Póirse Spáinneach) in Galway city, Ireland, was originally an extension of the city wall from Martin's Tower to the bank of the Corrib, as a measure to protect the city's quays, which were located in the area once known as the Fish Market (now Spanish Parade). It was constructed during the mayoralty of Wylliam Martin in 1584, being called ceann an bhalla (the head of the wall).

Located at 53.2699, -9.05387 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), Geography of Galway (city)

Renmore, Galway

Renmore (An Rinn Mhór, meaning "Big Point") is a suburb of Galway City, Ireland, situated approximately 2 km to the east of the city. St Oliver Plunkett Church is located beside the primary school. Lough Atalia lies between Renmore and the city, which can be crossed using the public path beside the railway line (widely known as 'the line'). The primary school in Renmore is widely called Scoil Chaitriona the area also has an all Irish school named Gaelscoil Dara.

Located at 53.277, -9.023 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Galway (city), Connaught Rangers

Corrib Park

Corrib Park is a housing estate in the Westside suburb of Galway, Ireland. The estate itself was built in the 1970s and is surrounded by several other estates, Coogan Park, Gaelcarrig Park, Laurel Park and borders on Shantalla. The Corrib Rangers association football team plays in the Galway & District League.

Located at 53.2798, -9.07292 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Galway (city)

Menlo, County Galway

Menlo,is a village and townland in County Galway, Ireland.

Located at 53.3019, -9.07333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Towns and villages in County Galway, Articles on towns and villages in Ireland possibly missing Irish place names

Salthill-Knocknacarra GAA

Salthill-Knocknacarra is a Gaelic Athletic Association club based in the Salthill and Knocknacarra areas in Galway City, Ireland. The club is a member of the Galway GAA. Salthill/Knocknacarra GAA Club caters for huge numbers of young boys and girls and adults who play Football, Hurling, Ladies Football and Camogie in the parishes of Salthill and Knocknacarra.

Located at 53.2629, -9.08651 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Gaelic football clubs in County Galway, Hurling clubs in County Galway, Gaelic Athletic Association clubs in County Galway, Salthill

Father Griffins GAA

Father Griffins is a Gaelic Athletic Association club based in Galway, Ireland. The club is a member of the Galway GAA. Father Griffins are a Gaelic football club. Before their Amalgamation with Éire Óg, Father Griffins experienced regular success in Galway from their founding in 1948 until their final County title in 1975.

Located at 53.2661, -9.05413 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Gaelic football clubs in County Galway, Gaelic Athletic Association clubs in County Galway, Sport in Galway (city)

Eyre Square

John F. Kennedy Memorial Park is an inner-city public park in Galway, Ireland, formerly officially named Eyre Square (Irish: An Fhaiche Mhór) and still widely known by that name. The park is within the city centre, adjoining the nearby shopping area of Williams Street and Shop Street. The park is rectangular, surrounded on three sides by streets that form the major traffic arteries into Galway city centre; the West side of the Square was pedestrianised in 2006.

Located at 53.2745, -9.049 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Galway (city), Parks in County Galway, Squares in Ireland

Galway Hockey Club

Galway Hockey Club (Club Haca na Gaillimhe in Irish) is a field hockey club based in Galway, Ireland. Galway Hockey Club play and train at the Regional Sports Centre in Dangan, Galway. Galway Hockey Club is affiliated to the Connacht Branch of the Irish Hockey Association. Galway Hockey Club has been at the forefront of Hockey in Connacht for the past 60 years.

Located at 53.2914, -9.07778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Sport in County Galway, Irish field hockey clubs

Galway City Museum

The Galway City Museum (Irish: Músaem Cathrach na Gaillimhe) is a museum in Galway City, County Galway, Ireland. It was founded on 29 July 2006, and is located beside the Spanish Arch. The official website for the museum was launched on the 27th November 2008.

Located at 53.2698, -9.05351 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), City museums, Culture in Galway (city), Local museums in the Republic of Ireland, Museums in County Galway

Shop Street

Shop Street is the main thoroughfare of the city of Galway in the west of Ireland. It is pedestrianised. As its name suggests, it is Galway's main shopping street, and contains old brick buildings, bright storefronts, numerous pubs and an array of street performers. Buskers are prevalent. Shop Street contains central Galway's best preserved ancient building, Lynch's Castle. This has since been converted into a branch of Allied Irish Banks. Dubray Books is a bookstore on Shop Street.

Located at 53.2729, -9.05242 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Galway (city), Roads in County Galway, Shopping districts and streets in Ireland

Hotel Meyrick

The Hotel Meyrick is the oldest hotel in the City of Galway, Ireland. Under various names (Railway Hotel, Great Southern Hotel and Hotel Meyrick) its history has been intertwined with that of Galway since 1852. It is situated on Eyre Square in the heart of the city.

Located at 53.274, -9.04786 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Galway (city), History of Galway (city), Hotels in County Galway, Railway hotels

Róisín Dubh (music venue)

The Róisín Dubh is an established live music venue in Galway, Ireland. It has hosted events such as the IMRO Showcase Tour and the 2fm 2moro 2our. The name translates from the Irish language as the "black rose". According to Una Mullally in the Sunday Tribune, the venue is "the heart of live music in the city". In 2008 the Róisín won the IMRO award for Best Venue in Connacht and was nominated for Best Venue In Ireland. It won the Regional Award for Connacht again in 2009.

Located at 53.2702, -9.0582 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Music in Galway (city), Music venues in Ireland

Galway Technical Institute

The Galway Technical Institute is a third level educational facility located on Father Griffin Road, Claddagh, Galway, Ireland. The Institute provides a number of courses which are recognised and accredited by the FETAC. These include Art, Design & Media, Business, Computing & Engineering, Health, Care & Beauty, Sport & Leisure, Distance Learning Programmes and music. The Institute also provides non-accredited and accredited evening classes every semester.

Located at 53.2673, -9.05952 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Further education colleges in the Republic of Ireland, Education in County Galway

Aniar

Aniar is a restaurant in Galway, Ireland. It is a fine dining restaurant that is awarded one Michelin star in 2013. Head chef of Aniar is Enda McEvoy.

Located at 53.2711, -9.05707 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Michelin Guide starred restaurants in Ireland

William Joyce

New Cemetery in Bohermore For other uses, see William Joyce (disambiguation). William Joyce {{#invoke:InfoboxImage|InfoboxImage|image=The Capture of William Joyce, Germany, 1945 BU6910.

Located at 53.2769, -9.03025 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
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