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Galway CathedralvsThe Spanish Arch
Galway Cathedral and The Spanish Arch are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Galway Cathedral scores marginally better than The Spanish Arch. Galway Cathedral comes in at 80 with accolades from 3 sources like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Galway Cathedral
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
University and Gaol Rds., Cathedral Square, Galway
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Fodor's "A calm and peaceful spot, it's especially appealing to church lovers." Full review
Lonely Planet "Rising over the River Corrib, imposing Galway Cathedral was dedicated by the late Cardinal Richard Cushing of Boston in 1965." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Its hotchpotch of architectural styles has earned it a fair amount of criticism, but the sheer size of the interior is impressive." Full review
U.S. News & World Report10.0
"The architecture is modern and instead of the typical altars and stained-glass windows, there are mosaics. There's even one of John F. Kennedy." Full review
Frommer's "Galway’s cathedral has an impressive domed exterior that looks suitably Romanesque in style...the striking interior has rows of symmetrical stone archways and dramatic lighting. " Full review
The Spanish Arch Fodor's Michelin Guide Lonely Planet Lonely Planet U.S. News & World Report
Spanish Arch, Galway
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Fodor's "It's another reminder of Galway's—and Ireland's—past links with Spain, and is a much-loved local landmark." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The name is a reminder of the city's trading links with Spain." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The Spanish Arch is thought to be an extension of Galway's medieval city walls, designed to protect ships moored at the nearby quay while they unloaded goods from Spain." Full review
Lonely Planet "Its 20 rooms are small but strikingly decorated with works by up-and-coming Irish artists such as Stephen Cooke, with street-art-style murals above the beds." Full review
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Light sleepers should ask for a quieter upper-floor room (reached by a lift).
U.S. News & World Report9.0
"A popular photo op for every visitor to Galway. The arch is assumed to be part of the medieval city walls, which were built to protect the ships that came in with goods from Spain." Full review
