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Eyre Square (John F. Kennedy Memorial Park), Galway

Eyre Square (John F. Kennedy Memorial Park), Galway

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Eyre Square (John F. Kennedy Memorial Park), Galway

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Location: Galway, Ireland

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June 23, 2023

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Eyre Square (‘An Fhaiche Mhór’ in Irish) in the heart of Galway City, is officially known as the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park. The square has a rich history dating …

May 19, 2026

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The city's main square is also called Kennedy Memorial Park (the American president received a triumphant welcome in Galway in 1963). On the northwest side, you can see the remains of a Renaissance gateway (1627) called Browne Doorway (DORAS DE BRUN), named after the former owners who lived in the district (the Brownes were part of the 14 merchant families or tribes who held power over Galway in the Middle Ages). In the southwest, the shopping centre has integrated part of the old walls and the two towers.

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April 15, 2018

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Great place at the end of the pedestrian area with bus stations and small park.

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Elevation 70 m

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