Before landing in Ireland, I had been told to visit Galway. Take a bus and make a weekend out of the city if I could. The bars and restaurants were fantastic, the city felt alive and bustling, it was a great place to have fun. I did end up spending a weekend in Galway, but the days were split at the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. Still, I had a blast in the city, walking around and enjoying the street performances, eating amazing fish and chips, enjoying world cup matches at the bars, and taking a photo walk around the city.
This blog post contains both days I spent in Galway, marked most by my captivation with the street performances. This blog post won’t be too long as I had no plan as I wandered the streets. I captured what caught my attention and what inspired me. I was able to get great shots of performers, architecture, and the Spanish Arch. My suggestion if you head to Galway, plan on just hanging out on the street and enjoying the music, the stunts, and the fun that pops up. Also the Latin Quarter was fantastic with varied restaurants, bars, and shops.
Enjoy!
Had a nice pint and watched a some of the world cup here!
I heard music and cheering and followed the sound to hear this band, Bianco Sporco, performing. I stayed for a while to enjoy their work and photograph them.
The Latin Quarter is bustling and filled with great shops and restuaraunts.
This is the start of my second day in Galway!
So the swans were right up against the walking path and I went to photograph them. One honked at me and I jumped back and a few bystanders laughed at me. Thanks, bird.
The Spanish Arch!
A memorial for mariners lost at sea.
Wolfe Tone bridge
They were singing (and drinking of course) and were excited to see someone taking their photo!
I love how bright this mural is!
The second street performance I watched on my second and last night in Galway. I came a little late into his routine and didn't catch his name. He's from Brazil traveling around and performing.
His routine involved juggling fire, knives, and grabbing members form the audience to assit.
"How the British juggle" - to loud laughs from the crowd.
Using three audience members to help him get on top of the ladder.
His countdown before they scatter.
Audience member preparing to throw him his knife.
Catching the knife
Now its time for fire
So stressful
He did catch them!