Eyre Square, also known as John F. Kennedy Memorial Park, is a large open plaza and Galway’s main public space. The inner-city public park is rectangular and surrounded by three major traffic arteries that flow into Galway city center, and a pedestrian-only zone on the west side. Originally a town green used for markets in front of the city gates, the square features several striking attractions, including the abstract Quincentennial Fountain depicting one of Galway’s traditional ‘hooker’ sailboats. There is also a bronze statue of famous Irish-language writer Pádraic Ó Conaire, and a bust of John F. Kennedy, who played a pivotal role in the freedom of Galway.

Eyre Square, Galway, County Galway, Ireland, Phone: +35-391-53-64-00

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