Pearse Stadium, Galway

Name: Pearse Stadium
Address: Rockbarton Road, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

#45 among attractions in Galway

Arenas and stadiums, Sport, Sport venue

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Facts and practical information

Pearse Stadium is the principal GAA stadium in County Galway, Ireland. The Galway GAA Gaelic football and hurling teams use the stadium for their home games. The stadium, amongst others in the province of Connacht, is also used for games in the Connacht Senior Football Championship ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1957 (67 years ago)Capacity: 26.2 thous.Coordinates: 53°15'48"N, 9°5'4"W

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Rockbarton Road, SalthillRockbartonGalway Ireland

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Pearse Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Christopher Columbus Monument, Corrib Princess, St Ignatius Church.

1.4 miNE
Expansive green-domed Catholic cathedral
Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway
37 min walk • The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, often simply referred to as Galway Cathedral, is a defining feature of the skyline of Galway, Ireland. This imposing church stands as a testament to the religious heritage and architectural grandeur of the...
1.3 miNE
Memorial
Christopher Columbus Monument, Galway
34 min walk • In the heart of Galway, Ireland, stands a memorial that might seem unexpected to some: the Christopher Columbus Monument. This tribute to the famous explorer is less known than the city's other historical landmarks, but it holds significance for its connection...
1.6 miNE
53°16'41"N • 9°3'16"W
Corrib Princess, Galway
41 min walk • River cruise, Boat tours, Tours
1 miNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Ignatius Church, Galway
27 min walk • St Ignatius Church or the Jesuit Church is a Roman Catholic Church building served by the Society of Jesus next to Coláiste Iognáid in Galway. It was founded in 1863 and is a protected structure in the city.
1.5 miNE
Library
James Hardiman Library, Galway
38 min walk • The James Hardiman Library serves the University of Galway in Ireland. It is a legal deposit or "copyright library", which means that publishers in the country must deposit a copy of all their publications there, free of charge.
1.4 miNE
Museum
James Mitchell Museum, Galway
35 min walk • The James Mitchell Geology Museum is a geological museum based at Galway's University in the West of Ireland. It is the only remnant of the University's defunct Natural History Museum.
1.3 miNE
53°16'20"N • 9°3'27"W
Nuns Island Theatre, Galway
33 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
~1500 ftSE
Park
Salthill Galway, Galway
8 min walk • 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.
1.2 miNE
Nightlife
Róisín Dubh, Galway
31 min walk • The Róisín Dubh is a live music and comedy venue located 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 "little black rose". According to Una Mullally in the Sunday Tribune, the venue is "the heart of live music in the city".
1.4 miNE
Universities and schools
NUI Galway, Galway
36 min walk • The National University of Ireland Galway is a public research university located in the city of Galway, Ireland. A tertiary education and research institution, the university has been awarded the full five QS stars for excellence, and is ranked among the top 1 percent of universities according to the 2018 QS World University Rankings.
0.6 miE
City, Beach
Salthill, Galway
15 min walk • Salthill is a seaside area in the City of Galway in the west of Ireland. Lying within the townland of Lenaboy, it attracts many tourists all year round.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pearse Stadium?

Nearby attractions include Salthill Galway, Galway (8 min walk), Salthill, Galway (15 min walk), Blackrock Diving Tower, Galway (15 min walk).

How to get to Pearse Stadium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pearse Stadium:

Bus

Threadneedle Rd • Lines: 401 (6 min walk)
Taylors Hill Rd • Lines: 402 (8 min walk)

Train

Leisureland Express (9 min walk)