Barna

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Barna is a coastal village on the R336 regional road in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. It has become a satellite village of Galway city. The village is Irish speaking and is therefore a constituent part of the regions of Ireland that make up the Gaeltacht. ()

Alternative names: Area: 0.73 mi²Coordinates: 53°15'5"N, 9°9'8"W

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Barna – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spanish Arch, Christopher Columbus Monument, Barna Woods, St Ignatius Church.

4.3 miE
Arch, Bridge
Spanish Arch, Galway
109 min walk • The Spanish Arch, a historic remnant of Galway city's medieval past, stands as an emblem of the city's rich cultural heritage. Constructed in 1584, the arch was originally an extension of the city walls, designed to protect the city's quays.
4.2 miE
Memorial
Christopher Columbus Monument, Galway
108 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 miNE
Natural attraction, Park, Forest
Barna Woods, Galway
27 min walk • Barna Woods, a lush haven of tranquility, stands as a natural oasis on the outskirts of the bustling city of Galway, Ireland. This ancient forest, a treasure trove of biodiversity, offers a serene escape to nature lovers and those seeking solitude away from the urban...
3.9 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Ignatius Church, Galway
101 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.
4.2 miNE
Library
James Hardiman Library, Galway
109 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.
4.1 miNE
Museum
James Mitchell Museum, Galway
106 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.
4.2 miE
53°16'20"N • 9°3'27"W
Nuns Island Theatre, Galway
107 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
3 miE
Park
Salthill Galway, Galway
77 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.
1.6 miE
53°15'32"N • 9°6'55"W
Rusheen Bay Windsurfing, Galway
42 min walk • Surfing, Kayaking, Tours
4.1 miE
Nightlife
Róisín Dubh, Galway
105 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".
4.2 miNE
Universities and schools
NUI Galway, Galway
109 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.