Things to do in Western Ireland, Ireland: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites

August 27, 2021 Karren Gelb

Discover the best top things to do in Western Ireland, Ireland including Teampall Bheann (Chapel/Temple of Benan), Sacred Heart Church, St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Galway Cathedral, Boyle Abbey, Cathedral of the Assumption Tuam, Sligo Abbey, St. Brendan's Cathedral, St. Augustine's Church, Abbaye de Cong.
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1. Teampall Bheann (Chapel/Temple of Benan)

Aran Islands Inishmore Ireland +353 99 61263
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Teampall Bheann (Chapel/Temple of Benan)

2. Sacred Heart Church

Roscommon Ireland http://www.sacredheartroscommon.com/
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5.0 based on 49 reviews

Sacred Heart Church

Reviewed By vincentdE9094KZ - Dún Laoghaire, Ireland

This huge church was designed by Walter Doolin architect, and some time later the spire was added in 1916 by O'Callaghan and Webb architects of Dublin. The artistic execution of the carved detailing, mosaics, stained glass and interior decoration complement and enhance this imposing church. The exterior is far more impressive than the church of Ireland church on Henry Street. Don't just walk, the interior is well worth seeing with elaborate mosaics, leaded glass and memorials. How did the people of a small (not rich) town pay for such an impressive edifice?

3. St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church

Market Street, Galway Ireland +353 91 564 648 http://www.stnicholas.ie/
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4.5 based on 581 reviews

St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church

The largest medieval church in Ireland is surrounded by narrow, winding streets and a bustling marketplace.

Reviewed By thebiggerdog - London, United Kingdom

Located just round the corner of Tig Coili, down Market Street is this wonderful church. Founded in 1320 (!) and dedicated to the patron saint of seafarers and visited by Christopher Columbus in 1477. Be sure to read all the pamphlets as the contain loads of facts, and if you happen to be there as a tour group is wondering through, the acoustics allow you to catch all the guide's wisdom. Afterwards, be sure to cross the street and visit Sheridan's Cheese Mongers.

4. Galway Cathedral

University and Gaol Rds. Cathedral Square, Galway Ireland +353 91 563 577 [email protected] http://www.galwaycathedral.ie/
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4.5 based on 1,951 reviews

Galway Cathedral

Reviewed By CarolinaNurse323 - Kernersville, United States

My husband & I were travelling with a tour group with Gate 1 Travel and Galway Cathedral was on our list of MUST SEE when we arrived in Galway. This spectacular Cathedral was built with local limestone and Connemara marble and is truly amazing. The awe inspiring sanctuary with its wooden pews, flags, marble floors, stained glass windows, altars, cupola and THAT large pipe organ are exquisite! The plaque with JFK made a lasting impression. THIS CATHEDRAL IS A MUST SEE! TRULY ONE OF THE BEST I HAVE EVER SEEN!

5. Boyle Abbey

Boyle Ireland 353-79-62604, 353-79-62145 http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/west/boyleabbey
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4.5 based on 174 reviews

Boyle Abbey

6. Cathedral of the Assumption Tuam

The Presbytery Dublin Road Tuam Ireland +353 93 24250 [email protected] http://www.tuamparish.com/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Cathedral of the Assumption Tuam

7. Sligo Abbey

Sligo Abbey Visitor Centre Abbey Street, Sligo F91 K796 Ireland +353 71 914 6406 [email protected] http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/north-west/sligoabbey/
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4.5 based on 293 reviews

Sligo Abbey

Reviewed By LucyKilkenny

We live in Kilkenny, so we have Jerpoint Abbey close by and St Canice's Cathedral in Kilkenny, but if you appreciate your history the cloisters in Sligo Abbey are a must as there are three sections more or less in tact and you get a definite feel for the times when it was built. We would highly recommend an hour here and at only a fiver to get in it was well worth the price

8. St. Brendan's Cathedral

Loughrea Ireland +353 91 563 081 http://www.loughreacathedral.ie
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

St. Brendan's Cathedral

9. St. Augustine's Church

Middle Street, Galway Ireland +353 91 562 524 http://www.augustinians.ie
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

St. Augustine's Church

Reviewed By 635annan - Galway, Ireland

Magnificent history and all the blessings you wish in your travel to visit this beautiful Church in the heart of the City

10. Abbaye de Cong

Cong Ireland
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Abbaye de Cong

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