Services

Galway City Council considers our beaches to be one of the most valuable recreational facilities available to residents of and visitors to Galway City. There are four designated beaches in the Galway City area

Local authorities may provide bring centres where you can recycle small household items such as glass, plastic, food and beverage cans and textiles.

Details and locations of Galway City Council sports/recreation facilities.

Local authorities may provide designated parking bays for drivers or drivers of passengers with a disability permit.

Local authorities, together with public transport providers, may provide park and ride facilities so that people can park their car in a designated car park and transfer to public transport.

There are many facilities for playing football, soccer and rugby in Galway City and these facilities are subject to a Galway City Council Letting Agreement with local sports clubs.

Local authorities may provide and maintain public parks which offer facilities such as pathways, cycleways, playground, skateboarding areas, playing pitches, outdoor gyms, tea rooms, and performance and exhibition areas.

There are 30 (thirty) playgrounds in Galway City. The Recreation & Amenity Department take great pride in being a child friendly city and with 30 playgrounds/skate parks/multi use game areas, we aim to have the highest quality of maintenance in place.

Local authorities may provide and maintain public toilets and cities, towns, harbours and coastal areas.

Locations and details of the public walk ways in Galway City.