saint nicholas collegiate church

So named after the patron saint of sailors, St. Nicholas Collegiate church is one of Irelands oldest Parish churches. It is said that Christopher Columbus prayed here when he visited Galway in 1477. The church also boasts many beautifully carved tombs, including the tomb of James Lynch, the first Mayor of Galway.
Today, St. Nicholas' Church is still at the core of Galway city's activities. The main Galway market is held every Saturday outside the church gates. The church is also know to host concerts here throughout the year – quite an idyllic setting for an intimate concert.