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Tig Cóilí
Galway City, Co. Galway
Tig Cóilí is in the heart of Galway City, just off Shop Street. Famous for its traditional Irish music sessions, it is a very popular spot for tourists and locals alike who want to sample traditional Irish music in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.

Tig Cóilí is located on Mainguard Street in Galway City’s Latin Quarter. Famous for its traditional Irish music sessions, it is a very popular spot for tourists and locals alike who want to sample traditional Irish music in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. It is an ideal spot for a coffee break in the middle of your shopping where you can browse through its many photos of well known people who have visited this cosy pub. Tig Cóilí is famous for its impromptu music sessions where musicians often visit the pub for a relaxing pint and end up in the middle of the craic. Amongst the better known names who have joined in on the sessions are Paul Brady, Sharon Shannon, Dessie O'Halloran, Johnny and Lizzy, Frankie Gavin, Mairtin O'Connor, Nick Power, Arty McGlynn, Altan, Don Stiff, Barry Brady, Anders and Yonis.

Check it out and you’ll agree that this is one of the best pubs in Galway. With an amazing bunch of locals who’ll welcome you, strangers breaking out in song and traditional music sessions, it’s a must visit.

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The Latin Quarter, Mainguard St, Galway, Ireland
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