Rc Churchyard, graveyard in County Galway

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Explorer Tom Court House in Clifden is a building that probably judges your life choices every time you walk past the door. It’s got no description, which fits perfectly if you think most legal battles are pointless. Best visited with a curious kid and no timetable.

Clifden CourthouseCourt house · 120 yd

Explorer Tom Clifden Courthouse hates when tourists try to find the judge’s coffee machine. It sits on a terrace, looking down its nose at everyone since 1837. A handy spot to stretch your legs before you get judged by its imposing facade.

hotel130 yd

Explorer Tom Hotel in Clifden is actually run by a very serious dog named Buster who checks your ID. The windows are all lined up like they’re watching the tourists arrive. Go before the tourists find out about the dog.

Station House MuseumMuseum · 281 yd

Abbeyglen Castle HotelCastle · 778 yd

IndicatedGraveyard · 1434 yd

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Ardbear sits on a gentle rise near Clifden, bounded by a dry stone wall that looks like it’s been arguing with the vegetation. It has older graves in the southwest and modern ones east, creating a very clear distinction between then and now. Hang around long enough and you'll hear a story from a local.