Newtown
Ballyvaughan
Popular places to visit

Poulnabrone Dolmen
You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Aillwee Cave
Explore the great outdoors at Aillwee Cave, a lovely green space in Ballyvaughan. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Caherconnell Stone Fort
You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a trip to Caherconnell Stone Fort. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.
Newtown Castle
Newtown Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballyvaughan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Newtown Castle
Newtown Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballyvaughan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Burren Birds of Prey Centre
Enjoy an outing to Burren Birds of Prey Centre during your stay in Ballyvaughan. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Horse riding - Dirt Trek Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Clare. Guided. 1 hour.
Top hotels in Newtown

The Waters Country House
We happened to find this gem and we will definitely be back. We were only there for one night, which was definitely not long enough. Gorgeous views, cozy rooms and delicious breakfast!
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Cappabhaile House
Friendly
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Galway Bay Hotel
Staff where unbelievable, hotel was in a beautiful spot, hotel had so many amenities. We had a brilliant stay, cant wait to go back.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Clayton Hotel Galway
Their was an issue with the accommodation in hotel but staff were excellent in getting alternative accommodation sorted at this busy time of year. Our trip could have been a disaster but staff + hotel were very responsive in find a solution for unforseen issues in hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

The Galmont
Staff was lovely, great location for hotel. Had a very long wait for breakfast of 35mins. So need to be down early.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Room clean, friendly staff, shame about the shower
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025



