Galway

Travel Guide

Dunguaire Castle which includes heritage architecture, a river or creek and heritage elements
Galway which includes heritage architecture and chateau or palace
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Where to stay in Galway

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum which includes interior views

Latin Quarter

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.

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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
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Renmore

When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Renmore
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Newcastle

While there might not be top attractions in Newcastle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galway Cathedral and Galway Shopping Center.

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Menlo

Travellers like the historical sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Menlo
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is RM839 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
RM839
RM952 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (467 reviews)
new hotel in Galway next to Erye Square
"Brand new Hotel. I’m used to staying in older modified hotels all across Ireland . This place is fun and modern. Meant for the business travel of girls trip . Rooftop bar is beautiful. If you are looking for old quaint Ireland go somewhere else. This is a beautiful hotel with bars / pool/gym and ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is RM770 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
RM770
RM874 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice quite place to stay"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is RM899 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
RM899
RM1,020 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

2.5 out of 5
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (67 reviews)
"The hotel is a bit out of the way, so be prepared to taxi into the center. The rooms are tiny - bed against the wall tiny, squish in the shower tiny. It’s also loud at night - there’s no air conditioning so you have to have the windows open, and people are loud all night in the courtyard when coming ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (434 reviews)
"Clean, and within walking distance of the train station and city centre."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Citypoint Apartments
University of Galway Apartments

University of Galway Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"Lovely room clean but very basic about 40 minutes walk from the centre there is a bus stop up the road on the right every 30 minutes 1.90 euro to the centre the spar on the corner is very handy"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Eyre Square showing outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Eyre Square

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street

Quay Street

During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Quay Street
University of Galway

University of Galway

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

University of Galway
Shop Street

Shop Street

During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Shop Street
Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway Harbour

Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.

Galway Harbour
Spanish Arch

Spanish Arch

Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Spanish Arch

Things to do

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

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

RM322
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

RM198
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour
Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Wild Atlantic Way day tour from Galway city

RM356
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Wild Atlantic Way day tour from Galway city
Diamond Mountain, Connemara National Park.

From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop at Connemara National Pk.

RM248
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop at Connemara National Pk.
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

RM198
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

RM72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
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