Oughterard
Travel Guide





Visit Oughterard

Mountain View Guesthouse
What a lovely guesthouse! It is spotlessly clean and quiet, and Patricia is a welcoming and gracious host. She prepares wonderful breakfasts each day. I highly recommend Mountain View if you want a Galway-area stay, a bit outside the city.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

The Dean Galway
Really love rooftop bar and friendly staff! Great location and hotel! Really nice vibes
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The location and staff are excellent at this hotel. They are very friendly and accommodating. The property could be a little cleaner.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Citypoint Apartments
The unit was modern and surprisingly spacious. Location was also excellent with the Latin Quarter just a short walk away. All-in-all excellent accommodation. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Shoreline Apartments
Excellent accommodation and spectacular views. Clean and comfortable with quick access to Galway. Don’t forget to check out Salthill area as there are some nice places to eat and great pub.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Queen Street Place
Popular places to visit

Quiet Man Bridge
You can learn about the history of Oughterard with a stop at Quiet Man Bridge. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots.
Lough Corrib
The largest lake (or lough) in the Republic of Ireland, Lough Corrib is a beauty spot that embodies much of what is so striking about the Irish landscape.
Brigit's Garden
Find out about the history of Oughterard when you spend time at Brigit's Garden. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or seek out the fishing spots.
Aughnanure Castle
Aughnanure Castle is just one of the places to see in Oughterard, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Glengowla Mines
Learn about the local history of Oughterard when you take a trip to Glengowla Mines. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the fishing spots.
Oughterard Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Oughterard at Oughterard Golf Club. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway city. Guided. Full day




