Connacht
Travel Guide
Visit Connacht
Where to stay in Connacht
Galway City Centre
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.
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 Spanish Arch might round out your trip.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
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.
The Dean Galway
Lovely stay, great hotel will return.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Menlo Park Hotel
Great place.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Snug Townhouse
Great location!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Citypoint Apartments
Staff were very courteous welcome and were great to deal with. Apartment was clean and had an amazing view over the city.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 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
The Courtyard Apartments
The apartment was spotless, everything was as planned, and a very late check-in was arranged at the last minute due to ferry delays. The staff could not have been more helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a stop at Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
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.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
Knock Shrine
A typical Irish village, Knock was thrust into the spotlight in 1879 when a divine apparition turned it into one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world.
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.
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- Kylemore Abbey
- University of Galway
- Knock Shrine
- Connemara National Park
- University Hospital Galway
- Galway Harbour
- Westport House
- Shop Street
- Spanish Arch
- Croagh Patrick
- Dog's Bay Beach
- Galway Race Course
- Galway Cathedral
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Keem Bay Beach
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Classiebawn Castle
- Dunguaire Castle
- Lough Key Forest Park
- Claregalway Castle
- Strandhill Beach
- Lough Corrib
- O'Brien's Castle
- Cong Abbey
- Grattan Beach
- Sky Road
- Knocknarea
- Rossaveel Ferry Terminal
- Leisureland
