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.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Rahoon
Though Rahoon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pearse Stadium and Leisureland.
The Dean Galway
Our favorite hotel stay in Ireland! Friendly helpful staff! Comfy bed and pillows! Our room was decorated so quaint and it was clean and cozy. Loved the robes provided for shower. It was a couple days before my daughter’s birthday and they left her a birthday note with fine chocolates. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
This was an easy check in and check out process. The staff had amazing recommendations for things to do in Galway and restaurants. Right of Quay and not a far walk from the bus/train station. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Nox Hotel
Clean room, great location! Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Citypoint Apartments
Great location
Reviewed on 31 Mar 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
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
- Galway Harbour
- Knock Shrine
- University of Galway
- Connemara National Park
- University Hospital Galway
- Dog's Bay Beach
- Shop Street
- Westport House
- Croagh Patrick
- Spanish Arch
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Keem Bay Beach
- Galway Cathedral
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Galway Race Course
- Lough Corrib
- Rossaveel Ferry Terminal
- Strandhill Beach
- Knocknarea
- Sky Road
- Claregalway Castle
- Dunguaire Castle
- Lough Key Forest Park
- Cong Abbey
- O'Brien's Castle
- Leisureland
- Classiebawn Castle
- Quiet Man Museum
