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 Galway City Museum 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.
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.
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
Lovely Place
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Citypoint Apartments
Everything was as expected but the dryer didn’t work well.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
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
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
THE BATHROOM HAD A LITTLE MILDEW
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
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.
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.
Things to do
Spirits of Mystic: Cocktail Pub Crawl
- Quay Street
- Eyre Square
- Kylemore Abbey
- Galway Harbour
- Connemara National Park
- University of Galway
- University Hospital Galway
- Knock Shrine
- Spanish Arch
- Westport House
- Croagh Patrick
- Shop Street
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Galway Cathedral
- Galway Race Course
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Keem Bay Beach
- Dog's Bay Beach
- Leisureland
- Dunguaire Castle
- Classiebawn Castle
- Sky Road
- Claregalway Castle
- Cong Abbey
- Lough Key Forest Park
- O'Brien's Castle
- Pearse Stadium
- Streedagh Strand
- Clifden Castle
- Ben Bulben
- Quiet Man Museum
- McHale Park
