Galway City Centre

Galway

Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek and boating
Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek and boating
Galway City Centre which includes a bay or harbor and night scenes
Quay Street which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets
Galway City Centre showing a river or creek and a bridge as well as an individual femail

Popular places to visit

Eyre Square showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

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 which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets

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.

Quay Street
Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek 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 featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a couple

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
The colourful shopping street in Galway... #Architecture

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 Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Galway Cathedral

See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.

Galway Cathedral

Things to do

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

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

€40
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

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

€55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Kylemore Abbey

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

€55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway Celtic Mythology Tour

Galway Celtic Mythology Tour

€25
per adult
Galway Celtic Mythology Tour
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

€9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór

Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)

€40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)
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Top hotels in Galway City Centre

Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road Galway Galway
The price is €105 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
€105
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Staff and room

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Menlo Park Hotel
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
The price is €115 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
€115
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Eyre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (594 reviews)
The rooms were amazing, super clean, comfy bed, very cool decor! Unfortunately the breakfast wasn’t good. Disappointing for a such a nice hotel.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

The Dean Galway
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street Galway Galway
The price is €120 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
€120
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Would definitely stay again! Location is perfect, quality and cleanliness was exceptional, and breakfast was delicious. We will look for this hotel chain when booking travel in other cities too.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse

3 out of 5
10 Quay Street Galway Galway
The price is €72 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
€72
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (670 reviews)
Perfect location for a night out in the city. Very clean and the staff are super friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

The Snug Townhouse
Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

4 out of 5
New Dock Road Galway Galway
The price is €123 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
€123
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very pleasant receptionist on arrival and on departure the next day a very efficient staff receptionist member regarding exiting the car park. Breakfast was excellent - great choice.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Harbour Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel

Eyre Square Hotel

3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square Galway
The price is €122 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
€122
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,113 reviews)
Been a few times to the Eyre Square hotel every time they are friendly, polite and attentive. Rooms are spacious and modern with plenty of outlets and fast wifi. The hotel has a lovely hotel bar as well

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Eyre Square Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.

Latin Quarter
Aerial view on Galway city. Road N6 and bridge over Corrib river, Terryland castle remains, Sun flare, Ireland.

Terryland

Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Terryland
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Ballinfoile

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballinfoile and surrounding area, you can visit Galway Shopping Center and Lough Atalia.

Ballinfoile
May 2016

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.

Newcastle
Aerial view on Ballyloughane Strand in Galway city, Ireland. High tide. Blue cloudy sky and ocean water. Popular area with amazing view and footpaths for walk close to Renmore residential area

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
City of Galway Ireland aerial view over the Claddagh district

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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