Galway City Centre

Galway

Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek and boating
Galway City Centre
Galway City Centre
Galway City Centre
Galway City Centre

Popular places to visit

Eyre Square showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

4/5(95 reviews)

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

4/5(44 reviews)

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

4/5(56 reviews)

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

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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

4.5/5(44 reviews)

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'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)
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

€55
per adult
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
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Top hotels in Galway City Centre

The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road Galway Galway
The price is €153 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
€153
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely Place

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

The Galmont
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street Galway Galway
The price is €108 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
€108
25 Jan - 26 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)
Loved the location near shops and restaurants with views of Galway Bay. Staff were friendly. Hotel was a good stop for us.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road Galway Galway
The price is €105 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
€105
18 Jan - 19 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)
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Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Menlo Park Hotel
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €116 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
€116
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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! (590 reviews)
Hotel was top class, staff were lovely, room was so nice and comfy, the heated pool in the middle of hotel was one of the nicest experiences, enjoyed it so much, coffee in morning was so good too

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Dean Galway
The G Hotel and Spa

The G Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Wellpark Galway Galway
The price is €188 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
€188
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (788 reviews)
Room and facilities were really nice. Just doesn’t have the usual feel of a true 5 star like the Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons, but I would definitely stay again when I visit Galway.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

The G Hotel and Spa
Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

4 out of 5
New Dock Road Galway Galway
The price is €111 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
€111
21 Jan - 22 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! (1,001 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
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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
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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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