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

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street

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.

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

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
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
Shop Street

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

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 Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
The price is €125 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
€125
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
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! (585 reviews)
Extremely clean room, very comfortable bed and a TV with all the streaming apps. Pool and sauna area were amazing

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

The Dean Galway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road Galway Galway
The price is €144 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
€144
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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! (1,003 reviews)
Room is clean but housekeeping is a bit lax. It is in an older building and so we had a little bit of a plumbing problem. The staff was helpful to find solution quickly. Room is spacious and hotel is next to the train station and a short walk (10-15) to the center - very convenient. Love the view ...

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

The Galmont
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road Galway Galway
The price is €109 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
€109
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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! (1,002 reviews)
The Menlo Park hotel is an oasis in a busy city. The staff are wonderful and it was spotless. The food is excellent and the lunchtime carvery seems to have a lot of locals coming in for food. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street Galway Galway
The price is €143 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
€143
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Awesome service, very clean hotel and room, close to all Galway!

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse

3 out of 5
10 Quay Street Galway Galway
Fully refundable
The price is €78 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
€78
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
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! (661 reviews)
An ideal location for a social weekend in Galway. Everything is within walking distance & you are amongst the hustle & bustle, looking out over The Quays Bar, yet the room itself was not noisy (very good windows). The room was lovely and clean & the staff were very friendly. I would definitely stay ...

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

The Snug Townhouse
Eyre Square Hotel

Eyre Square Hotel

3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square Galway
The price is €129 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
€129
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
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! (1,110 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

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.

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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 Cooper's Hill Livery.

Ballinfoile
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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
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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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