Shantallow
Galway
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

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.
Things to do

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

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

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

From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop at Connemara National Pk.

Galway: Dark History Guided City Walking Tour

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
Top hotels in Shantallow

The Dean Galway
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

City HideAway
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

The Galmont
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Clayton Hotel Galway
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow

Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Cappanaveagh
While Cappanaveagh isn't home to many top sights, Leisureland and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.

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.
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- University of Galway
- Galway Bay
- Galway Harbour
- Shop Street
- University Hospital Galway
- Spanish Arch
- Galway Race Course
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Galway Cathedral
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Dunguaire Castle
- Leisureland
- Caesar's Palace
- Aillwee Cave
- Lough Corrib
- Claregalway Castle
- Galway City Museum
- Grattan Beach
- Galway Shopping Center
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course
- Fanore Beach
- St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
- Lynch's Castle
- Spiddal Beach
- Burren National Park
- National Aquarium of Galway
- Quiet Man Bridge
- Silver Strand
- Poulnabrone Dolmen