Galway
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Visit Galway
Where to stay in Galway

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
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.

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 Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Lough Atalia, 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.

Rahoon
Though Rahoon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pearse Stadium and Leisureland.

The Dean Galway
The pool is amazing and was lovely and warm
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Nox Hotel
Quiet and clean. Walking distance to the city centre. If you want to leave the busy, noisy city but still have walking distance to everything this place is good. Dunnes is close by 5 mins walking
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Great location to local shops and pubs in Galway. Would stay there again and will recommend to others visiting Galway.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Queen Street Place

Citypoint Apartments
The unit was modern and surprisingly spacious. Location was also excellent with the Latin Quarter just a short walk away. All-in-all excellent accommodation. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Shoreline Apartments
I did not cook, but everything needed to cook was there as far as pots and pans went
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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.

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

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: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

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

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

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
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- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- Galway Harbour
- University of Galway
- Galway Cathedral
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- Shop Street
- University Hospital Galway
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- Merlin Park Hospital
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course
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- Grattan Beach
- Claregalway Castle
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- Pearse Stadium
- Galway Shopping Center
- Riverside Walk
- Galway City Museum
- Lynch's Castle
- Caesar's Palace
- St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
- Galway Atlantaquaria
- Lough Atalia
- Silver Strand
- Bohermore’s Victorian Cemetery
- South Park
- Galway Golf Club
- Merlin Woods Park




