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Galway
Travel Guide
Visit Galway
Where to stay in Galway
Galway City Centre
4.5/5(117 area reviews)
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.
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.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Menlo
Travellers like the historical sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.
The Dean Galway
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is €173 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€173
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (395 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely hotel and staff."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025
Eyre Square Hotel
Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway
The price is €212 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
€212
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Fantastic location right by train/bus stations, across the street from Eyre Square with easy walking access to the city centre and many dining/pub/live music options. Good full breakfast was included."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Sandy Road, Galway, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €149 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
€149
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Quality hotel with good amenities. I like the size of the room, especially for a European property."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
"Good value. The doors are really loud no matter how gently you try to close them. The walk to city centre is on a very busy road, but the upside is there plenty of shopping close to the hostel."
Reviewed on 5 Sep 2024
Citypoint Apartments
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (425 reviews)
"Combo washer and dryer did not get clothes done quickly or actually dry. Bring a travel clothesline if you plan to wash clothes. Otherwise the place was modern and nice."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025
Madison House
Forster St, 21, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, hydromassage showerheads, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"Definitely would book here again if I ever return to Galway. Loved the location and it was a lot easier to access than it may sound at first."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
University of Galway
3.5/5(7 reviews)
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
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.
Spanish Arch
4/5(56 reviews)
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
€55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Tour
€50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
€40
per adult
Galway: Dark History Guided City Walking Tour
€20
per adult
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
€70
per adult
Reviews of Galway
4.5
Top destination
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveller
not too many Irish about the place these days
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Just love it we have family there
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Personally I love Galway, the hotel is within walking distance. I do have to comment that during Breakfast a staff member was asked by a number of guests in relation to when certain foods would be brought out to switch he snapped at people. Very igno
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Fantastic city. Great atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Galway is a lovely, vibrant, friendly city with a great variety of shops, restaurants and bars and Salthill is a beautiful base to explore the city and surrounding area. Lots to see here, coastal, countryside, culture and city.
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- University of Galway
- Galway Harbour
- University Hospital Galway
- Spanish Arch
- Galway Cathedral
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Galway Race Course
- Shop Street
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Caesar's Palace
- Leisureland
- Pearse Stadium
- Galway City Museum
- Galway Shopping Center
- Claregalway Castle
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course
- Lynch's Castle
- National Aquarium of Galway
- Grattan Beach
- Silver Strand
- St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
- Riverside Walk
- Menlo Castle
- Galway Golf Club
- Lough Atalia
- Millennium Children's Park and Playground
- Ladies Beach