West Ireland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galway featuring heritage architecture and château or palace
Galway Cathedral featuring religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Galway City Museum showing interior views
Galway Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Galway featuring tranquil scenes, heritage architecture and a park

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Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek

Galway City Centre

4/5(42 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.

Galway City Centre
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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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Menlo

Travellers like the historical sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Menlo
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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.

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Rahoon

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

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Lenaboy

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

Lenaboy
The Dean Galway
The Dean Galway
4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is AU$229 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (342 reviews)
"First tume stay"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

The Dean Galway
Eyre Square Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel
3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway
The price is AU$266 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$266
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"good location"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Eyre Square Hotel
Nox Hotel
Nox Hotel
3 out of 5
Headford Rd., Galway, Galway
The price is AU$213 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was a bit too dim, and the wifi was limited. This is the first hotel in our travels where we weren’t able to access our emails properly. Other than these two issues, we had a great time!"

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Nox Hotel
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Citypoint Apartments
Citypoint Apartments
4 out of 5
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! (407 reviews)
"Great value and location"

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

Citypoint Apartments
Madison House
Madison House
3.5 out of 5
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (7 reviews)
"Room was tiny. No reception. We never saw anyone that worked for the hotel. This was especially a problem when some people staying at the hotel got locked out at 3am and spent half an hour banging on the door trying to get someone to let them in."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2024

Madison House
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
2.5 out of 5
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (39 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

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
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Popular places to visit

Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

You can learn about the history of Cong with a stop at Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots.

Ashford Castle
Eyre Square showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

4/5(23 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

Quay Street

During your visit to Latin Quarter, 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
University of Galway

University of Galway

3/5(1 review)

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.

University of Galway
Kylemore Abbey which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Kylemore Abbey

5/5(4 reviews)

Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.

Kylemore Abbey
Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway Harbour

4/5(16 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

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Dunguaire Castle which includes a river or creek, château or palace and heritage elements

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Westport showing a river or creek

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