Connacht Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galway Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Tobernalt Holy Well featuring a statue or sculpture and a garden
Knocknarea featuring tranquil scenes
Sligo showing tranquil scenes
Strandhill Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as an individual female

Where to stay in Connacht

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

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
Galway City Museum showing 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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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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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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Salthill

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

Salthill
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$263 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$263
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (448 reviews)
"The Dean is a very nice hotel to stay in Galway"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

The Dean Galway
City HideAway

City HideAway

3 out of 5
Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Galway
The price is AU$263 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$263
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (49 reviews)
"So close to all the attractions at Galway"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

City HideAway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Galway
The price is AU$349 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$349
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Great sport in Galway
"A great location and great amenities. There during the horse races so it was very busy. the staff did a great job of making sure things worked efficiently. The proximity to the train and coach stations was a real plus."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

The Galmont
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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! (61 reviews)
"I love the place you have your privacy parking is always available"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
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! (433 reviews)
"Great location and lovely, clean apartment. It was quiet but still near all the pubs and restaurants."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Citypoint Apartments
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments

3 out of 5
The Promenade, Salthill, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Quay Street and Eyre Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (255 reviews)
"Loved the location and the views from the apartment. Local transit very easily accessible. The condition of the apartment however needs improvement. Also does not provide tea coffee, paper towels laundry soap etc. so make sure you account for that. No shampoo conditioner either. The kitchen otherwise ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
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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

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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Quay Street
University of Galway

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.

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

Kylemore Abbey

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

Kylemore Abbey
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 great live music and entertainment choices.

Shop Street

Cities near Connacht

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

Galway

Ben Bulben featuring mountains and tranquil scenes

Sligo

Westport showing a river or creek

Westport

Rosses Point featuring a statue or sculpture, landscape views and a bay or harbour

Rosses Point