Castlegar Travel Guide
Galway
Popular places to visit
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.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
Spanish Arch
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.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Walking Tour of Galway City: Division, Survival & Identity
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Castlegar
The Dean Galway
"We asked for a double. It was advertised that it was 279 sq ft. The room we are in is not even close to 279 sq ft. We are being charged $400 per night for a room that is not as advertised. Lots of other issues, like a shower that will flood the bathroom if you don’t block the water with your body ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Galmont
"Hôtel très bien place et très propre . Petit déjeuner à améliorer ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
"Great location, near everything. Fabulous breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Nox Hotel
"No hot water in the shower in room 202. Hot and cold water at the hand basin. Cold water only in the shower. Staff lovely but damage done."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
"Receptionist was friendly and we felt very welcomed. Room was spacious for 3 of us, King bed & single bed in a room, shower was powerful and clean. Breakfast was simple, would have loved little more variety of vegetables but overall it was good for value. Handy location to use if you are driving ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Flannery's Hotel Galway
"We needed an additional day and they had 6 rooms available, BUT they wanted to up the rate by 50 Euros. Ridiculous. We moved to the Clayton and wished we had reserved the whole stay there."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Castlegar
Ballybaan Beg
When in Ballybaan Beg, you can plan a visit to Cooper's Hill Livery and Galway Race Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ballybaan More
Though Ballybaan More may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galway Race Course and Merlin Woods Park.
Ballinfoile
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballinfoile and surrounding area, you can visit Galway Shopping Center and Cooper's Hill Livery.
Terryland
Terryland is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Yew Tree Maze and Planet Entertainment Centre while you're in town.
Renmore
When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Lough Atalia and Eyre Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
