Galway City Centre Travel Guide

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Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek
Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek
Galway City Centre which includes a bay or harbor and night scenes
Quay Street which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets
Galway City Centre showing a river or creek and a bridge as well as an individual femail

Popular places to visit

Quay Street which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets

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.

Quay Street
Eyre Square featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

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.

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

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.

Galway Harbour
Spanish Arch featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a couple

Spanish Arch

4/5(56 reviews)

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.

Spanish Arch
The colourful shopping street in Galway... #Architecture

Shop Street

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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.

Shop Street
Galway Cathedral showing interior views, heritage architecture and religious aspects

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.

Galway Cathedral

Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Rp1.094.145
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Kylemore Abbey

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Rp1.094.145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

Rp795.742
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

Rp1.094.145
per adult
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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

Rp168.032
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Galway with LetzGo City Tours

Galway Top Highlights and Claddagh Village Walking Tour

Rp576.913
per adult
Galway Top Highlights and Claddagh Village Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Galway City Centre

The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
The price is Rp2.323.792 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
Rp2.323.792
Rp2.637.504 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Eyre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (598 reviews)
Lovely stay, great hotel will return.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road Galway Galway
The price is Rp1.923.282 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
Rp1.923.282
Rp2.182.925 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great place.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Menlo Park Hotel
The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse

3 out of 5
10 Quay Street Galway Galway
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (678 reviews)
Room was spotless. Staff were amazing. Unbeatable location. Highly recommended

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

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The Snug Townhouse
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street Galway Galway
The price is Rp2.376.596 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp2.376.596
Rp2.697.436 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Room was spotless and cosy. Food at breakfast had a huge selection and was delicious. Staff was also very friendly.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Eyre Square Hotel

Eyre Square Hotel

3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square Galway
The price is Rp2.271.042 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp2.271.042
Rp2.577.550 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,115 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Eyre Square Hotel
Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

4 out of 5
New Dock Road Galway Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.200.509 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
Rp2.200.509
Rp2.497.626 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Would recommend.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Harbour Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Galway City Centre

Galway City Museum featuring 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 Spanish Arch might round out your trip.

Latin Quarter
Aerial view on Galway city. Road N6 and bridge over Corrib river, Terryland castle remains, Sun flare, Ireland.

Terryland

Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Terryland
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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 Lough Atalia.

Ballinfoile
May 2016

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.

Newcastle
Aerial view on Ballyloughane Strand in Galway city, Ireland. High tide. Blue cloudy sky and ocean water. Popular area with amazing view and footpaths for walk close to Renmore residential area

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
City of Galway Ireland aerial view over the Claddagh district

Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh

Galway City Centre Travel Guide