Shantallow Travel Guide
Galway
Visit Shantallow
Popular places to visit
Eyre Square
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
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
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.
Spanish Arch
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.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
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
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Shantallow
The Dean Galway
We only stayed the one night in the cosy room which was very small but very beautiful We did t have breakfast. The pool looked fab so raging I didn’t bro g my swimmers The hotel overall is very quirky Will deffo be back
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
The hotel was in. A great spot with views of the Spanish arch and the bay. It is right at the beginning of the Latin district. The hotel was clean and the staff was great. The water pressure in the shower was a low.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Nox Hotel
Clean room, great location! Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Galmont
Excellent hotel with nice people.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Snug Townhouse
Absolutely phenomenal!! And the best location!!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Eyre Square Hotel
Very Nice place. Nice staff, good food and drink. Best location. Close to everything but quiet.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cloghatisky
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cloghatisky and surrounding area, you can visit Caesar's Palace and Grattan Beach.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
