Galway City Centre Travel Guide

Galway

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

Popular places to visit

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

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.

Galway Harbour
Spanish Arch

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.

Spanish Arch
Galway Cathedral showing interior views, heritage architecture and religious aspects

Galway Cathedral

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

Rp1.252.838
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

Rp1.252.838
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)

Rp578.233
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Trad on the Prom - Ireland's #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience

Trad on the Prom - Ireland's #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience

Rp674.605
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Trad on the Prom - Ireland's #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience
Picture 5 for Activity Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

Rp289.116
per adult
Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

Rp1.060.094
per adult
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
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Top hotels in Galway City Centre

Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is Rp2.812.333 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp2.812.333
Rp3.191.998 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"Conveniently located in the Latin Quarter walking distance to shopping and pubs."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is Rp3.124.815 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp3.124.815
Rp3.546.665 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (510 reviews)
"Loved our stay here. Very walkable."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is Rp3.021.230 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp3.021.230
Rp3.429.096 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and the people were nice. It was a little more away from town than we thought. But a good value"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel

3 out of 5
Headford Rd., Galway, Galway
The price is Rp2.159.742 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp2.159.742
Rp2.451.314 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly helpful staff. Very easy to get taxis into town."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Nox Hotel
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

4 out of 5
Sandy Road, Galway, Galway
The price is Rp2.157.158 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
Rp2.157.158
Rp2.448.374 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Outside of town. On a busy street intersection. Room was spacious and clean."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Galway
The price is Rp3.418.305 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp3.418.305
Rp3.879.776 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here. It was super convenient to the train, bus station and downtown. The restaurant was good and the decor was clean and modern. The only thing that would be better is if the pool was open later. Unfortunately, since it closed early in the evening, we never got to use ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

The Galmont
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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 Galway City Museum might round out your trip.

Latin Quarter
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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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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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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
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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.

Newcastle
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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

Galway City Centre Travel Guide