Galway City Centre Travel Guide
Galway
Visit Galway City Centre
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.
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.
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.
Galway Cathedral
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
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.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
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
Galway Top Highlights and Claddagh Village Walking Tour
Top hotels in Galway City Centre
The Galmont
Staff was lovely, great location for hotel. Had a very long wait for breakfast of 35mins. So need to be down early.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Room clean, friendly staff, shame about the shower
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Dean Galway
Extremely clean room, very comfortable bed and a TV with all the streaming apps. Pool and sauna area were amazing
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Menlo Park Hotel
Staff was great and Gina was so accommodating and great to work with!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The G Hotel and Spa
Room and facilities were really nice. Just doesn’t have the usual feel of a true 5 star like the Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons, but I would definitely stay again when I visit Galway.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Harbour Hotel
Very good stay. The young lady at the front desk was particularly excellent at both her job and her personability. Room TV system could be better. Difficult to navigate and occasional drop outs. Housekeeping was very good. Will return.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Galway City Centre
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.
Terryland
Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
