Connacht Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Connacht
Where to stay in Connacht
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.
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.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Galway Bay Hotel
Clean room, breakfast selection
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Dean Galway
Hotel was top class, staff were lovely, room was so nice and comfy, the heated pool in the middle of hotel was one of the nicest experiences, enjoyed it so much, coffee in morning was so good too
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Galway
Was good
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Citypoint Apartments
This was a surprise. We arrived early and were upgraded to a two-bedroom apartment. Beautiful views, and very conveniently situated.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
THE BATHROOM HAD A LITTLE MILDEW
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025
Shoreline Apartments
Excellent accommodation and spectacular views. Clean and comfortable with quick access to Galway. Don’t forget to check out Salthill area as there are some nice places to eat and great pub.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a stop at Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots.
Eyre Square
Learn about the local history of Galway when you take a trip to Eyre Square. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Kylemore Abbey
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kylemore Abbey during your travels in Kylemore. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Galway Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Galway with a trip to Galway Harbour. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices 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.
- Eyre Square
- Connemara National Park
- University Hospital Galway
- Spanish Arch
- Galway Race Course
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Keem Bay Beach
- Dog's Bay Beach
- Dunguaire Castle
- Leisureland
- Claregalway Castle
- Sky Road
- Cong Abbey
- Clifden Castle
- Lough Corrib
- Pearse Stadium
- Ben Bulben
- Quiet Man Museum
