Newcastle Travel Guide
Galway
Popular places to visit
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 lively bars.
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
Explore the waterfront in Galway with a trip to Galway Harbour. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this culturally rich 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.
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
Learn about the local history of Galway when you take a trip to Galway Cathedral. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Newcastle
Galway Bay Hotel
Staff where unbelievable, hotel was in a beautiful spot, hotel had so many amenities. We had a brilliant stay, cant wait to go back.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Galway
Their was an issue with the accommodation in hotel but staff were excellent in getting alternative accommodation sorted at this busy time of year. Our trip could have been a disaster but staff + hotel were very responsive in find a solution for unforseen issues in hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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
Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle
Dangan Upper
Though Dangan Upper may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Menlo Castle and Galway Cathedral.
Terryland
Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Shantallow
When in Shantallow, you can plan a visit to Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
