West Ireland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galway featuring heritage architecture and château or palace
Galway Cathedral which includes religious elements, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Galway City Museum which includes interior views
Galway Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views
Galway which includes heritage architecture, tranquil scenes and a garden

Where to stay in West Ireland

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

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

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.

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.

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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
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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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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.

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Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Salthill
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.347.705 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
4.347.705 ₫
4.934.645 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (472 reviews)
"The service was excellent from the moment we entered the hotel, from reception, bar staff, spa/gym facilities were all very welcoming and helpful. The room was immaculate and the shower was amazing! Very quiet and relaxing hotel. Very accessible to walk into the Latin Quarter but far enough to be ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is 3.985.722 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
3.985.722 ₫
4.523.935 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel was great and staff were very friendly. We had a room with A/C which was needed in August. The only drawback to this hotel was the location to the city center was far. But the hotel was nice. Two thumbs up!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is 6.100.289 ₫ per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
6.100.289 ₫
6.923.828 ₫ total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
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Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

2.5 out of 5
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Good facility. Safe location near park and shopping options. 30 min walk to downtown."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (434 reviews)
Great location: home from home
"A great location, just a stroll to the main square and the various shops/ pubs/ restaurants in Galway. 5 minutes from the best sports bar too!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Citypoint Apartments
University of Galway Apartments

University of Galway Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"Lovely room clean but very basic about 40 minutes walk from the centre there is a bus stop up the road on the right every 30 minutes 1.90 euro to the centre the spar on the corner is very handy"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

University of Galway Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Ashford Castle

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.

Ashford Castle
Eyre Square featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

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.

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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Quay Street
University of Galway

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.

University of Galway
Kylemore Abbey showing château or palace, a river or creek and heritage elements

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.

Kylemore Abbey
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 entertainment choices and great live music.

Shop Street

Cities near West Ireland

Dunguaire Castle which includes heritage architecture, a castle and a river or creek

Galway

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Clifden featuring landscape views, mountains and tranquil scenes

Clifden

Westport showing a river or creek

Westport