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.
The Dean Galway
Staff were kind helpful and professional. The facilities were clean and modern. The shower in the room was fantastic as well as the outside hot tub, dry and wet saunas. Great place to stay in Galway
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Flannery's Hotel Galway
Good location. Solid hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The Galmont
Very classy!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Citypoint Apartments
Rooms were great. Staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Helpful staff. Simple check in. Help available by phone when needed.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Shoreline Apartments
This was an absolute pleasure to stay here. The communication with management was phenomenal. All details that anyone could conceivably ask were answered in a very thorough email prior to arrival. Very clean and spacious apartment with a very comfortable bed. Many restaurants and stores nearby also ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 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
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
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.
