Shantallow Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Shantallow
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)
Our pick of the best Shantallow Hotel Deals
The Dean Galway
The room was clean with a nice large bathroom. The staff was very helpful and pleasant.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Perfectly located for a stay in Galway
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Nox Hotel
Very satisfactory
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Galmont
Delicious and plentiful breakfast, caring and friendly stay, and excellent location make the Galmont an excellent choice!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Nice room that was comfortable and good sized. Lacks enough eoecxtrical ougtlets, but the staff provided us with an extension cord. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Connemara Coast Hotel
The setting of this hotel is beautiful, and as long as you have a car, it’s easy to get around - we used it for a base for the Galway area. Our stay included breakfast, which was lovely. We even had it in our room one day. A few draw backs for us was: the front desk staff, who were pretty rude and ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
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.
