Latin Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 City Museum
See a variety of relics that tell the story of the city from prehistoric times to present day in this museum near the River Corrib.
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church is just one of the places to see in Galway, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
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.
Activities
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Our pick of the best Latin Quarter Hotel Deals
The Snug Townhouse
Staff were lovely, small room but cozy, lots of teas and coffees, shower was lovely, great for price
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Room was spotless and cosy. Food at breakfast had a huge selection and was delicious. Staff was also very friendly.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Residence Hotel
Great stay- booked 2 rooms, 1 for myself and my husband and 1 for my 18-year-old daughter. The retro-funky styling of the rooms was a plus, in the very centre of the city's main street of pubs, restaurants and shops. The staff were super friendly at check-in and check-out. Parking is about a 5 mins ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
7 Cross Street
Great stay over all!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Menlo Park Hotel
Staff and room
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Dean Galway
Lovely stay, great hotel will return.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Latin Quarter
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Shantallow
When in Shantallow, you can plan a visit to Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum, 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.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
