Claddagh Travel Guide
Galway
Popular places to visit
South Park
While Galway is recognised worldwide as one of the leading destinations for the arts, for music, theatre and countless associated festivals, one of the city’s most welcome features is the ease with which it is possible to slip away from the contemporary, cosmopolitan, cultural quarters and back to nature.
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.
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.
Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Claddagh
The Dean Galway
Amazing Hotel from clean room staff amenities the lot & a 5min walk to centre of everything We shall be back it was just amazing hotel all round loved it Galways amazing & the Dean just made it even more so for is.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Great location, staff was very friendly. Very clean and pretty hotel!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Snug Townhouse
Perfect location. Room was right in the central zone with shops and bars and restaurants everywhere. The room was super clean. Bed was just perfect. Had everything you can imagine on tv from Netflix,Prime tv..Only bad thing was that it had no window and it took me a while to get used to it. Felt ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Menlo Park Hotel
It's a marvellous friendly hotel with very helpful staff . The breakfast is a must as was the reastrant. Great value to.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Galmont
Wonderful hotel, comfy bed, very clean. Great breakfast got discount at hotel. Gym, pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Eyre Square Hotel
Excellent location near train station. Wonderful pubs with minutes of walking. Eyre Square Christmas fair was in full swing. Lovely staff.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Claddagh
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Cloghatisky
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cloghatisky and surrounding area, you can visit Caesar's Palace and Grattan Beach.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
Shantallow
When in Shantallow, you can plan a visit to Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
