Terryland Travel Guide
Galway



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.

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.

Galway Cathedral
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
Top hotels in Terryland

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Hotel is older, with older style and amenities. Rooms and communal areas were clean. It is located a bit outside of the city center and within about a 20-minute walk to the square. There is an onsite restaurant with bar. Breakfast buffet was nice. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

The Dean Galway
The staff were very nice. Hotel style is cute. Unfortunately the noise makes it very difficult to sleep. Walls are very thin so you hear everything and my room overlooked the trash bins and you could hear every time the gate was open. Further, the headboard to the bed was stained and gross. Lastly ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
No sewer traps in bathroom and room smelled very bad
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

The Galmont
This property was great. The only reason not a five star on the staff is because we didn’t have contact with many staff due to checking in and out on the kiosk. The amenities were really good but hours were not great - closed too early. But overall hotel was a really good stay.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Flannery's Hotel Galway
Parking lot terrible, no space, overcrowded
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Nox Hotel
Great breakfast. Lots of parking. Big issue is weak WIFI signal. Thought it was my computer and phone but heard others at breakfast discussing this issue.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Terryland

Coolagh
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Coolagh and surrounding area, you can visit Menlo Castle and Galway Shopping Center.

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.

Ballinfoile
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballinfoile and surrounding area, you can visit Galway Shopping Center and Lough Atalia.

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.

Dangan Upper
Though Dangan Upper may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Menlo Castle and Galway Cathedral.

Menlo
Travellers like the historical sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.
