West Ireland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galway featuring heritage architecture and château or palace
Galway Cathedral which includes religious elements, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Galway City Museum which includes interior views
Galway Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views
Galway which includes heritage architecture, tranquil scenes and a garden

Where to stay in West Ireland

Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

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.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum featuring interior views

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.

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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
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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.

Renmore
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Menlo

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

Menlo
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Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Salthill
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is ₹15,989 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹15,989
₹18,147 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews)
Amazing anniversary stay at The Dean
"Amazing anniversary stay, the staff were lovely. They upgraded our room and left us a celebratory bottle of wine which was so kind. We’ll definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

The Dean Galway
City HideAway

City HideAway

3 out of 5
Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Galway
The price is ₹12,875 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹12,875
₹14,613 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
"Staff friendly, quick check-in, small room but clean and modern, good shower, lots of storage for luggage, air conditioning, great location for the city or bus and train station for day trips. Ideal as a base for a short trip or onward journey."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

City HideAway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹17,444 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹17,444
₹19,800 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Really appreciated the space in the room. Amazing bed and plenty of room to open suitcases. Shower seemed to operate differently to all the others we have experienced. Difficult to control temperature. Aircon excellent. Location in a quiet part of town but with easy access to railway and bus stations. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

The Galmont
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Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

2.5 out of 5
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (57 reviews)
Great for a few days away
"All good apart from the mattress was far from comfortable (very springy and not soft!) But the space is great and you have the ability to use the kitchen, fridge etc which is very handy if you're staying for a few days. Didn't really bump into anyone either so it felt quite private despite it being ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (431 reviews)
"Great location and lovely, clean apartment. It was quiet but still near all the pubs and restaurants."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Citypoint Apartments
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments

3 out of 5
The Promenade, Salthill, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Quay Street and Eyre Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (255 reviews)
"Loved the location and the views from the apartment. Local transit very easily accessible. The condition of the apartment however needs improvement. Also does not provide tea coffee, paper towels laundry soap etc. so make sure you account for that. No shampoo conditioner either. The kitchen otherwise ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Ashford Castle

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.

Ashford Castle
Eyre Square featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street

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.

Quay Street
University of Galway

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.

University of Galway
Kylemore Abbey showing château or palace, a river or creek and heritage elements

Kylemore Abbey

Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.

Kylemore Abbey
Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek

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.

Galway Harbour

Cities near West Ireland

Dunguaire Castle which includes heritage architecture, a castle and a river or creek

Galway

Westport showing a river or creek

Westport

Castlebar

Castlebar

Cong Abbey featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle

Cong