Connacht Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Galway Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Where to stay in Connacht

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

Galway City Centre

4/5(42 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
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Thornhill

While Thornhill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bertra Beach and National Famine Memorial.

Thornhill
Menlo Park Hotel
Menlo Park Hotel
4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is NZ$233 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$233
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back"

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Leonardo Hotel Galway
4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is NZ$266 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$266
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"This is a very well kept property. The staff is wonderful and the location is perfect, right at the Spanish Gate and Quay St. there are unlimited dining and shopping opportunities. The bar area is lively and welcoming with great service. The breakfast was decent but we chose to walk up Quay St for ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sep. 2024

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Eyre Square Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel
3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway
The price is NZ$269 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$269
per night
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"This property was really close to the rail station, and easy walking distance to old town/shopping. There is no air conditioning -so there is a need to keep the window open. Our room faced the street, but the music/noise from the bars did not quiet down till 2:00 am. Staff was great, proximity to ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Eyre Square Hotel
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Citypoint Apartments
Citypoint Apartments
4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (388 reviews)
"Lovely place and will stay here again!"

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2024

Citypoint Apartments
The Courtyard Apartments
The Courtyard Apartments
3 out of 5
Main Street, Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Carrick-on-Shannon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions St George's Heritage Centre and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (68 reviews)
"It fulfilled our requirements"

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2024

The Courtyard Apartments
Shoreline Apartments
Shoreline Apartments
4 out of 5
Quincentennial Dr, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Quay Street and Eyre Square are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"beautiful property"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2024

Shoreline Apartments
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Popular places to visit

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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
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Eyre Square

4/5(23 reviews)

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

Eyre Square
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Quay Street

During your visit to Latin Quarter, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Quay Street
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University of Galway

3/5(1 review)

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
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Kylemore Abbey

5/5(4 reviews)

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

Kylemore Abbey
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Galway Harbour

4/5(16 reviews)

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

Activities

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2-Hour Kayak Sunset Tour in Westport

NZ$140
Per adult
2-Hour Kayak Sunset Tour in Westport
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Cities near Connacht

Dunguaire Castle which includes a river or creek, château or palace and heritage elements

Galway

Ben Bulben featuring mountains and tranquil scenes

Sligo

Clifden showing landscape views, mountains and tranquil scenes

Clifden

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