Cappanaveagh Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cappanaveagh
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.
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 Cathedral
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
Activities
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
Our pick of the best Cappanaveagh Hotel Deals
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Overall a great experience. Nothing bad to mention. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Galway Bay Hotel
Lovely hotel
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Dean Galway
Extremely clean room, very comfortable bed and a TV with all the streaming apps. Pool and sauna area were amazing
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Galway
Their was an issue with the accommodation in hotel but staff were excellent in getting alternative accommodation sorted at this busy time of year. Our trip could have been a disaster but staff + hotel were very responsive in find a solution for unforseen issues in hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Galmont
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Menlo Park Hotel
The Menlo Park hotel is an oasis in a busy city. The staff are wonderful and it was spotless. The food is excellent and the lunchtime carvery seems to have a lot of locals coming in for food. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cappanaveagh
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
Attithomasrevagh
While visiting Attithomasrevagh, you might make a stop by sights like Leisureland and Pearse Stadium.
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.
Pollnarooma West
Though Pollnarooma West may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pearse Stadium and Leisureland.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
