Galway City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Galway City Centre
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
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
Our pick of the best Galway City Centre Hotel Deals
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
The discount at check in wasn’t explained we couldn’t use it for breakfast. And the room temp was over 25 c the entire time. And I killed two bugs in the room
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Galmont
Hôtel was lovely and well located. My only comment would be the size of the bathroom. Every thing else really suited our needs. Staff was fantastic!
Reviewed on 2 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
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
Eyre Square Hotel
Great location. Great bar-restaurant area. Ok room. Older carpet throughout. The elevator was down for our entire stay even though the front desk said it would be fixed "tomorrow". The lobby is floor 0, we were on floor 3.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Galway City Centre
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.
Terryland
Terryland is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Yew Tree Maze and Planet Entertainment Centre while you're in town.
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.
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.
Renmore
When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Lough Atalia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Claddagh
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.
