Newcastle Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Newcastle
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.
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 Newcastle Hotel Deals
University of Galway Rooms
Loved this stay. Affordable, clean, quiet. It’s a bit far for a direct walk to downtown but there’s a bus stop right nearby, and we didn’t mind getting the extra walking in so mad the walk multiple times anyways. The campus is gorgeous, you can walk by the River and get a nice view of a castle. Campus ...
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
University of Galway Apartments
Lovely room clean but very basic about 40 minutes walk from the centre there is a bus stop up the road on the right every 30 minutes 1.90 euro to the centre the spar on the corner is very handy
Reviewed on 31 July 2025
Mocha Beans
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
Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle
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.
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.
Shantallow
When in Shantallow, you can plan a visit to Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
