Connacht Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Connacht
Where to stay in Connacht
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.
Claddagh
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.
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.
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.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Galway Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Rahoon
Though Rahoon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pearse Stadium and Leisureland.
The Dean Galway
Very nice place to stay. Coffee shop downstairs is good but they seemed understaffed for how busy the morning rush was. Walls were a bit thin.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
No sewer traps in bathroom and room smelled very bad
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Galmont
Excellent hotel right in the center of Galway. A little pricey and room was too far from the reception but amenities were excellent and breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Queen Street Place
Citypoint Apartments
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Place was great - spotless, comfortable, convenient. The only knock we had was that the washing machine didn’t work. Would recommend to anyone visiting Galway.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
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.
Knock Shrine
Once a typical rural Irish village, Knock was thrust into the spotlight in 1879 when a divine apparition turned it into one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world.
