Shantallow Travel Guide
Galway
Visit Shantallow
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Top hotels in Shantallow
The Dean Galway
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Flannery's Hotel Galway
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The Galmont
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Nox Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Galway
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
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.
Cappanaveagh
While Cappanaveagh isn't home to many top sights, Leisureland and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
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.
