Castlegar Travel Guide
Galway
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.
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 top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices 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.
Things to do
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Castlegar
The Dean Galway
Really kind staff, excellent food, nice room, great view
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Great location, staff was very friendly. Very clean and pretty hotel!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Snug Townhouse
Perfect location. Room was right in the central zone with shops and bars and restaurants everywhere. The room was super clean. Bed was just perfect. Had everything you can imagine on tv from Netflix,Prime tv..Only bad thing was that it had no window and it took me a while to get used to it. Felt ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Menlo Park Hotel
It's a marvellous friendly hotel with very helpful staff . The breakfast is a must as was the reastrant. Great value to.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Galmont
Wonderful hotel, comfy bed, very clean. Great breakfast got discount at hotel. Gym, pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Eyre Square Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Castlegar
Ballybaan Beg
When in Ballybaan Beg, you can plan a visit to Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Galway Race Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ballybaan More
Though Ballybaan More may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galway Race Course and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre.
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 Cooper's Hill Livery.
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.
Renmore
When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre, 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.