Shantallow Travel Guide

Galway

Popular places to visit

Eyre Square featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

4/5(95 reviews)

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street

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.

Quay Street
University of Galway

University of Galway

3.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

University of Galway
Shop Street

Shop Street

4.5/5(31 reviews)

During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

Shop Street
Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek

Galway Harbour

4/5(44 reviews)

Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.

Galway Harbour
Spanish Arch

Spanish Arch

4/5(56 reviews)

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.

Spanish Arch

Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

฿2,443
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Cliffs of Moher

Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway

฿1,691
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway
Kylemore Abbey

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

฿2,443
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

฿1,504
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

฿1,128
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Wild Atlantic Way day tour from Galway city

฿2,697
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Wild Atlantic Way day tour from Galway city
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Top hotels in Shantallow

Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is ฿5,416 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿5,416
฿6,148 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"Conveniently located in the Latin Quarter walking distance to shopping and pubs."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is ฿5,994 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,994
฿6,803 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (510 reviews)
"Loved our stay here. Very walkable."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Dean Galway
Radisson RED Galway

Radisson RED Galway

3.5 out of 5
Crown Square, Joyce's road, Galway, Galway
The price is ฿4,504 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿4,504
฿5,112 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
Very good
"No, the shops weren’t nearby, nor the pubs"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Radisson RED Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is ฿5,066 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,066
฿5,750 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and the people were nice. It was a little more away from town than we thought. But a good value"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel

3 out of 5
Headford Rd., Galway, Galway
The price is ฿4,143 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿4,143
฿4,702 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly helpful staff. Very easy to get taxis into town."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Nox Hotel
Connemara Coast Hotel

Connemara Coast Hotel

4 out of 5
Spiddal Road, Galway, Galway
The price is ฿4,504 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿4,504
฿5,112 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (971 reviews)
"Lovely property great location. The staff were wonderful."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Connemara Coast Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow

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Cloghatisky

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cloghatisky and surrounding area, you can visit Caesar's Palace and Grattan Beach.

Cloghatisky
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Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Salthill
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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
Galway City Museum featuring interior views

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.

Latin Quarter
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Cappanaveagh

While Cappanaveagh isn't home to many top sights, Leisureland and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cappanaveagh
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Lenaboy

While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.

Lenaboy

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