Connacht
Travel 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
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 Spanish Arch might round out your trip.

Renmore
While Renmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre.

Salthill
While visiting Salthill, you might make a stop by sights like Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace.

Rahoon
Rahoon might not have many top sights, but Pearse Stadium and Leisureland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Dean Galway
We only stayed the one night in the cosy room which was very small but very beautiful We did t have breakfast. The pool looked fab so raging I didn’t bro g my swimmers The hotel overall is very quirky Will deffo be back
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The hotel was in. A great spot with views of the Spanish arch and the bay. It is right at the beginning of the Latin district. The hotel was clean and the staff was great. The water pressure in the shower was a low.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Nox Hotel
Clean room, great location! Would stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Citypoint Apartments
Great location
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

Shoreline Apartments
Excellent accommodation and spectacular views. Clean and comfortable with quick access to Galway. Don’t forget to check out Salthill area as there are some nice places to eat and great pub.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Queen Street Place
Popular places to visit

Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a visit to 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. Check out 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.

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.

University of Galway
Explore the campus of University of Galway, during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.




