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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. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

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.

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.

Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway with a stop at Spanish Arch. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do

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

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

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

Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
Top hotels in Newcastle

University of Galway Apartments
Lovely room clean but very basic about 40 minutes walk from the centre there is a bus stop up the road on the right every 30 minutes 1.90 euro to the centre the spar on the corner is very handy
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Mocha Beans
This property is above their cafe and my room 5 was directly above the ventilation fans - so you hear them loudly throughout your stay (no mention when booking of “bring earplugs”) Despite being mid December, the radiator in my room was not producing heat - perhaps the staff wear outdoor coats when ...
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

University of Galway Rooms
Loved this stay. Affordable, clean, quiet. It’s a bit far for a direct walk to downtown but there’s a bus stop right nearby, and we didn’t mind getting the extra walking in so mad the walk multiple times anyways. The campus is gorgeous, you can walk by the River and get a nice view of a castle. Campus ...
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

The Dean Galway
Our favorite hotel stay in Ireland! Friendly helpful staff! Comfy bed and pillows! Our room was decorated so quaint and it was clean and cozy. Loved the robes provided for shower. It was a couple days before my daughter’s birthday and they left her a birthday note with fine chocolates. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
This was an easy check in and check out process. The staff had amazing recommendations for things to do in Galway and restaurants. Right of Quay and not a far walk from the bus/train station. Highly recommend
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Nox Hotel
Breakfast was great
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

