Galway City Centre
Galway
Visit Galway City Centre
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.
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.
Galway Cathedral
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
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Top hotels in Galway City Centre
The Dean Galway
Amazing stay at the dean!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Galmont
Room overlooking the lake, very nice view. Comfortable. Clean. Quiet. Nice shower. Charging plugs by bed not working. Expensive, not great breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Was a lovely stay
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Menlo Park Hotel
Staff was lovely! Our room was EPIC!!! We loved everything.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Nox Hotel
Staff was great!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Harbour Hotel
This area is not right in the heart of things but close enough to walk and quiet because it isn’t right in the heart of things! Short walk to all the shops and pubs!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Galway City Centre
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.
Terryland
Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
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 Lough Atalia.
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.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
