Shantallow
Galway
Visit Shantallow
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
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.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
Top hotels in Shantallow
The Dean Galway
"Perfectly fine."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Galmont
"City centre hotel close to all the shops bars and restaurants"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
"The employees here are very nice and helpful! The room was average. And that is being kind. The tv only faces one way , old and needed to be replaced. The room was not up to par for what we were charged. ***Parking**If you are driving, the parking is horrendous! It goes between parking close and ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Nox Hotel
"Spent a few days here and it was amazing! I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
"Okay room except the walls seem very thin. Could hear the voices and bumps from neighbouring rooms. The person in the room next door flopped on their bed and it shook our bed. Also found the “gym” lacking. It’s not really a fitness center, more like a room with a few pieces of equipment. It doesn’t ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Flannery's Hotel Galway
"Bar stayed open late with fun music! Bed was comfortable. Loved the large shower."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Caesar's Palace and Spanish Arch are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Caesar's Palace and Galway Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Claddagh
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Galway Bay and Grattan Beach.
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.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and Galway Bay.
