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.

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.

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

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.

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

The Dean Galway
The best experience. Will definitely be back!
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Clean well kept perfect location
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

The Snug Townhouse
The duplex was absolutely perfect for my son and I! We enjoyed our own space in the convenience of one booking. Each floor was more spacious than previous reviews indicated…but then again we don’t bring huge suitcases when we travel. There are cubbies under the beds to tuck away baggage, and the ...
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Citypoint Apartments
Spotless. Spacious. Great Location. Attentive staff.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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
A typical 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.

Connemara National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Connemara National Park, a lovely green space in Letterfrack. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area, or seek out the fishing spots.
- Ashford Castle
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- Knock Shrine
- Kylemore Abbey
- Connemara National Park
- University of Galway
- Galway Harbour
- Croagh Patrick
- University Hospital Galway
- Spanish Arch
- Westport House
- Dog's Bay Beach
- Shop Street
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Galway Cathedral
- Keem Bay Beach
- Strandhill Beach
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Sky Road
- Knocknarea
- Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club
- Dunguaire Castle
- Rossaveel Ferry Terminal
- O'Brien's Castle
- Lough Key Forest Park
- Quiet Man Museum
- Classiebawn Castle
- Claregalway Castle
- Lettergesh Beach
- Cong Abbey




