West Ireland

Travel Guide

Galway which includes chateau or palace and heritage architecture
Galway Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Galway City Museum showing interior views
Galway Cathedral which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Galway showing heritage architecture, tranquil scenes and a church or cathedral

Where to stay in West Ireland

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(585 area reviews)

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.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum featuring interior views

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.

Latin Quarter
Thanks god for the amazing weather - wayyyy too gorgeous #galway #nofilter #naturalbeauty

Claddagh

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

Claddagh
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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.

Renmore
Salthill showing street scenes, a beach and general coastal views

Salthill

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

Salthill
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Newcastle

While Newcastle might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galway Cathedral and Galway Shopping Center.

Newcastle

Popular places to visit

Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

4.5/5(58 reviews)

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.

Ashford Castle
Eyre Square which includes outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Eyre Square

4.5/5(331 reviews)

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets

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.

Quay Street
The quadrangle at the National University or Ireland at Galway. Can't believe I get to call this place my school for the next year!

University of Galway

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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

University of Galway
Kylemore Abbey & Garden showing a river or creek, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Kylemore Abbey

5/5(35 reviews)

Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.

Kylemore Abbey
Spanish Arch featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a couple

Spanish Arch

4/5(205 reviews)

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.

Spanish Arch

Cities near West Ireland

Dunguaire Castle featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and heritage elements

Galway

Inishmore

Inishmore

Clifden showing landscape views, tranquil scenes and mountains

Clifden

Westport showing a river or creek

Westport