Galway City Centre

Galway

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, boating and a marina
Galway City Centre
Galway City Centre
Galway City Centre
Galway City Centre
Galway’s reputationhas grown steadily over recent decades until it now regularly figures towardthe very top of rankings and polls for city break destinations, especially fortravellers with an interest in culture and the arts. And such accolades judge this‘City of Festivals’ not only against the best of Ireland, but on a worldwidebasis.

Rich in cultural history, the whole city of Galwayhas bought into the idea that there’s simply nowhere better to visit for music,theatre, food and the arts, creating a vibrant, positive atmosphere that istangible from your very first stroll around the centre, which is compact enoughto be walkable.

Galway Centre

Galway city centre ispacked with living history. We counted at least a dozen museums, heritagecentres and galleries without having to search at all, and Galway’stantalising, traditional backstreets are a joy to wander through. There’s asurprise around every corner, from medieval arches, city walls and old docks, fromthe Christopher Columbus monument to yet another picturesque branch of theRiver Corrib – and on to the seaside at Salthill.

But there is far more to Galwaythan just a heritage destination. Many of the city’s shops, restaurants, artsand cultural attractions are unmistakably cosmopolitan, contemporary and even cuttingedge.

Galway andthe Arts

Galway International Arts Festivalis the biggest and best in Ireland, with two weeks in July set aside for anexplosion of dance, theatre, street acts, literary recitals and musicalperformance. But the huge array of venues doesn’t only do roaring business at festivaltime: they’re in motion all year round, making Galwaya perpetual international centre for cultural celebration.

Additionally, in October the city hosts the GalwayTheatre Festival, which again concentrates global focus on thecity’s famous DruidTheatre, Nuns’ Island Theatre, Town Hall Theatre, GalwayArts Centre and ‘An Taibhdhearc’, the Irish language theatre.

Music inGalway

The quality and profusion of Irish traditionalmusic in rocking venues, restaurants and bars across Galway Cityhas to be heard to be believed. For aficionados of music of an even greatervintage, the Galway Early Music Festival is stagedin May. But, again, the popularityof the historical doesn’t mean contemporary music loses out.

Food and Drink

At the forefront of Ireland’s taste for organicfood as well as far-flung international cuisine, Galway Market,local wine merchants and specialist foodie emporiums – sample the fantasticlocal cheeses, organic meat, freshly baked artisanal bread – present anyvisitor with the enjoyable quandary of when to pack it all in!

Even in many traditional pubs and bars, you canstay ahead of the curve. Be sure and try the range of craft beers now trendingin Ireland.

Sport in Galway

Hurling and Gaelic football matches can be enjoyedat Galway’s PearseStadium, while the local soccer club Galway FC play at Eamonn DeacyPark. On the outskirts of the city, Ballybritracecourse stages the seven-day-long Galway Racesfestival, as well as events all year round.

WildAtlantic Way

With so much to do in the city, don’t overlook thespectacular Atlantic Coast, with all its associated activities easy to accessfrom Galway.


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Top hotels in Galway City Centre

The Dean Galway
The Dean Galway
4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is S$270 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
S$270
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
"Very quaint and good service. Room does feel like a small hotel room in New York but I would book again!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

The Dean Galway
City HideAway
City HideAway
3 out of 5
Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Galway
The price is S$233 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
S$233
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
"Great student housing in a great location."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

City HideAway
Menlo Park Hotel
Menlo Park Hotel
4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is S$296 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$296
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Good location, great breakfast, pleasant staff."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Leonardo Hotel Galway
4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is S$342 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
S$342
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
A great hotel and perfect location.
"Great location for our family. We loved our room - large enough for 3 adults. The breakfast was tasty and plentiful. There was a bar in the hotel and we visited it and had a great cocktail."

Reviewed on 4 Jul, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Eyre Square Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel
3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway
The price is S$346 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$346
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"I know this is not their fault, but the parking situation was terrible. You have to walk a pretty good way with your luggage to get to your car when you leave."

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

Eyre Square Hotel
The Galmont
The Galmont
4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Galway
The price is S$345 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$345
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, very comfortable bed and good breakfast."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

The Galmont
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Galway City Museum featuring interior views

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Terryland

Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

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Renmore

When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Lough Atalia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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.

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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.

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Claddagh

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

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