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$255 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$255
6 Jul - 7 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! (395 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely hotel and staff."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2025

The Dean Galway
Eyre Square Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel
3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$320 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$320
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great location for exploring Galway. The breakfast was really good."

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2025

Eyre Square Hotel
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
4 out of 5
Sandy Road, Galway, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$248 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$248
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"It’s a very nice hotel but a little ways away from things to do."

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Leonardo Hotel Galway
4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is S$263 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$263
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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)
"Great hotel and a great location"

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The Galmont
The Galmont
4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Galway
The price is S$403 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
S$403
1 Jul - 2 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)
"Terrific stay. The front desk distributed a list of recommended places to go which was incredibly well curated. Everyone was helpful. There is a filtered water dispenser which eliminates the need for plastic bottles. The whole thing was just wonderful."

Reviewed on 4 Jun, 2025

The Galmont
Nox Hotel
Nox Hotel
3 out of 5
Headford Rd., Galway, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$213 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$213
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel with amazing location"

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2025

Nox Hotel
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