West Ireland Travel Guide
Where to stay in West Ireland
Galway City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Eyre Square or Shop Street while you're exploring the area.
Newtown
Though Newtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aillwee Cave and Poulnabrone Dolmen.
Thornhill
While Thornhill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bertra Beach and Croagh Patrick.
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Popular places to visit
Cliffs of Moher
Officially one of the top destinations in Ireland, a trip to County Clare and Galway Bay would be incomplete without visiting the truly magnificent Cliffs of Moher. These sheer cliffs attract almost a million visitors every year, thanks to their outstanding height, dramatic drops and beguiling views over the frothing waves of the Atlantic Ocean far below.
Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a stop at 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 Latin Quarter, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kylemore Abbey
A grand abbey on an esteemed estate, Kylemore Abbey is a monastery founded in the 1920s by a group of Benedictine nuns. Forced to flee Ypres in Belgium after their home there was destroyed by the atrocities of the First World War, the nuns came to County Galway on the west coast of Ireland to start anew.
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.
- Ashford Castle
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- Knock Shrine
- Galway Bay
- Kylemore Abbey
- Connemara National Park
- University of Galway
- Westport House
- Galway Harbour
- Galway Cathedral
- Dog's Bay Beach
- Keem Bay Beach
- Dunguaire Castle
- Leisureland
- Doolin Cave
- Galway City Museum
- Keel Beach
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Clew Bay
- Pearse Stadium
- Lough Key Forest Park