Claddagh Travel Guide

Galway

A coastal town with a harbor, buildings, and a green field.
A coastal town with historic buildings, a harbor, and a large body of water.
A coastal cliff with a grassy plateau and a steep drop to the sea.
A row of colorful houses by a calm body of water under a partly cloudy sky.
A waterfront with boats, a crane, and buildings along the shore.

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South Park

8.4/10 (20 reviews)
While Galway is recognised worldwide as one of the leading destinations for the arts, for music, theatre and countless associated festivals, one of the city’s most welcome features is the ease with which it is possible to slip away from the contemporary, cosmopolitan, cultural quarters and back to nature.
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Things to do

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

£60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

£60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

£73
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

£34
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

£68
per adult
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór

Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)

£34
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)
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Top hotels in Claddagh

St Helen's Street Town House

St Helen's Street Town House

2 out of 5
19 St Helen's St Galway Galway
The price is £108 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£108
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Galway Arts Centre are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
"Stay away! Noisy street noise all night. No climate control. No anything. Noisy room nextdoor. Loud ."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

St Helen's Street Town House
Intl Townhouse Apt on The Crescent: perfect for walking everywhere!

Intl Townhouse Apt on The Crescent: perfect for walking everywhere!

The Crescent GALWAY
Stay at this apartment in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Galway Arts Centre are located ...
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Intl Townhouse Apt on The Crescent: perfect for walking everywhere!
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
The price is £135 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£135
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Eyre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews)
"Location was great! Staff was very pleasant and helpful and the food at Sophie’s was really good. 10/10 recommend!"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

The Dean Galway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road Galway Galway
The price is £143 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£143
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was close to everything. The plumbing in my room was old, outdated, the toilet didn’t flush and the temperature of the shower was extremely difficult to control."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Galmont
Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

4 out of 5
New Dock Road Galway Galway
The price is £161 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
£161
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
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The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse

3 out of 5
10 Quay Street Galway Galway
The price is £106 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£106
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (908 reviews)
"Amazing location esp if you want to be in the middle of nightlife and lots of shopping and pubs. Tiniest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in, and I have visited more than 30 countries. A/c was inadequate. Tv had to be reset repeatedly bc internet was unreliable. The bed had a bad spring where you climbed ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Snug Townhouse
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Where to stay in Claddagh

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A calm river with boats, a beer tent, and a historic church with a green dome.

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.

A bustling street with people walking, various shops, and signs for The Front Door and Guinness.

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.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a large body of water, green fields, and residential areas.

Renmore

While visiting Renmore, you might make a stop by sights like Lough Atalia and Galway Bay.

A pebbled beach with a lifeguard tower and a small red building.

Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Galway Bay are top sights worth seeing.

A historic stone building with arched windows and a large entrance.
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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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