Lovely open walk on good paths along the seafront. Plenty of seats for rest stops and points of interest and photo opportunities. We went to the diving platforms and were pleasantly surprised at the facilities for getting changed. We would go back. Buses back to Galway town centre were regular and easy to hop on and off. Not too pricey either. The only downside was the weather which was wet and changeable and the sandflies which flew into your face when you were on then beach. Fabulous views across the water and very atmospheric.

We walked this beautiful promenade every day during our three month stay in Galway. It starts at the Spanish Arch and trails its way into Salthill where you’ll find an array of great restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries. A charming path leadng to charming places.

It’s maybe 4 miles round trip from Eyre Square and worth the undertaking. Once you get to the promenade, the beach areas appear, though, not too appealing this time of year. Restaurants, an amusement park, and a few shops are populated along the walk. A nice exercise for a couple of hours, enjoy the fresh air.

We stayed an amazing hostel here. My great grandparents home was facing Galway Bay. Bought in the 1800's, it was sold18 mos ago. Knocked on the door and the new owners allowed us to walk thru and see their updates. They were so nice.....Salthill area closed down early at night for dinner, but only 15 mins walk away from center of the city for other restaurants. Loved being in the quiet of Salthill, but close to the busy city of Galway.

Walking the Promenade -known as the Prom- in Salthill is a year round must do activity in Galway. If you are local you are sure to bump into someone you will recognize. Take a swim on the beach or at Blackrock Diving Tower. In high summer there are lifeguards on duty until 7pm on 7 days a week. There are coffee shops and bars and restaurants and fast food venues nearby

Always wanted to go here to jump off the diving board at the end of the beach. It was patrolled by life guards and there is a changing area right beside the pier. Was brilliant fun - just make sure to check the tide times as they do close it around low tide.