Limerick Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Limerick
The city of Limerickhugs the River Shannon as it broadens out to meet the wider sea waters of theestuary in Mid-West Ireland. Limerick has been broadening its ownhorizons in recent years with rejuvenation projects and a cultural renaissancethat have helped make it a fantastic place to explore the surrounding regionfrom.

Limerick itselfis full of historical and contemporary delights that include welcoming pubs andrestaurants, a lively music and arts scene, castles, splendid Georgianarchitecture and some wonderful walks along the coast and plenty ofopportunities to enjoy the rivers, lakes and sea that surround the city.

Limerick is thefourth largest city in Ireland, anda popular tourist destination, so it is well served by cafes, bars, pubs,restaurants and hotels.

The city centre is divided in three: there’s the historical EnglishTown, complete with atmospheric castle on the southern end of King's Island, IrishTown lining the south bank of the river and the impressive Georgianarchitecture of Newtown Perry, which can easily be distinguished by its griddednetwork of streets. 

Historical Limerick

For lovers of history Limerick offers a treasure trove of places to explore. King John’s Castle is a magnificent 13th century showpiece in the centre of town. To best appreciate its imposing walls and towers you should take it all in from the west bank of the River Shannon.

The Hunt Museum is undoubtedly one of Ireland’sfinest housing the finest collection of Bronze Age, Iron Age and medievaltreasures outside of Dublin.

Just over the medieval Thomond Bridge you will find theTreaty Stone which marks the spot where the Treaty of Limerick was signed to end the war between the Jacobites and the supportersof William of Orange.

A short drive out of town will bring you to the beautifulNeolithic sites of Lough Gur and the pretty, historic village of Adare.

Cultural Limerick

As Ireland’s Cityof Culture in 2014 Limerickconfirmed its place at the forefront of the country’s music and arts scenes.Throughout the year Limerick hosts awide range of festivals, so there is always something happening. ev+a (visualarts) takes place from March to May, the LimerickInternational Music Festival (classical) is in late May, Blas (traditional music) is held inJune and July and Cuisle (poetry) inOctober.

Even when a festival isn’t taking place there are temporaryand permanent exhibitions to explore at the excellent Limerick City Gallery of Art of Art andplenty of opportunities to catch traditional music in the city itself or ashort drive away in Milltown Malbay and Doolin,both renowned for their enthusiastic support of Irish music.

Getting away from itall

Limerick is alsoa great base to enjoy boat rides down the Shannon from, to fish from tranquillocations, to make trips out to the exquisitely beautiful shores of Lough Gur or to cruise down the coastand enjoy the spectacular views from the Cliffsof Moher.

With its perfect position in the middle of western Ireland Limerick is a great place to use as aspringboard to this area, but it’s an even better place to come back to timeand time again.

Where to stay in Limerick

Hunt Museum showing art, heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Limerick City Centre

4/5(49 area reviews)

Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and O'Connell Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.

Limerick City Centre
Limerick Strand Hotel
Limerick Strand Hotel
4 out of 5
Ennis Road, Limerick, Limerick
The price is ₹10,599 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
₹10,599
₹12,030 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Modern hotel. Access to a gym and pool was a nice treat."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2024

Limerick Strand Hotel
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 out of 5
Sir Harry's Mall, Limerick, Limerick
The price is ₹10,788 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹10,788
₹12,245 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel, friendly, knowledgeable staff."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2024

Absolute Hotel Limerick
The George Limerick Hotel
The George Limerick Hotel
4 out of 5
O'Connell Street, Entrance on Shannon Street, Limerick, Limerick
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,354 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹10,354
₹11,752 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Well maintained fully attentive Hotel.
"Yes, of all the hotels I have stayed in recently the George Hotel Limerick definitely is up there with the best. All the small details like the chocolates waiting on us upon arrival to basic things like sewing kits etc etc... Got the nod of approval from my wife which is always good. We stayed in ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

The George Limerick Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Castletroy Park Hotel Suites
Castletroy Park Hotel Suites
4 out of 5
Castleroy Park Hotel, Dublin Road, Limerick, Limerick
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews)
"We got upgraded to a premium suite which was great. Had 2 kings & pull out sofa. Room was clean and spacious. Awesome large patio space. However the shower had quite a bit of black mold. Under the sink was mold and a pile of caulk under the bath. Benches by bed had stains and rip. For a 4 star hotel ..."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2024

Castletroy Park Hotel Suites
Troy Self Catering Village Limerick Ireland
Troy Self Catering Village Limerick Ireland
3 out of 5
The Groody, Castletroy, Limerick
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Castletroy Golf Club and Limerick County Golf ...
7.4/10 Good! (39 reviews)
A place to sleep
"Required accommodation for a concert it served its purpose"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2023

Troy Self Catering Village Limerick Ireland
Dromroe Village University of Limerick
Dromroe Village University of Limerick
2.5 out of 5
Dromroe Village University of Limerick, Limerick, Limerick
Stay at this apartment in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions University Concert Hall and Limerick County Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"It was clean throughout my stay."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2024

Dromroe Village University of Limerick
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Limerick

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely Xmas lights

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The main shopping area is much like many other cities. However the surrounding streets have lots of beautiful Georgian and Victorian buildings. Some good restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Pol

Cosmopolitan and great food and coffee places.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Mini Dublin and clearly lots being planned, everyone has a paint brush! I'd say it's a place on the up

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Known as stab city, but no stabbings in the 24 hours we were there, which was nice

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We love the area. In the future, we will choose a nicer, cleaner hotel to stay.