Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Tipperary

"King John’s Castle is a museum entirely dedicated to uncovering the history of the very building in which it’s located, and it’s unquestionably among Limerick’s most impressive tourist spots. The exhibits at the newly revamped museum tell the tales of its dark history, including the infamous siege of Limerick, ancient trading habits, and the lifestyle of a Norman soldier. It’s a highly interactive museum, and, as a bonus, visitors can head to the 800-year-old turrets for spectacular views of the Shannon River."

"Lough Gur, a remarkable horseshoe-shaped lake in the Limerick countryside wedged between the towns of Herbertstown and Bruff, is more than just a pretty setting for a casual stroll or romantic getaway — though it is that as well!. The real treasure of the lake is its interpretive visitor center that takes you on a 6,000-year journey of human settlement and archeology. The center contains Bronze and Iron Age artefacts, including household items, as well as older Neolithic finds and more recent medieval pieces."

"Irish prehistory is always gripping, so you should be sure not to miss this archaeological site 20 kilometres south of Limerick. In hilly countryside, Lough Gur is a horseshoe lake with all sorts of megalithic remains on its banks. This pocket of land has been occupied by humans for more than 5,000 years, and has ring forts on the higher ground, traces of Stone Age houses, the Grange stone circle and three crannogs (Neolithic artificial islands)."

"Ireland is so full of lakes and every one of them is special in its own way. Amongst the plethora of lakes or loughs, the Lough Gur genuinely has a special spot in my heart. Perfectly set in its very Irish countryside, the lake is also surrounded by an ancient stone circle."

"After you’ve spent a good amount of time in the Art Gallery, it is probably time for you to take a rest in the People’s Park. This beautiful park was opened in the late 19th century and is where you will find most of the greenery in the city. Just to get away from the hustle and bustle of your trip, the park is great for spending a little time relaxing and just taking a break."

"This beautiful wooded park in the heart of the Georgian city is an excellent place to take a breather while on a Limerick tour. A large selection of deciduous and evergreen trees characterize the landscape. From spring to late summer, you’ll find a beautiful floral display here."

"Not an overly impressive sight in its own right, Limerick’s Treaty Stone symbolises an agreement that ended the Williamite War. The truce didn’t last for long, and the events that led to it still echo on. It’s not an overly impressive relic in its own right, but it has fantastic views, a plaque explaining the history (which dates back to 1691) and offers a real sense of stepping back in time."

"The Treaty Stone symbolises the agreement between the Williamites and the Jacobites that ended the Williamite War. The truce did not last long, since there are some tensions lingering. The place can be very lovely to spend some time and learn some history regarding the place."

"Cahir's awesome castle enjoys a river-island site with moat, massive walls, turrets and keep, mullioned windows, vast fireplaces and dungeons. Founded by Conor O'Brien in 1142, and passed to the Butler family in 1375, it's one of Ireland's largest castles. In 1599 the Earl of Essex shattered its walls with cannon fire, an event explained with a large model. With a huge set of antlers pinned to its white walls, the Banqueting Hall is an impressive sight; you can also climb the Keep."

"A glance at the Ireland of old is on offer at this riverside, long-ruined castle. Adare Desmond is essentially a shell of the old structure, but there’s enough left to justify tours, and the buildings and their surrounds make for a fantastic slightly off-the-beaten-track exploration. There’s a sacred fairy ring just around the corner, and very little development visible from the sight, giving this a real sense of the Ireland of its 13th century construction."

"Just outside the town of Adare (which we recommend in its own right, see below) Adare Desmond Castle is a 13th-century riverside fortress, now in ruins, sat right next to an ancient ring fort. Regular tours during the summer give an insight into the spot’s revolutionary history while an exhibition gives a sense of life at the castle through the Middle Ages."

"Adare Castle, Adare, Co Limerick now a ruined medieval fortress situated on the north bank of the River Maigue in County Limerick, southwest Ireland. The castle, also known as Desmond Castle, is a fine example of Norman architecture"

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"Free to enter, the Limerick City Museum is a diverting cabinet of curiosities, with interesting things from many different fields. You can inspect archaeological finds from the Stone Age and Iron Age, or the scabbard owned by the revolutionary Lord Edward FitzGerald that he used while resisting arrest when he was killed in 1798. There are 60,000 items in the museum’s collection, including blunderbuss guns from the 17th and 18th centuries, 200-year-old Limerick silver, clothes like a gentleman’s suit from 1706 and a piece of the Adare meteorite of 1813, the largest ever to hit the British Isles (as they were at the time)."

"The Limerick Museum is another city museum in Limerick and was founded in 1907 on Pery Square. It has moved to several locations since then and is currently located in the old Franciscans Friary on Henry Street. The museum has a collection of 60,000 objects gathered through donations, purchase and long-term loan."