Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Limerick

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Limerick

King John's Castle
King John's Castle
4.4 (3564 ratings)4.5 (2296 ratings)
Restored medieval fortress with a visitor centre, period costumes and interactive exhibits.
Nicholas St, Limerick, Ireland
CastleSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"An obdurate and brooding Norman mass over the River Shannon, Limerick's showpiece castle, with its vast curtain walls and towers, was built on the orders of King John of England between 1200 and 1212. The massive twin gate towers still stand to their full height. A multimedia experience that provides an excellent potted history of Ireland in general, and Limerick in particular, is followed by exposed archaeology in the undercroft and a tour of the courtyard and fortifications."
Mentioned by Ireland Before You Die
The 5 Best Things To Do With Kids in Limerick
"There’s just something magical and fairy-tale like about them and King John’s medieval castle in the heart of Limerick is no exception. The castle is ideal for kids, as it has interactive features to stimulate children’s interest in the medieval castle’s history, such as 21st-century touch-screen technology, 3D models and discovery drawers. Explore the castle turrets and meet characters from the past such as the stonemason."
St. Mary's Cathedral
St. Mary's Cathedral
4.5 (643 ratings)4 (469 ratings)
Iconic 12th-century cathedral with large stained-glass windows & a small burial ground.
Bridge St, Limerick, V94 E068, Ireland
CathedralSights & LandmarksPlace of worshipChurches & Cathedrals
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
4.5 (7613 ratings)4.5 (3961 ratings)
A 15th-century castle and living 19th-century village bring the periods alive at this family museum.
Bunratty West, Bunratty, Co. Clare, Ireland
Theme parkSights & LandmarksDinner theaterMuseumCastles
Mentioned by Limerick 1 day itinerary
How to Spend Half a Day in Limerick, Ireland.
"If you’re driving then a place I would recommend going to near Limerick is Bunratty Village and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. I actually visited here on a family holiday when I was about 11 and loved it!. I drove through the village on my way from Shannon to Limerick this time and it brought back so many memories. The buildings in the village are very typical Irish stone built buildings and many of them are home to B&B’s now if you need somewhere to stay nearby."
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Step back to medieval and Victorian times with a full-day admission ticket to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park near Shannon Town. Explore the 15th-century castle to see its rich furnishings, chambers and artworks, and wander through the folk park, a recreation of a 19th-century Irish village brought to life with costumed animators. See the replica cottages, shops, farmhouses, and Bunratty Walled Garden, and learn about traditional village life over a century ago."
Mentioned by Limerick Strand Hotel
Limerick Attractions | Breaks In Limerick
"Just 15 Minutes from Hotel Bunratty Castle & Folk Park is a must on your itinerary. This is your chance to experience a window on Ireland’s past explore the 15th century Castle & Folk Park"
Lough Gur
Lough Gur
4.7 (167 ratings)4.5 (74 ratings)
Tranquil, horseshoe-shaped lake with picnic areas, walking paths & a heritage centre.
Co. Limerick, Ireland
LakeSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Ireland Before You Die
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"The complete history of the human race from the Stone Age to the present day can be traced in the area surrounding Lough Gur in County Limerick. Don’t worry you needn’t be either a historian or an archaeologist to enjoy this 6,000-year-old site, for all the hard work has already been done for you and laid out in a fascinating interpretive centre for your perusal. Here you can listen to the mystical stories, view the Neolithic finds, savour Bronze and Iron Age household items and take look back at medieval life."
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"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)."
People's Park, Limerick
People's Park, Limerick
4.5 (985 ratings)4.5 (126 ratings)
Limerick, Ireland
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Culture Trip
Must-Visit Attractions in Limerick, Ireland
"One of the city’s most prominent green spaces, the People’s Park is the place for a breather after a busy day exploring Limerick. Unveiled in 1877, the park takes after Dublin’s elegant Mountjoy Square, complete with elaborate drinking fountains, a bandstand, and trees with elephantine trunks. Perfectly located in the city centre, the park is a stone’s throw from the Newtown Pery shopping district."
Mentioned by tourlane.com
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"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."
Mentioned by Limerick
Things To Do With Kids InMaldron Hotel Limerick
"Opened in 1877, The People’s Park is perfect for a picnic and also has a children’s playground!. It is the home of a fully refurbished drinking fountain, a band stand and access to Limerick City Gallery of Art."
Glenstal Abbey
Glenstal Abbey
4.7 (298 ratings)5 (22 ratings)
Garden and ancient woodland trails, plus modern, colourful chapel in a working, Benedictine abbey.
Garranbane, Murroe, Co. Limerick, Ireland
MonasteryNature & ParksArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesParks
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"Under half-an-hours' drive from Limerick city along the R445 and R506 brings visitors to beautiful Benedictine Glenstal Abbey set on a serene 500-acre estate. Day visitors are welcome to visit the grounds and the church, and those who wish can attend the liturgy. Scenic walks meander around the grounds, which are adorned with beautiful trees and flowers and provide a sanctuary for wildlife."
Coolwater Garden.
Coolwater Garden.
4.8 (38 ratings)5 (56 ratings)
Fedamore, Cloughadoolarty, Co. Limerick, Ireland
GardenNature & Parks
St Saviours Priory (Dominican Order)
St Saviours Priory (Dominican Order)
5 (6 ratings)4.5 (12 ratings)
Glentworth St, Limerick, Ireland
ChurchSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious SitesChurches & Cathedrals
Ennis Friary
Ennis Friary
4.4 (334 ratings)4.5 (301 ratings)
Historic Franciscan friary ruins known for its Gothic tower, wall carvings & vaulted sacristy.
Lower Abbey St, Lifford, Ennis, Co. Clare, Ireland
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"North of the Square, Ennis Friary was founded by Donnchadh Cairbreach O'Brien, a king of Thomond, between 1240 and 1249. A mix of structures dating between the 13th and 19th centuries, the friary has a graceful five-section window dating from the late 13th century, a McMahon tomb (1460) with alabaster panels depicting scenes from the Passion, and a particularly fine Ecce Homo panel portraying a stripped and bound Christ."
Curraghchase Forest Recreational Area
Curraghchase Forest Recreational Area
4.6 (123 ratings)4.5 (115 ratings)
Kilcornan, Toreen, Co. Limerick, Ireland
National forestNature & ParksParks
Mentioned by Limerick
Things To Do With Kids InMaldron Hotel Limerick
"Curraghchase Forest Park is a fantastic amenity for all the family to enjoy. The Park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, parkland and lakes which together provide a rich habitat for a diverse range of animals and plants. There are a number of looped waymarked trails in the park to suit all visitors."
Mentioned by Limerick Strand Hotel
Limerick Attractions | Breaks In Limerick
"Curraghchase Forest Park is a fantastic amenity for all the family to enjoy. The Park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, park land and lakes which together provide a rich habitat"

Best Bath Houses in Limerick

Dunraven Arms Hotel
Dunraven Arms Hotel
4.4 (851 ratings)
Polished rooms & suites, plus a fine dining restaurant, an oak-panelled bar & a spa.
Main St, Blackabbey, Adare, Co. Limerick, V94 KV2P, Ireland
HotelBarFine dining restaurantFunction room facilityRestaurantSpa and health clubWedding venue
Siam Day Spa
Siam Day Spa
4.5 (29 ratings)
14 Lower Mallow St, Limerick, V94 W42K, Ireland
Massage spaBeauty salonDay spaFacial spaHair removal serviceMassage therapistNail salonSpaThai massage therapistWaxing hair removal service
Lily's Thai Massage and Beauty
Lily's Thai Massage and Beauty
5 (46 ratings)
12 Glentworth St, Limerick, V94 RRH9, Ireland
Massage spa

Best Spas in Limerick

No.1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa
No.1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa
4.6 (435 ratings)
Classic, modern or vintage-styled rooms in an elegant townhouse with fine dining and an organic spa.
1 Pery Square, Georgian Quarter, Limerick, V94 EKP9, Ireland
HotelGardenRestaurantSpa
Mentioned by luxuryhotel.guru
Top 11 Luxury Hotels in Limerick - Sara Lind's Guide 2021
"This boutique town house is close to Limerick city centre and opposite Pery Square (Peoples’ Park). It offers free wired internet, luxury rooms and organic spa treatments. No. 1 Pery Square has elegant, modern rooms with big beds, bathrobes, slippers, safety deposit boxes and a CD collection."
Mentioned by Ireland-Guide.com
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"A stunning property occupying a large corner site on the city’s most gracious Georgian square - overlooking a leafy park and only a minute’s stroll away from the City Art Gallery - this is the luxurious boutique hotel that discerning visito ..."
Revas Spa
Revas Spa
4.7 (255 ratings)
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa, Adare, Co. Limerick, Ireland
Resort hotelBeauty salonDay spaHair salonMassage spa
Siam Day Spa
Siam Day Spa
4.5 (29 ratings)
14 Lower Mallow St, Limerick, V94 W42K, Ireland
Massage spaBeauty salonDay spaFacial spaHair removal serviceMassage therapistNail salonSpaThai massage therapistWaxing hair removal service

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Limerick

Camile Thai Limerick
Camile Thai Limerick
4.4 (525 ratings)
10, Parkway Retail Park, Dublin Rd, Limerick, V94 C4E0, Ireland
Thai restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by limerick.ie
Asian Flavour: Limerick’s Best Asian Restaurants
"New kid on the block, Camile, has been voted Ireland’s healthiest takeaway making it perfect for day’s when you don’t want to cook but you still want to eat smart. Their dishes consist of fresh, traditional ingredients and come as huge portions. They’re definitely be leftovers for tomorrow – yum! If all that wasn’t enough, they’re very reasonably priced with a starter and main course costing just €12 at lunch time."
Mentioned by Ireland Before You Die
The Top Five Tastes of Asia in Limerick
"If you like your Thai food but are conscious about your calorie intake, Camile Thai in Dublin Road has six dishes that are available as Lighter Options – each containing only 600 calories. The restaurant’s focus is on providing delicious but healthy options, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. If you’re up for a spice challenge, try the Chu Chee Beef Curry – which is a really hot red curry served with greens."
Bobby Byrne's
Bobby Byrne's
4.4 (850 ratings)
1 - 3 O'Connell Ave, Limerick, V94 CD73, Ireland
GastropubBarBeer gardenCatererDeliGrocery storeTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
Where to Eat in Limerick: The Best Restaurants and Bars
"3 O'Connell Avenue, Limerick, IrelandTakeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Delivery, Reservations, Accepts Credit CardsIrish, Bar, European, Pub, Contemporary, Gastropub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Breakfast, BrunchHK$39 - HK$220+353 61 316 949"
Mentioned by Ireland Before You Die
5 Best Places for a Sunday Roasts & Lunch in Limerick
"Bobby’s first opened in 1963 and serves carvery lunch every Sunday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Bobby’s is well known for being a cosy, quaint, traditional pub in the heart of Limerick serving heart-warming traditional Irish food with great drink and music. Sunday lunch starters include homemade tomato, and black pepper soup served with homemade brown bread."
Mentioned by Ireland Before You Die
Five Burgers in Limerick You NEED To Try Before You Die
"Bobby Byrnes describes itself as, “Limerick’s friendliest foodie corner.” As well as being friendly they do adorable comfort food. What’s more comforting than a tasty, hearty burger?. Give Bobby’s Ultimate Beef Burger a try."
Café Lógr
Café Lógr
4.5 (50 ratings)
Main St, Blackabbey, Adare, Co. Limerick, V94 CYR6, Ireland
CafeCoffee storeTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Adare, County Limerick, Ireland
Restaurants & Cafés
"Opened in July 2020 Café Lógr is situated at the beginning of the Blackabbey Road just across from the Adare Village Hall. Owned and operated by husband and wife team, David & Petra Hayes. Café Lógr is a light and bright space serving artisan speciality coffee, organic wines and simply prepared modern dishes using top quality local and seasonal produce in a friendly and relaxed environment."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Limerick

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Travelodge Limerick
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The Savoy Hotel
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4.8 (93 reviews)
Garrane House
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$59.04 /night
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