Dooradoyle Travel Guide
Limerick
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Popular places to visit
Thomond Park
Home of Munster Rugby Football Club, Thomond Park is renowned all over the world for its sporting history and incredible match-day atmosphere.
King John's Castle
The exciting tales of battle and siege come to life within this beautifully preserved Norman castle in the heart of historic Limerick.
O'Connell Street
Learn about the local history of Limerick when you spend time at O'Connell Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
St. Mary's Cathedral
At over 800 years old, St. Mary’s Cathedral is one of the oldest cathedrals in Ireland still used as a place of worship. This ancient building in Limerick is a stalwart of Irish heritage and is visibly pockmarked by the trials it has endured. Situated on King’s Island in the middle of the Shannon River in Limerick, St. Mary’s Cathedral overlooks a landscape that must have changed beyond recognition since it was founded here in 1168 AD.
Hunt Museum
Explore the exhibition halls of this grand Georgian museum and find a vast collection of historic artifacts and exquisite pieces of art.
Limerick City Gallery of Art
You can study the exhibits at Limerick City Gallery of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Limerick. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Killarney
Killarney To Cliffs of Moher And Galway City Sightseeing Trip
2 Day's Private Tour from Dublin to West of Ireland
Top hotels in Dooradoyle
Limerick Strand Hotel
Great staff, comfy bed and restaurant was great
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The George Limerick Hotel
Lovely staff, clean room perfect for city break
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Spotless, easy, good value
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Dromoland Castle
This was such a magical time and stay at Dromoland castle!!! The staff was super helpful and made sure we had a really memorable time! We appreciate it so much and can’t wait to return!!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Savoy Hotel
the room was tired, a terrace room, false grass on the deck covered in pigeon droppings and weaping green algae all over the green copper canopy over, windows filthy due to it all, shower room door faulty, wash basin hot/cold mixed up, food offering basic, cheap fleece gowns, altogether far from ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Just before traveling away, with its position adjacent to Shannon airport, you can't have a better location - or a helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dooradoyle
Courtbrack
While Courtbrack may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like O'Connell Street and Cresent Shopping Centre.
Raheen
While Raheen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cresent Shopping Centre and Roxboro Shopping Centre.
Rathbane North
While Rathbane North isn't home to many top sights, Roxboro Shopping Centre and Limerick Greyhound Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mount Kennet
While there might not be top attractions in Mount Kennet, you can explore the larger area and discover places like O'Connell Street and Arthur's Quay Park.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.
Kilrush
While Kilrush may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park.
