King's Island Travel Guide
Limerick
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
O'Connell Street
Learn about the local history of Limerick when you spend time at O'Connell Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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
Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Bunratty with Private Chauffeur Tour
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
Top hotels in King's Island
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Spotless, easy, good value
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Limerick Strand Hotel
Great staff, comfy bed and restaurant was great
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The George Limerick Hotel
Good hotel. Slightly dated
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Dromoland Castle
Staff were friendly and welcoming Rooms were spotless Lots of amenities for all ages
Reviewed on 19 Feb 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
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
Other neighbourhoods around King's Island
Medieval Quarter
Medieval Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by King John's Castle and Limerick Museum while in the area.
Limerick City Centre
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.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.
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.
Coolraine
While Coolraine isn't home to many top sights, Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
