Castletroy 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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Killarney
Killarney To Cliffs of Moher And Galway City Sightseeing Trip
Top hotels in Castletroy
Castletroy Park Hotel Suites
The room was spotless and comfortable bed. Lovely and warm for a cold February days. The check in staff lovely and polite as well as check out staff. Also the restaurant staff were friendly and efficient. However I found the breakfast staff a bit grumpy and not as friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Castletroy Park Hotel
Clean rooms, nice area, quiet.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Kilmurry Lodge Hotel
Spacious and roomy
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Troy Self Catering Village Limerick Ireland
Brennan Court Guest Accommodation
Dromroe Village University of Limerick
Perfect for parkrun.
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Castletroy
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.
King's Island
If you're spending some time in King's Island, King John's Castle and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
