Knock Travel Guide
Limerick
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
From Limerick: Full-Day Guided Tour of Cliffs of Moher
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
Dingle Day Tour from Limerick
Killarney To Cliffs of Moher And Galway Private Tour Transfer
Top hotels in Knock
Greenhills Hotel
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
"Rooms were clean and quiet. Easy check in and out process. Nice bar area."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Limerick City Hotel
"Internet WII FII was fine. No lagging no dropping once one. No problems with it at all. Watched my home channels and my Netflix was fine"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Dunraven Arms Hotel
"Clean beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Dromoland Castle
"Outstanding experience five stars is not enough. Definitely a bucket list experience that I would love to repeat. Food staff spa and property are truly a delight."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
"Only downside is the bathroom door being frosted glass so as soon as someone had to get ready for the day, the whole room was awash with light."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Knock
Clondrinagh
Clondrinagh might not have many top sights, but Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 People's Park.
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.
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.
