Mount Kennet 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.
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.
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.
People's Park
Explore the great outdoors at People's Park, a lovely green space in Limerick. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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
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 Mount Kennet
Clayton Hotel Limerick
"A good hotel with good facilities including leisure"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
"Location to the airport. Room for 3 was one queen and one twin bed."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
"Breakfast was not good."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Limerick Strand Hotel
"Great central location but a bit dated"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
THE RINE
"Staff was"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Limerick City Hotel
"Staff was excellent and very helpful"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Mount Kennet
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.
Castletroy
Castletroy is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to UL Outdoor Pursuits Climbing Wall and University Concert Hall while you're in town.
Rathbane North
While Rathbane North isn't home to many top sights, Roxboro Shopping Centre and People's Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like People's Park and O'Connell Street.
Dooradoyle
Travellers like the shopping in Dooradoyle, and Cresent Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
