King's Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

St. Mary\'s Cathedral which includes a cemetery, religious aspects and heritage elements
St. Mary\'s Cathedral showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements
St. Mary\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements
St. Mary\'s Cathedral which includes a statue or sculpture, a church or cathedral and interior views
St. Mary\'s Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

King John\'s Castle showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and château or palace

King John's Castle

4/5(6 reviews)

The exciting tales of battle and siege come to life within this beautifully preserved Norman castle in the heart of historic Limerick.

King John's Castle
St. Mary\'s Cathedral showing château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture

St. Mary's Cathedral

4/5(8 reviews)

Admire the magnificent medieval architecture of this cathedral and find out about its former life as a palace on the riverfront of historic Limerick.

St. Mary's Cathedral
Thomond Park featuring a city and a river or creek

Thomond Park

5/5(1 review)

Watch a local soccer match, attend a concert, check out an exhibition or cheer on the Munster Rugby Club on their home turf at this modern stadium.

Thomond Park
People's Park

People's Park

Explore the great outdoors at People's Park, a lovely green space in Limerick. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

People's Park
Hunt Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Hunt Museum

4/5(1 review)

Explore the exhibition halls of this grand Georgian museum and find a vast collection of historic artifacts and exquisite pieces of art.

Hunt Museum
Limerick City Gallery 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.

Limerick City Gallery of Art

Activities

Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket

Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket

AU$32
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick

Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick

AU$92
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Dingle Day Tour from Limerick

Dingle Day Tour from Limerick

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dingle Day Tour from Limerick
Private Walking Tour of Limerick City

Private Walking Tour of Limerick City

AU$418
per traveller
Private Walking Tour of Limerick City
Angela's Ashes 1.5hrs Walking Tour

Angela's Ashes 1.5hrs Walking Tour

AU$251
per adult
Angela's Ashes 1.5hrs Walking Tour
Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Killarney

AU$1,502
per traveller
Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Killarney
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Our pick of the best King's Island Hotel Deals

Absolute Hotel Limerick
Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 out of 5
Sir Harry's Mall, Limerick, Limerick
The price is AU$256 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"The location, staff and hotel overall is very good. Its close to King John's Castle and many other historical sites. Note that footpaths are quite narrow around much of the town and not the easiest to cart around a suitcase that I discovered on the walk from the train station."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Absolute Hotel Limerick
Limerick Strand Hotel
Limerick Strand Hotel
4 out of 5
Ennis Road, Limerick, Limerick
The price is AU$264 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$264
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The views are amazing."

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Limerick Strand Hotel
The Savoy Hotel
The Savoy Hotel
5 out of 5
Henry Street, Limerick, Limerick
The price is AU$325 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$325
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"The staff couldn’t have been more accommodating. Our ferry to Ireland was delayed a day so they moved our booking with no issue, when we arrived we had been upgraded too. Gym and pool were great, the rooms were so comfortable. 5* experience for sure"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

The Savoy Hotel
The George Limerick Hotel
The George Limerick Hotel
4 out of 5
O'Connell Street, Entrance on Shannon Street, Limerick, Limerick
The price is AU$232 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
Business trip
"Brilliant hotel in a great location"

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

The George Limerick Hotel
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
3 out of 5
Shannon, Country Clare, Shannon, Clare
The price is AU$216 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$216
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Shannon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to spend first night or last night when flying in or out of Shannon."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Great National South Court Hotel
Great National South Court Hotel
3 out of 5
Raheen Roundabout, Limerick, Limerick
The price is AU$260 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$260
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (644 reviews)
"The staff here were excellent, both helpful & polite. The building is a little tired, but functional."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Great National South Court Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around King's Island

Hunt Museum showing art, heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Limerick City Centre

4/5(12 area reviews)

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.

Limerick City Centre
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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.

Mount Kennet
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Coolraine

While Coolraine isn't home to many top sights, Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Coolraine
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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.

Courtbrack
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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.

Kilrush
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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.

Rathbane North

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