Kilrush Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Thomond Park
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.
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
Admire the magnificent medieval architecture of this cathedral and find out about its former life as a palace on the riverfront of historic Limerick.
O'Connell Street
Learn about the local history of Limerick when you spend time at O'Connell Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
Activities
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
Explore the Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle in Comfort
Our pick of the best Kilrush Hotel Deals
Limerick Strand Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The George Limerick Hotel
Rooms were lovely, staff were amazing would stay again
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
This hotel has a nice location on the river but is clearly suffering from poor management, the room was ok but the plastic glasses, the paper cups for tea and coffee and the toilet paper like shower towels showed that there was not a lot of care or class going on. The breakfast was terrible and overpriced, ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Dromoland Castle
The entire property is gorgeous. Multiple things to do. Easy access to multiple tourist sites. Entire staff is fantastic.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Savoy Hotel
Best breakfast and staff . Thw bar staff lnew what they werw doing
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Good parking available. Breakfast options good. Room comfortable and clean - and quiet. Thanks
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kilrush
Coolraine
While Coolraine isn't home to many top sights, Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 People's Park 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 Arthur's Quay Park and Milk Market.
Knock
While there might not be top attractions in Knock, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.
Limerick City Centre
Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and Milk Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.