Medieval Quarter Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

King John\'s Castle showing château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture
King John\'s Castle showing château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture
King John\'s Castle featuring a castle, a river or creek and heritage elements
St. Mary\'s Cathedral which includes religious elements, heritage elements and interior views
Hunt Museum showing a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and art

Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Thomond Park
King John castle in Limerick Ireland on the banks of the Shannon river next to the Thomond bridge with dramatic cloudy sky

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.

O'Connell Street
Hunt Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Hunt Museum

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

Hunt Museum
People\'s Park showing a 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

Activities

Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket

Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket

NZ$43
per adult
94% 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

NZ$109
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Angela's Ashes 1.5hrs Walking Tour

Angela's Ashes 1.5hrs Walking Tour

NZ$295
per adult
Angela's Ashes 1.5hrs Walking Tour
Private Walking Tour of Limerick City

Private Walking Tour of Limerick City

NZ$571
per traveller
Private Walking Tour of Limerick City
Full Day Private Guided Cliffs of Moher Tour

Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Bunratty with Private Chauffeur Tour

NZ$2,352
per traveller
Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Bunratty with Private Chauffeur Tour
Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Killarney

NZ$1,572
per traveller
Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Killarney
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Our pick of the best Medieval Quarter Hotel Deals

Absolute Hotel Limerick

Absolute Hotel Limerick

4 out of 5
Sir Harry's Mall Limerick Limerick
The price is NZ$254 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$254
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Spotless, easy, good value

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Absolute Hotel Limerick
Limerick Strand Hotel

Limerick Strand Hotel

4 out of 5
Ennis Road Limerick Limerick
The price is NZ$293 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$293
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Great staff, comfy bed and restaurant was great

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Limerick Strand Hotel
The George Limerick Hotel

The George Limerick Hotel

4 out of 5
O'Connell Street Limerick Limerick
The price is NZ$224 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$224
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Good hotel. Slightly dated

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The George Limerick Hotel
Dromoland Castle

Dromoland Castle

5 out of 5
Dromoland Estate Newmarket on Fergus Co Clare
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$898 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
NZ$898
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newmarket on Fergus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Staff were friendly and welcoming Rooms were spotless Lots of amenities for all ages

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Dromoland Castle
The Savoy Hotel

The Savoy Hotel

5 out of 5
Henry Street Limerick Limerick
The price is NZ$355 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$355
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Overall amazing hotel

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Savoy 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 NZ$246 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$246
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Shannon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Nice room. Front counter service was good. Excellent restaurant too.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Medieval Quarter

Check out the old tombs near the south entrance.

King's Island

If you're spending some time in King's Island, King John's Castle and Limerick Museum are top sights worth seeing.

King's Island
Hunt Museum showing a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and art

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
The place where everybody meets

Newton Perry

While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.

Newton Perry
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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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