Mount Kennet Travel Guide
Limerick
Visit Mount Kennet
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.
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.
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.
Hunt Museum
Explore the exhibition halls of this grand Georgian museum and find a vast collection of historic artifacts and exquisite pieces 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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
2 Day's Private Tour from Dublin to West of Ireland
Full Day Private Tour to The Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle
Kylemore Abbey from Dromoland Castle Private Tour
Top hotels in Mount Kennet
Clayton Hotel Limerick
Good front of house reception
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Limerick Strand Hotel
Clean rooms. Quiet. Close to King John’s Castle & several museums & other historic sites. Reasonably priced. Good food in the restaurant. Safe & convenient to bus stops. Helpful staff. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
The George Limerick Hotel
Beautiful hotel in the heart of town! Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Great staff, clean and cozy rooms, amazing location; it was an amazing stay! We cannot wait for our next stay. Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Dromoland Castle
Absolutely incredible! Every single thing about this location was amazing. The staff, the service, the room, the restaurants, the additional activities, perfect 10!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Staff were friendly and courteous. Room was clean. We had a short stay and it was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Kennet
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 O'Connell Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.
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.
Medieval Quarter
Medieval Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by King John's Castle and Limerick Museum while in the area.
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.
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.
