Medieval Quarter Travel Guide
Limerick
Visit Medieval Quarter
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
2 Day's Private Tour from Dublin to West of Ireland
2 Day's Private Tour from Dublin to West of Ireland
Killarney To Cliffs of Moher And Galway Private Tour Transfer
Top hotels in Medieval Quarter
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Brilliant location. Close to the city centre, but not right bang in the middle. River views. Cracking beer garden. Food is fantastic and staff go above and beyond.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Limerick Strand Hotel
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Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The George Limerick Hotel
Great location. Wonderful room. Walking to shops and restaurants. Only 20 min to Shanon airport
Reviewed on 20 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
Rooms amazing, over hotel top stars
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
5 minute walk across the parking lot to the airport -- maximum convenience. Otherwise clean enough, nice enough restaurant/bar. Mainly stay for the smoothest imaginable trip to the airport not because it's the ritz carlton.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Medieval Quarter
King's Island
If you're spending some time in King's Island, King John's Castle and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like Limerick City Gallery of Art and People's Park.
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.
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.
