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.
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.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
From Limerick: Full-Day Guided Tour of Cliffs of Moher
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Dingle Day Tour from Limerick
Top hotels in Mount Kennet
Clayton Hotel Limerick
"The was a beautiful waterfront location where you could branch out to the city."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
"No AC"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Limerick City Hotel
"Nice room, very good staff, easy access to other cities"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Dunraven Arms Hotel
"The dinner was great as well as the breakfast. I was unaware that the restaurant was finer dining until I arrived, and was super pleased at the food and wine selection."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
"Great location on the Island, so easy for the City centre, King John's Castle and even the Rugby ground. Handy car park. Nice rooms that the cleaners maintain and restock every day. We stays on very hot days but the air con made it a pleasure. Lovely staff, a nice mix of local Limerick and migrant ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Savoy Hotel
"From the moment we arrived, everyone was so welcoming. The hotel was spotless, the bar area had a superb range of cocktails and mocktails, and the art deco vibe is carried beautifully throughout. The rooms are luxurious, the bathrooms huge, and the towels and bathrobes wonderfully soft. Even when ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Kennet
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like Limerick City Gallery of Art and People's Park.
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.
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 People's Park.
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.
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.
Coolraine
While Coolraine isn't home to many top sights, Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
