Limerick Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Ireland in the province of Munster
About Limerick
Limerick grew up at the limit of tides and navigation of the River Shannon. In the 9th century the Vikings first raided it then settled, calling itHlymrekrwhich probably means low-lying and fertile. As elsewhere in Ireland, they were overthrown by the native Irish in the 10th and 11th centuries, who in turn came under the rule of the Anglo-Normans. In 1205 King John ordered the construction of the castle on the river island in the Shannon, and the English settled in this area of King's Island, with their "Englishtown" protected by massive walls. South across the small River Abbey lay "Irishtown", with the natives firmly put in their place. Limerick became a prosperous port, so it was worth fighting for. Some of the many conflicts were the proxy war that was part of the medieval England—Sco
Top Attractions in Limerick
Explore the best things to see and do in Limerick:
- ★Belltable
- ★Hunt Museum
- ★King John's Castle
- ★Limerick City Gallery of Art
- ★Limerick Races
- ★Munster Rugby
- ★People's Museum of Limerick
- ★St John's Cathedral
Where to Eat in Limerick
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bella Italia
- 🍴Cornstore
- 🍴Donkey Fords
- 🍴Enzo’s
- 🍴Jasmine Palace
- 🍴Katie Daly's Heritage Pub and Kitchen
Where to Stay in Limerick
- 🏨Absolute Hotel Limerick
- 🏨Brookville House B&B
- 🏨Castletroy Park
- 🏨Clayton Hotel
- 🏨George Hotel
- 🏨Great National South Court
Limerick Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including: