Stay In Limerick – You Won`t Be Disappointed
Limerick is a great touring hub with most of Irelands finest tourism attractions close to hand. Shannon Airport is located only 18Km from the heart of Limerick city. You have numerous types of apartments in Limerick to choose from – including flats, B&B, cottages and more. Many buses run in all directions from Limerick city.
You can visit northwest to the Burren in county Clare. North-northwest to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, or visit the legendary Bunratty Castle & Folk Park on the way. Veering North will land you in the picturesque Connemara and the friendly Gaeltacht while further North leads to Sligo – the home of WB Yates.
Heading southwest from Limerick city you can look forward to day trips to the Kingdom and the Rose of Tralee, yet further south-west brings you to the rugged West Cork coast with its unspoilt natural beauty. Roving south of Limerick City takes you right into the green dairy grassland of the Golden Vale to the city by the lee, Cork. Don’t forget to visit Foto Island Wildlife Park with its wide selection of freely roaming animals.
While staying in Limerick city you must visit the Hunt Museum with its private collection of John and Gertrude Hunt. The museum holds a vast range of original Bronze Age, Celtic and Medieval art pieces and antiquities.
A trip to King John’s Castle should also be high on your list of places to see. King John of England built the Castle sometime between 1200 and 1212. When visiting the castle, tourist can watch a 20-minute video documentary on the history of the castle. You can still see lots of towers and fortifications and remains of a Viking settlement.
Limerick University Concert Hall provides vast and varied entertainment. This is located on Limerick University grounds on the east side and if you like to shop, you are going to adore Limerick. With Shopping locations like the Parkway, Crescent and the Valley Shopping Centres, Limerick is the place to be. With Irelands largest shopping centre and beautiful visitor attractions you’d be crazy not to stay in Limerick.