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Make a Break for Limerick

Where European Embrace Meets Atlantic Edge... There is a City on an Island... Limerick

This is the year to re-experience the beautiful country on our doorsteps – and with a host of hidden gems and exciting experiences for families, couples and friends alike, a staycation in Limerick has something for everyone to enjoy. Limerick is packed full of fun and fascinating things to do and explore! 

Visit Limerick and experience its unique spirit, the friendliness of the people, the vibrancy of the riverside city, the sporting passion, the history, the rural majesty of County Limerick – come and see it for yourself…

 Few regions offer the magical blend of City and County quite like Limerick. With a whole host top class activities and attractions, Limerick truly has something for everyone to enjoy and some of Ireland’s most famous attractions are within an hour’s drive of the hotel.

Limerick’s food scene, markets, restaurants and pubs combine the innovative with the traditional while being welcoming, family-friendly, full of art, music and easy-going people. Limerick is close to nature while acting as a stage for street artists, live music and a calendar of cultural events.

Limerick’s food scene, markets, restaurants and pubs combine the innovative with the traditional while being welcoming, family-friendly, full of art, music and easy-going people. Limerick is acting as a stage for street artists, live music and a calendar of cultural events. All of that is within walking distance from the hotel, you can go further by public transport or rent a bike from a nearby point and discover the city cycling.

We have a range of walking, running and cycling map routes available to hotel guests at reception, we are also happy to provide you with suggested driving itineraries to explore the Shannon Region & Wild Atlantic Way

We are lucky to be surrounded by so many beautiful wooden trails and parks which include Curraghchase Forest Park, Ballyhoura Mountain Trails & Cratloe Woods. Please ensure to respect the natural environment, flora and fauna when exploring by staying on the marked tracks and not leaving any litter behind.

Golf is a very popular sport to play in Limerick. This is reflected in the abundance of golf courses in Limerick city. The golf courses closest to the Limerick Strand Hotel are Rathbane and Castletroy golf course.

If you fancy venturing a little further for a day trip,  Limerick is the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way in just 60 minutes of the hotel doorstop you will find yourself immersed in the most sensational scenery and unmistakable atmosphere – WILD ATLANTIC WAY DAY TRIPS 

For more inspiration on things to do in Limerick, check out the Discover Ireland website, where you’ll find a range of exciting activities and attractions waiting to be explored.

Residents of the Limerick Strand Hotel enjoy exclusive discounts on top local attractions, you can save up to 15% off!

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KING JOHNS CASTLE

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Walking Distance From Hotel Take a fresh look at King John’s Castle and experience Limerick’s history as you have never done before… Located just a 5 minute walk from the hotel

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Padel Limerick

Newly open

Limerick & Ireland's Largest Indoor Padel Tennis Facility.

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Ballyhora

Experience rural Ireland in a nutshell!

The Ballyhoura region takes its name from the Ballyhoura Mountains which cross from County Limerick into North East Cork.

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The Peoples Museum of Limerick

Explore the past of our great city

Step inside the beautiful Georgian townhouse that is home to the People’s Museum of Limerick and explore the fascinating past of our great city.

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DISCOVER LIMERICK PASS

Discover Limerick Pass -Mobile Pass The Discover Limerick PASS is the Official Sightseeing pass for the city and region of Limerick.

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BUNRATTY CASTLE

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Just 15 Minutes from Hotel Bunratty Castle & Folk Park is a must on your itinerary. This is your chance to experience a window on Ireland’s past explore the 15th century Castle & Folk Park

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FOYNES FLYING BOAT MUSEUM

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The Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum excitingly captures the story of how Foynes became one of the great aviation hubs of the world between 1937-1945

Foynes Flying Boat Museum
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THE HUNT MUSEUM

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Exhibiting one of Ireland's greatest private collections of Art and Antiquities, dating from the Neolithic to the 20th Century

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LIMERICK GREENWAY - LOCOMOTION BIKE RENTAL

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The Limerick Greenway is a 40km off-road walking and cycling route along an old railway line that connects the three market towns of Rathkeale, Newcastle West and Abbeyfeale in West Limerick.

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TREATY CITY BREWERY TOUR

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Located in the heart of Limerick’s Medieval Quarter, Treaty City Brewery Tours are a unique and authentic experience that pays homage to the art of craft brewing

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The Three Bridges Walk

Limerick's Three Bridges Walk takes in all the best vantage points of the city, as well as some awesome street art and even a few swans

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THE ACRES DRIVING RANG

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The Acres is a state of the art driving range with Toptracer Range technology as seen on Sky Sports coverage of PGA and European Tours.

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ESCAPE ROOMS LIMERICK

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An escape room is a real-life physical puzzle game, where you and your team are locked in a room for one hour. Interact with your surroundings and work together to crack clues and solve the puzzle.

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Thomand Park

Home of Munster Rugby

Follow in the footsteps of your Munster heroes by taking a look behind the scenes at the historic Thomond Park Stadium

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Dolan's

Home of all types of live music in the heart of Li

Dolans Traditional Irish Pub is made up of a restaurant and five music venues.

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THE MILK MARKET

Here you’ll discover the very best of fresh local artisan produce from farmhouse cheeses and chutneys, just-caught fish, meats, organic fruit & vegetables & much more

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KILLALOE RIVER CRUISES

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Step on Board – Boat Trips on Lough Derg & River Shannon Explore the breath-taking Lough Derg & Iconic River Shannon

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ADARE HERITAGE VILLAGE

Adare dates back to pre 1200A.D. and you will see its transformation through the centuries with the beautiful medieval architecture

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ST MARY'S CATHEDRAL

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No trip to Limerick is complete without visiting this historic building at the very heart of this ancient metropolis.

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Aillwee Burren Experience

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A subterranean world 330 million years in the making awaits deep inside Aillwee Mountain in the breathtaking Burren.

Alliwee Burren Experience
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CLONSHIRE EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

120 acres of rolling parkland, in the peaceful and tranquil surroundings of Clonshire Beg, Adare, Co. Limerick, Ireland.

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THE LIMERICK MUSEUM

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CRAGGAUNOWEN CASTLE AND CRANNOG

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Nestled in the heart of Ireland, Craggaunowen Castle carries with it a rich history that spans centuries.

Craggaunowen Castle and Crannog
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SCATTERY ISLAND BOAT TOURS

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Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, just off Kilrush in Co. Clare, Scattery Island is one of Ireland’s finest hidden gems, where rich biodiversity meets centuries of captivating heritage.

Scattery Island Boat Tours
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DISCOVER DOLPHINS

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The West Clare Peninsula is an area of unspoiled natural beauty, wedged between the roaring Atlantic to the north and the more tranquil Shannon estuary to the south

Discover Dolphins
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WEST COAST RIB ADVENTURES

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West Coast Rib Adventures, where every journey is an unforgettable exploration of the breathtaking beauty awaiting you along the stunning Shannon Estuary!

West Coast Rib Adventures
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THE DOOLIN FERRY COMPANY

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Express Ferry service from Doolin to the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher.

The Doolin Ferry Company
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CAHERCONNELL STONE FORT

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Set right at the heart of the Burren in County Clare, Caherconnell is a treasured local sheep farm with a rich history that comprises several significant archaeological sites

Caherconnell Stone Fort
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Burren Smokehouse

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The Burren Smokehouse is a family-run business set up in 1989 by the owners Birgitta & Peter Curtin in Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare.

Burren Smokehouse
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LOUGH GUR

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Discount for Hotel Guests Available 6000 years of life and history

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LIMERICK BIKE HIRE

discover limerick by bike - Limerick offers medieval and Georgian architecture, a newly renovated castle, a lively art museum and contemporary cafe culture

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THE LIMERICK WALKING TOUR

An awesome city walking tour. Hear all about sport, music, culture and history in Limerick, cover the origins of the city from the time of the Vikings in the right up to Ireland's war of Independence

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STONEHALL VISITOR FARM

Stonehall Wildlife Park is located in a tranquil & beautiful rural setting in Co. Limerick. a fun filled day out for all the family

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CRATLOE WOODS

Cratloe Wood is a State owned forest on the slopes of Woodcock Hill beside the small village of Cratloe in County Clare.

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CURRAGHCHASE FOREST PARK

Curraghchase Forest Park is a fantastic amenity for all the family to enjoy. The Park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, park land and lakes which together provide a rich habitat

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NEVSAIL SPORTS - KAYAKING IN LIMERICK

Fancy experiencing kayaking Limericks River Shannon under the night sky with nothing but the moon, the stars and city lights?

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ROLLERJAM

Limericks only indoor rollerskate rink - there is something for everyone at RollerJam Roller Disco. We rock, you roll!

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FAMILY FRIENDLY MINI ZOO

Just 30 minutes from Hotel based just outside Newcastle West, home to a range of exotic and domestic animals.

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24, 48 & 72 HOUR LIMERICK ITINERARIES

Our Friends at Limerick.ie have devised an exciting list of recommend trips in Limerick City & County including - 24, 48 & 72 hour itineraries

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