Mount Kennet Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Hunt Museum
Explore the exhibition halls of this grand Georgian museum and find a vast collection of historic artifacts and exquisite pieces of art.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
2 Day's Private Tour from Dublin to West of Ireland
Our pick of the best Mount Kennet Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Limerick
Limerick Strand Hotel
Great staff, comfy bed and restaurant was great
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The George Limerick Hotel
Good hotel. Slightly dated
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Spotless, easy, good value
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Dromoland Castle
Staff were friendly and welcoming Rooms were spotless Lots of amenities for all ages
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Just before traveling away, with its position adjacent to Shannon airport, you can't have a better location - or a helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Kennet
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.
Limerick City Centre
Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and O'Connell Street, 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 Cresent Shopping Centre.
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.
