Medieval Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Medieval Quarter
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
From Limerick: Full-Day Guided Tour of Cliffs of Moher
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Dingle Day Tour from Limerick
Our pick of the best Medieval Quarter Hotel Deals
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Staff were amazing!!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Limerick City Hotel
Staff were very helpful Breakfast staff we’re lovely really good menu great choices would really recommend going for the breakfast when you stay bar is lovely and menu is good we were very happy we picked this hotel and would definitely recommend it
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Dunraven Arms Hotel
Hot and Cold Hotel The heat of our bedroom was intolerable. Bed covers to much, opened windows eventually at 4.30am which helped. The cold part comes from the bar in the evening before and after the evening meal. We had to go to the room after the meal as my wife started shivering in the bar. The ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Savoy Hotel
Enjoyed our stay at The Savoy Limerick - beautiful room and hotel, a great location for walking the river and sightseeing. Staff were prompt and pleasant sorting wifi issues.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Dromoland Castle
Outstanding experience five stars is not enough. Definitely a bucket list experience that I would love to repeat. Food staff spa and property are truly a delight.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
There was a major problem with drainage in the shower. After I notified the staff, they cleaned up the bathroom area due to the overflow and I thought the issue was resolved. In the morning the same problem existed.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Medieval Quarter
King's Island
If you're spending some time in King's Island, King John's Castle and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.
Mount Kennet
While there might not be top attractions in Mount Kennet, you can explore the larger area and discover places like O'Connell Street and Arthur's Quay Park.
Coolraine
While Coolraine isn't home to many top sights, Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
