Limerick travel guide

Limerick Tourism | Limerick Guide

You're Going to Love Limerick

With a population of 90.054, Limerick is the largest city in Limerick, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Limerick to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Limerick

If you’re looking for affordable options, House Limerick (House Limerick Howley's Quay) and Cornstore, Limerick (19 Thomas Street) are great picks.

When to visit Limerick

Limerick in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 167
1 night at 3-star hotel
Limerick in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 167
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Limerick

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 20 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 175 km from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Limerick Childers Road Retail, Stop 607571, located 1.9 km from the city centre of Limerick. Limerick Mulgrave St. (St. Josephs Hosp) is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 20 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 175 km from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Limerick Childers Road Retail, Stop 607571, located 1.9 km from the city centre of Limerick. Limerick Mulgrave St. (St. Josephs Hosp) is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 km from the city centre.

Airports near Limerick

ORKCork

Airlines serving Limerick

Lufthansa
Good (4,612 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,454 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (830 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (776 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,449 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,772 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (152 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (21 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Limerick

From 5-star hotels such as the the Savoy Hotel to great affordable options like the Great National South Court Hotel, Limerick offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 275 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 265 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Limerick

Most booked hotels in Limerick

Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 199+
the Savoy Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 265+
The George Limerick Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 202+
Limerick City Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 162+
Travelodge Limerick Castletroy
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
S$ 131+

Hiring a car in Limerick

Expect to pay S$ 2.55 per litre in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 30.58 and S$ 40.77. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Limerick, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 2.55 per litre in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 30.58 and S$ 40.77. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Limerick, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.