KING JOHN'S CASTLE
Read moreKing John's Castle is one of the most impressive Anglo-Norman castles in Ireland. The exhibition centre presents the tormented history of the garrison and the inhabitants of the castle, from its construction in 1212 by King Jean. Paintings illustrate the evolution of the building from the th century to the present and tell the role of native Irish Celts, English, huguenots and palatins, at various periods of history. The exhibition includes a very astonishing series of six wooden sculptures, the real size of the people at the time, representing characters associated with the history of the castle. The front and rear facades of the exhibition centre have been adorned with immense armorial banners painted with medieval scenes and named King John. Archaeological remains, exposed in the basement, evoke Limerick's urban history at birth. A specially crafted film shows us the protagonists (played by actors) of the 1691 seats that result in the famous Limerick Treaty. King John, as the Lord of Ireland, was fighting his own currency. The royal slam hit the coins at the Castle's Coin Hotel. Today, visitors can obtain a replica of the original currency in memory of their visit. In the courtyard of the castle, where war machines and seat instruments are displayed, scroll away from costumed characters illustrating Limerick life in the th century.
HUNT MUSEUM
Museum housed in the Maison des Douanes, presenting a collection of objects ...Read more
ST MARY'S CATHEDRAL
Romanesque church founded in 1168, one of the first in Ireland, with a ...Read more
MILK MARKET
Read moreThis covered market, in service since 1852, located in the center, provides an opportunity to taste good local products: Cheeses, chutneys, meats…
OFFICE DE TOURISME
Read moreStaff always ready to help yourself, for visits for accommodation.
LIMERICK CITY MUSEUM
Read moreNext to St John's Castle, this small museum presents a collection of objects related to the history of the city and the region. There is a beautiful collection of silverware dating from the eighteenth century, lithographs representing the city and an interesting section dedicated to lace. Limerick had a famous lace school. This includes preparatory outlines of reasons and lace samples. Some archeological pieces are also visible, dating from the bronze age.
LIMERICK CITY GALLERY OF ART (LCGA)
Art gallery, with beautiful grounds, featuring a collection of paintings ...Read more
GEORGIAN HOUSES
Read moreAlignment of six Georgian houses built around 1830 by Pery Square Tontine, adjacent to the park, which is worth looking at as the most refined ensemble of the time in Ireland.
COOLWATER GARDEN
A picturesque half-acre garden with a superb water garden and a chimerical ...Read more