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"A tiny outdoor market in gorgeous village Adare, this farmer’s market is growing fast, having started out as a direct link to customers for business-leaning local farmers. New additions include stalls selling clothing, gardening equipment and plants, jewellers, bakers and some great furniture upcycling. It’s the kind of place you can explore thoroughly in less than half an hour, but surrounded by thatched roofs, ancient structures and a fairy fort, you won’t regret dropping in."

"The Milk Market has been a part of Limerick life since 1852. Your little ones will be fascinated by the collection of stalls, selling everything from homemade jam and knitted clothes to colourful flowers. You can easily spend a few hours here browsing the stalls and aisles, examining what the market has to offer and if the kids get tired you can stop for a bite at one of the many creative food stalls."

"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"

"Abbey River Coffee is located just over the Shannon, on Bridge Street on the perimeter of the historical Potato Market. This small shop specializes in coffee and is a favourite for locals in Limerick. The shop location offers a stunning view of the Shannon River as well as a great place to meet people with its cosy, sheltered seating area, perfect for the rainy months ahead."

"Located in the Glucksman Library Building, the Plaza Café is a great venue if you want a break from study to enjoy a coffee and snack. Hot food and sandwiches are available throughout the day."

"Bakehouse 22 is located in the heart of the Old Limerick Quarter, 22 St Nicholas Street, surrounded by some of Limerick’s breath-taking urban art murals. Well worth the stroll over the Shannon, Bakehouse 22 offers great coffee and a friendly service. Unfortunately, the seated café area is closed due to restrictions, however they continue to serve their customers with a smile."

"Within a 170-hectare forest 800m south of the centre, this stunning 'lost' garden was the private domain of the wealthy Vandeleur family – merchants and landowners who engaged in harsh evictions and forced emigration of local people in the 19th century. There's a simple cafe and a garden centre. Woodland trails wind around the surrounding forest, which has a colourful array of plants including magnolias, acacias, acers, oaks, monkey puzzle trees, bamboo, ferns, banana trees, hydrangeas and a beech maze."

"Lunch is served Monday to Friday, with a late bar 5 nights a week. Musical offerings includes traditional Irish music on Sunday, and enjoy live music on Wednesday and Thursday at "The Outback", a beer garden surrounded by a canopy."

"At Bambu on O’Connell Street, the theme and stunning tastes of Eastern fusion cuisine is still apparent, but this time it’s a menu that offers both Thai and Indian dishes. Ideal for those times when one of you wants a Chicken Tikka while someone else is hankering after Tom Yum soup or duck with plum sauce!. As well as traditional choices, you’ll find regional specialties like the Murgh Jaipuri, an unusual but delicious dish of barbecue chicken served with mushrooms and tomatoes."

"Located just upstairs from the well renowned Texas Steak Out, it’s easy to find. For just €10 at lunch time you can get a starter, main course and drink which is great value for such good quality food!. It’s a perfect spot for a pit stop during a day of shopping in the city or as a place to start off a dinner and drinks date night."

"28 O'Connell Street, Limerick V94 FH02 IrelandIndian, Asian, ThaiDinner, DrinksTakeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Delivery, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Non-smoking restaurants[email protected]+353 61 217 661http://www.bambu.ie"

"North of the Square, Ennis Friary was founded by Donnchadh Cairbreach O'Brien, a king of Thomond, between 1240 and 1249. A mix of structures dating between the 13th and 19th centuries, the friary has a graceful five-section window dating from the late 13th century, a McMahon tomb (1460) with alabaster panels depicting scenes from the Passion, and a particularly fine Ecce Homo panel portraying a stripped and bound Christ."

"Just 20 kilometres south of Limerick you’ll find Lough Gur, doused in 6,000 years of history. It’s the only area in the entire country that you can see evidence of every era since Neolithic times, so history buffs won’t want to miss this. Address: Lough Gur, Bruff, County Limerick"

"A glance at the Ireland of old is on offer at this riverside, long-ruined castle. Adare Desmond is essentially a shell of the old structure, but there’s enough left to justify tours, and the buildings and their surrounds make for a fantastic slightly off-the-beaten-track exploration. There’s a sacred fairy ring just around the corner, and very little development visible from the sight, giving this a real sense of the Ireland of its 13th century construction."

"Just outside the town of Adare (which we recommend in its own right, see below) Adare Desmond Castle is a 13th-century riverside fortress, now in ruins, sat right next to an ancient ring fort. Regular tours during the summer give an insight into the spot’s revolutionary history while an exhibition gives a sense of life at the castle through the Middle Ages."