Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Limerick

"After going through a multimillion-euro upgrade, King John’s Castle is now one of the most modern castles in Ireland. With newly added interactive exhibitions, touch screen and CGI displays and a great new visitor centre, learning the history of a place has never been cooler. If you are travelling with your kids, the castle has projections that tell your kids more about the Norman Castles in the 13th century while you can listen to the in-depth archaeological facts about the place."

"An obdurate and brooding Norman mass over the River Shannon, Limerick's showpiece castle, with its vast curtain walls and towers, was built on the orders of King John of England between 1200 and 1212. The massive twin gate towers still stand to their full height. A multimedia experience that provides an excellent potted history of Ireland in general, and Limerick in particular, is followed by exposed archaeology in the undercroft and a tour of the courtyard and fortifications."

"Walking Distance From Hotel Take a fresh look at King John’s Castle and experience Limerick’s history as you have never done before… Located just a 5 minute walk from the hotel"

"The Hunt Museum was established to house an internationally important collection of approximately 2,000 works of art and antiquities formed by John and Gertrude Hunt during their lifetimes. As antique dealers and advisors to collectors they built a thriving business and also began to acquire pieces that reflected their own interests and curiosity rather than for commercial purposes. During the latter stages of John's life, they became increasingly aware of the scale of their collection and wished that it would remain intact."

"Although named for its benefactors, this museum, opened in 1997, is also a treasure hunt. Visitors are encouraged to open drawers and otherwise poke around the finest collection of Bronze Age, Iron Age, medieval and modern art treasures outside Dublin. Highlights include a Syracusan coin claimed to have been one of the 30 pieces of silver paid to Judas for his betrayal of Christ, a Renoir study, a Gauguin painting, a Giacometti drawing and works by Picasso and Jack B Yeats."

"Limerick's excellent gallery adjoins the peaceful People's Park in the heart of Georgian Limerick. Among its permanent collection of paintings from the last 300 years are works by Sean Keating and Jack B Yeats. Temporary exhibitions of conceptual and thought-provoking contemporary art fill the other well-lit galleries. The gallery is the home of eva International, Ireland's contemporary art biennial held across the city in even-numbered years. Check the website for dates."

"The Limerick City Gallery of Art is one of Ireland's leading contemporary art galleries, and beckons art lovers with its excellent selection of paintings from the past 300 years. Admire works by famous Irish painters such as Séan Keating or Jack B. Yeats, whose paintings from a fairground scene are exhibited here. International artists are also shown in the gallery."

"A decent-sized, contemporary gallery that’s free to enter, Limerick City Gallery of Art hosts a series of exhibitions spotlighting a mix of local and international talent. The permanent collection leans more heavily towards Irish talent. It’s a great spot to see the Michael O’Connor poster collection or the work of artist Jack B Yeats, brother of the poet WB Yeats."

"Anyone planning a visit to Limerick should first sit down and read the Pulitzer-Prize winning autobiography Angela’s Ashes by the late New York-based Limerick author Frank McCourt. McCourt was part of a large Limerick family living in Brooklyn during the 1930’s. Frank was aged five when his family moved back to Limerick."

"Wildlife parks are a great day out for families and luckily we have one right here in Limerick!. Allow your kids to learn about colourful parrots and fall in love with cheeky alpacas. As well as these the park hosts both wild and domestic animals, including Ostriches, Emus, Rheas, Wallaby’s, Meerkats, Birds of Prey and tortoises."

"Go southwest of Limerick on the N69 and after a brief drive you’ll come to an idyllic former noble estate, now a 313-hectare public park. On a smooth ridge beside a man-made lake is the shell of Curraghchase House, going back to the mid-17th century and gutted by fire in 1941. The highly-regarded poet and critic Aubrey Thomas de Vere was born here, while his close friend Alfred, Lord Tennyson would often visit and wrote his work Lady Clara de Vere in homage."

"Curraghchase Forest Park is a fantastic amenity for all the family to enjoy. The Park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, parkland and lakes which together provide a rich habitat for a diverse range of animals and plants. There are a number of looped waymarked trails in the park to suit all visitors."

"Curraghchase Forest Park is a fantastic amenity for all the family to enjoy. The Park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, park land and lakes which together provide a rich habitat"

"The top-rated hotel in Limerick in terms of user-reviews, according to Booking.com, is The Absolute Limerick. With bird’s eye views over the Abbey River, this four-star hotel offers a stunning waterside setting and elegant rooms in equal measure. It is in walking distance to major Limerick sights, and has been ranked time and again as a top stay in the city."

"Overlooking the Abbey River in Limerick’s Medieval Quarter, this luxurious Absolute Hotel boasts chic, stylish rooms with 49-inch plasma TVs. Spacious rain showers are provided in each modern bathroom. Beautifully furnished with modern décor, all rooms at the Absolute Hotel Limerick offer satellite channels."

"Wildlife parks are a great day out for families and luckily we have one right here in Limerick!. Allow your kids to learn about colourful parrots and fall in love with cheeky alpacas. As well as these the park hosts both wild and domestic animals, including Ostriches, Emus, Rheas, Wallaby’s, Meerkats, Birds of Prey and tortoises."

"2 Lower Glentworth Street, Limerick, IrelandTakeout, Parking Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free WifiIrish, Bar, European, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, DrinksHK$47 - HK$141+353 61 411 380"

"The Glen Tavern serves traditional Irish food and drink in a traditional Irish pub setting. You are guaranteed a warm welcome without all the frills and fuss for a relaxed, comfortable Sunday lunch experience. Samples of starters include homemade soup, seafood chowder, and mixed leaf salad."

"Run by the Callanan family for generations, this tavern's menu features specials like The Glen Ploughman’s Lunch and Traditional Irish Stew. Watch sport events like rugby and soccer, enjoy weekly live music by local artists, and make good use of the pool table."

"Sean Collins & Sons Bar Adare, situated at the top of the main street is a very comfortable and welcoming old style pub. The Bar and Restaurant has established a great reputation for quality, locally sourced, Irish food. The menu comprises of steaks from Costello’s local butcher,  fresh cod and chips, pasta, pizza, homemade burgers and more."