Kilrush Travel Guide
Limerick
Popular places to visit
Thomond Park
Home of Munster Rugby Football Club, Thomond Park is renowned all over the world for its sporting history and incredible match-day atmosphere.
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
At over 800 years old, St. Mary’s Cathedral is one of the oldest cathedrals in Ireland still used as a place of worship. This ancient building in Limerick is a stalwart of Irish heritage and is visibly pockmarked by the trials it has endured. Situated on King’s Island in the middle of the Shannon River in Limerick, St. Mary’s Cathedral overlooks a landscape that must have changed beyond recognition since it was founded here in 1168 AD.
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.
People's Park
Explore the great outdoors at People's Park, a lovely green space in Limerick. 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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Aviation Discovery Experience at Shannon Aviation Museum
2 Day's Private Tour from Dublin to West of Ireland
Top hotels in Kilrush
The George Limerick Hotel
Hotel is clean, restaurant is decent and location was good. We had a front facing room and the bar noise across the street was a bit loud. Overall was happy with the stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Limerick Strand Hotel
All ok
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Excellent dinner and breakfast. Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Went above and beyond to help us out. The hotel's location was close to everything you need to see in Limerick
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Dromoland Castle
Everything was perfect staff, room, service comfort location but food was only ok
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Savoy Hotel
Great service and wonderful staff. Gym was a bit old and rusty and the beds were way too firm.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Limerick City Hotel
Shops and parking clos
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kilrush
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.
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.
Knock
While there might not be top attractions in Knock, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park.
Newton Perry
While visiting Newton Perry, you might make a stop by sights like O'Connell Street and Limerick City Gallery of Art.
Limerick City Centre
Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and Milk Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.
