What to do in Shannon

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Limerick which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Shannon Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Shannon has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Shannon, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Shannon with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Shannon

Shannon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Shannon, and make it a breeze to explore Shannon and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Shannon to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Shannon, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Shannon.

Shannon attractions

Shannon has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Shannon to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Shannon.

Looking for things to do in Shannon can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Shannon or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Shannon attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Hunt Museum showing art, heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Limerick City Centre

4/5(49 area reviews)

Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and O'Connell Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.

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Dromoland

Dromoland might not have many top sights, but Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club and Knappogue Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Newtown

5/5(3 area reviews)

Though Newtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aillwee Cave and Poulnabrone Dolmen.

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Ballyvaughan

While there might not be top attractions in Ballyvaughan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lough Derg Yacht Club and Lough Derg.

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Cooga Upper

If you're spending some time in Cooga Upper, Limerick One Shopping Park and People's Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Kilmoylan Lower

While visiting Kilmoylan Lower, you might make a stop by sights like People's Park and Arthur's Quay Park.

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Day trip destinations from Shannon