Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Limerick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Limerick

With a population of 90,054, Limerick is the largest city in Limerick, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Limerick to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Limerick

If you’re looking for affordable options, ACES Limerick (Unit 7B Castletroy Park Retail Park) and Cornstore - Limerick (19 Thomas Street) are great picks.

When to visit Limerick

Limerick in January
Estimated hotel price
€109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Limerick in January
Estimated hotel price
€109
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Limerick

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Limerick departs from Dublin and takes around 4h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 175 km from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Limerick. The most popular bus station is Limerick Childers Road Retail, Stop 607571, located 1.9 km from the city centre of Limerick. Limerick Mulgrave St. (St. Josephs Hosp) is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Limerick departs from Dublin and takes around 4h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 175 km from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Limerick. The most popular bus station is Limerick Childers Road Retail, Stop 607571, located 1.9 km from the city centre of Limerick. Limerick Mulgrave St. (St. Josephs Hosp) is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 km from the city centre.

Airports near Limerick

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
ORKCork

Airlines serving Limerick

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (164 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (34 reviews)
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Where to stay in Limerick

From 5-star hotels such as the the Savoy Hotel to great affordable options like the Great National South Court Hotel, Limerick offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €190 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €194 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Limerick

Most booked hotels in Limerick

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Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€139+
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Shannon Springs Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€155+
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Limerick Strand Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€161+
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Radisson Blu Hotel And Spa, Limerick
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€156+
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Treacys Oakwood Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€168+
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George Limerick Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€137+
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Hiring a car in Limerick

Hiring a car in Limerick costs €43 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Shannon.

Expect to pay €1.66 per litre in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €19.91 and €26.55. The most frequently booked car type in Limerick is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Limerick costs €43 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Shannon.

Expect to pay €1.66 per litre in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €19.91 and €26.55. The most frequently booked car type in Limerick is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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