Limerick At Your Leisure

OVERVIEW

Spend hours of free time exploring the attractions in Limerick that sound most appealing to you. The Vikings founded Limerick in the 10th century and the city exudes history through architectural icons such as King John’s Castle, which has loomed over the River Shannon since the 1200s. St. Mary’s Cathedral is even older as it dates to 1168. Limerick is also a mecca for culture, especially through venues such as the Limerick Museum. It holds a collection of artifacts specific to the area, including Stone Age axes, medieval coins and a fragment of the largest meteorite to ever fall in Ireland. If shopping is of interest, be sure to browse the stores along pedestrianized roads such as Bedford Row and Cruises Street. The options for dining are just as plentiful, whether you want pub food or a local favorite such as Limerick ham, which is traditionally smoked over juniper branches, boiled in cider and baked.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore Limerick on your own and focus on the attractions that sound most interesting.
• See historical landmarks such as King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral, if you wish.
• Browse cultural venues such as the Limerick Museum for a look at local artifacts.
• Head for the city center if you want to spend your time shopping and dining.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.