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, House Limerick (House Limerick Howley's Quay) and Cornstore, Limerick (19 Thomas Street) are great picks.

When to visit Limerick

Limerick in January
Estimated hotel price
£84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Limerick in January
Estimated hotel price
£84
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 flight to Limerick from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 1h 10m.

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 Budget, 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 flight to Limerick from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 1h 10m.

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 Budget, 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

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Airlines serving Limerick

Lufthansa
Good (4,692 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,574 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,959 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,929 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,595 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,414 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,789 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (159 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (23 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 £162 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £169 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Limerick

Most booked hotels in Limerick

Carrygerry Country House
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£88+
Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£136+
Shannon Springs Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£149+
Dunraven Arms Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£187+
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£149+
the Savoy Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£169+

Hiring a car in Limerick

Hiring a car in Limerick costs £37 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Shannon.

Expect to pay £1.56 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 £18.72 and £24.96. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Limerick, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Limerick costs £37 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Shannon.

Expect to pay £1.56 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 £18.72 and £24.96. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Limerick, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.