Beyond the city streets, County Limerick opens up a world of rich heritage, timeless traditions and unforgettable cultural experiences. From ancient sites to living history, every stop has a fascinating story to tell.
Step back into the golden age of aviation at the Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum, where tales of transatlantic travel and the invention of Irish Coffee came to life. Wander through the lovingly curated Old Irish Ways Museum in Bruff, a time capsule of rural Ireland packed with charm and nostalgia.
Stand in awe at the mystical beauty of Lough Gur, where ancient legends and archaeological wonders surround a tranquil lake. Explore the grandeur of Desmond Castle in Newcastle West and find peace and reflection among the spiritual serenity of Glenstal Abbey.
Take your time and explore all the culture and heritage woven into the landscape of County Limerick.
Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum
Discover Foynes Flying Boat and Maritime Museum at the original terminal building in Foynes, County Limerick. It recalls the nostalgic era of 1939 to 1945, when Foynes was the centre of the aviation world. The museum is located along the banks of the beautiful Shannon Estuary - Foynes village is the home of Irish Coffee. | Discover more.
Lough Gur
Find out more about this mystical and enchanting place of stone circles, megalithic tombs, crannogs, ring forts and castles. The stunning views and walks around the lakeshore are impressive enough but you’ll also find ancient burial mounds, megalithic tombs, forts and standing stones scattered around this mysterious landscape. The magical fairy trail and superb Solstice Playground at Lough Gur are sure to enthral the younger folks! | Discover more.
Old Irish Ways
Old Irish Ways is a collection of various artifacts and collectibles which were used as part of everyday life down through the years in an Ireland long past. From the kitchen to the farmyard the collection built up over a number of years represents an Ireland of bygone days | Discover more.
Thomas Fitzgerald Centre
The story connecting the rural town of Bruff, County Limerick, and the 35th President of the United States of America began in 1852. It was then, following the great famine, that a young emigrant named Thomas Fitzgerald left his native home in Bruff, and made his way to America in search of a better life | Discover more.
Glenstal Abbey
Glenstal Abbey was built in the 1830s for the Barrington family. It was designed as a castle in 12th century style. It has a great gate and a massive drum tower that resembles the one at Windsor Castle | Discover more.
Adare
Located just 18 kilometres south-west of Limerick city, the charming Adare village is widely renowned as one of the most beautiful in Ireland. Picture postcard thatched cottages line its broad main street, housing craft shops and restaurants, while medieval buildings and outstanding ancient and archaeological ruins are particular highlights of the village | Discover more.
The Medieval Village of Askeaton
The medieval village of Askeaton was once a stronghold of the Munster Geraldines, the Anglo-Norman Earls of Desmond. Today, the impressive ruins of Askeaton's Desmond Castle, in the centre of the town on a rocky island on the River Deel, dominates the town | Discover more.
Knights of Glin Experience
The Knights of Glin Experience is an interactive and engaging experience telling the unique story of the Fitzgerald family, the Knights of Glin, from the mid 1200’s to the present day | Discover more.
Irish Palatine Centre
The Irish Palatine Heritage Centre is located in Rathkeale in Co. Limerick, Ireland and houses an exhibition that seeks to re-present in detail the Irish Palatine experience ranging from their German places of origin, to their colonisation and settlement in Ireland, and their subsequent scattering all over the English speaking world | Discover more.
Desmond Castle and Banqueting Hall
12th Century castle built by the Fitzgerald family, better known as “The Earls of Desmond”. The castle was occupied until the 1930’s and withstood numerous sieges and battles. The Desmond banqueting hall is an imposing two-storey structure and was used by the Earls of Desmond for banqueting and entertainment | Discover more.
