King John's Castle

James Payne

in the last week

What a great castle to visit that is so different than all of the traditional Irish tower castles we visited. We enjoyed the interactive displays and then touring the large walls, towers and courtyard that overlooks the intersection of three rivers. It was easy to imagine this strategic castle when it was in full use. A nice gift shop with food available. There are nice restaurants a few blocks walk from the Castle. We went to The Lock restaurant which we would highly recommend for great seafood food, music, Irish dance and atmosphere.

Wes T

2 weeks ago

This castle is a fabulous experience for all ages and all interest levels of history. From activities for the young—build an arch with foam blocks—to entertainment and interpretation for adults, each person in your group should find something here to enjoy. The views from the top of the tower are amazing and the rich history, which you can glean from various formats of presentation, including written up artifacts, artifacts to touch, Video presentations, filmed characteristic monologues, and displays of rooms as they could have been, will enrich your experience and understanding of the past. Although you’ll pay a sum to get in, E13 for adults, it’s well worth the entrance fee. Highly recommend. The archaeological dig produced finds from several eras which are well displayed and explained.

Alexandra Buckley

in the last week

Super impressed with the quality of this museum! Completely a fit for all ages with well-written displays & videos plus interactive stuff for kids. We stopped for lunch in Limerick on our way to Cork from Galway and this was a short walk...very glad we didn’t pass this up!

Nova Fisher

a week ago

This place was sooooo much bigger than we thought it would be. We only allotted two hours for the castle but wound up staying way more than that. It was fun having a bit of an interactive element in the museum, even period clothes you could put on. Then being able to wanted the castle how we wanted was so much fun. Definitely something I would suggest if you are in the area.

Courtney Casey

a month ago

I found the history of the castle and Limerick to be extensive and very interesting. There's visual guides and cool interactive things for adults and children. Some dress ups and such things inside and outside you can sword fight and learn the old games they used to play. The views on top of the castle was grand and I recommend someone stay below to take a photo of you from above. Overall I recommend visiting king John's castle, was well worth the money you pay for the tour.