King Johns Castle
Category: Families, Rainy Day, Culture, Sightseeing
Type: Castles, Historic Homes & Sites, Visitor Centres, General Attractions
King's Island, Nicholas Street
Limerick
Co Limerick
Limerick
Co Limerick
Tel: +353 61 360 788
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Explore 800 years of history brought to life in the imaginative historical exhibition
King Johns Castle
Georgina Campbell
King John's Castle is a 13th century Castle on 'King's Island' in the heart of medieval Limerick City. The Castle overlooks the majestic River Shannon offering wonderful views of Limerick City.
Explore 800 years of history brought to life in the imaginative historical exhibition, excavated pre-Norman houses, fortifications, siege mines, and the battlement walks.
Explore 800 years of history brought to life in the imaginative historical exhibition, excavated pre-Norman houses, fortifications, siege mines, and the battlement walks.
Opening Time:
Open year round except 24-26 Dec. Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 10am-4.30pm; Mar, April & Oct 10am-5pm; May-Sept 9.30am-5.30pm
Admission Charge:
Adult €9; Child €5.25; Family (2 adults & 2 children) €20.60; Family (2 adults & 6 children) €23
Directions
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