Location: Limerick
Top Things to do in Limerick
Things to do in Limerick, Province of Munster: The Best History Museums
There once was an Irish city… You might think "naughty poem" when you hear the word Limerick, but in truth the city inspires so much more than just knowing giggles. Medieval castles and churches give the city a grand feel, while the pubs crawl with lively locals and students who are all craving just one more pint of Guinness. The Hunt Museum boasts a collection of pieces from history's most important and influential artists, while the Foynes Flying Boat Museum will marvel visitors of all ages with its whimsical flying machines.
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1. Hunt Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 687 reviews
The Hunt Museum preserves and exhibits the original artefacts gathered, over a life time, by John and Gertrude Hunt and known as the Hunt Collection. The Museum also displays its own collections, as well as visiting exhibitions of Local, National and International significance with the overall aim of maximising their cultural and educational potential for the people of Limerick and Ireland. During a visit to The Hunt Museum you can choose to explore the collection by yourself or take one of our regular guided tours. For group bookings, please contact to ensure that a guided tour can be organized. Subject to availability.
Reviewed By tingasiki - Windhoek, Namibia
We only had very little time to spend in Limerick and I am so glad we found this gem of a museum close to the hotel we stayed (the Absolute). The collection is marvellous and fascinating, and the building itself is worth a visit. There is a nice gift shop with a range of interesting books and a very nice coffee shops with wonderful cakes! Don't miss it!!
2. Limerick Museum
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
Limerick Museum is now based in the Franciscan Friary, Henry Street. The Limerick Museum first opened its doors in 1916 at the Carnegie Building in Pery Square and relocated four times before finding its permanent home in Henry Street. The Limerick Museum holds in storage the largest local authority collection in the country. The display in Henry Street shows only a fraction of this collection to highlight the history of Limerick City and County for thousands of years. The museum is fully accessible to all and is free.
Reviewed By annier275
The Limerick Leader archive photos from the 1970s provided a great insight into life in Limerick at that time.
3. Kilmallock Museum
4. The People's Museum of Limerick
We are a new museum at No. 2 Pery Square. The People's Museum of Limerick aims to reflect the diverse lives of the people, buildings, and streets of the city. We showcase the eclectic and fascinating collection of items in the care of Limerick Civic Trust, as well as artefacts that are visiting us from elsewhere.
5. Stonehall Heritage Centre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
6. Irish Palatine Heritage Centre
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
