Limerick - King John's Castle
To the right of Thomond Bridge in Limerick, rising imposingly above the Shannon, stands King John's Castle (13th C.; National Monument), a pentagonal fortress with a main block, three round corner towers, a bastion and a two-story gatehouse (disfigured by 18th C. additions). It has recently been thoroughly restored. Parts of the complex now serve as exhibition rooms. The history of Ireland and of the town of Limerick are brought to life by means of reconstructed scenes. In addition there is a video display, information about the excavation of Viking houses, defensive works and siege tunnels (opening times given). Northeast of the castle, in Town Walls Playground, can be seen remains of the old town walls.
Hobbies & Activities category: Archeological exhibit, museum; Castle, chateau, palace; Town walls, fortifications, gates; Architecture - Medieval
| April 1 to October 31 | ||||||||
| Open | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | |
| Closed | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | |
| November 1 to March 31 | ||||||||
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | |
| Closed | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | |
| Always closed on: | ||||||||
| Good Friday - Christian Christmas - Christian (December 25) Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24) | ||||||||
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