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Shannon

Ireland
Wild Atlantic gateway to the Cliffs of Moher
From UK
1h 25min
Airport โ†’ City
24 km / 25 min
Day Budget
GBP 65-100
1h 25min
Flight Time
From London
24 km
Airport Distance
~25 min to Limerick
EUR
Currency
Euro
19 C
Summer
Mild Atlantic weather
GBP 65-100
Day Budget
Mid-range traveller
May-Sep
Best Time
Best for coast and cliffs
Type G
Power Plugs
230V ยท Same as UK (3-pin)

What to see & do

Limerick City
Medieval streets and riverside
King John's Castle
Norman fortress on the Shannon
Cliffs of Moher
Dramatic Atlantic sea cliffs
Bunratty Castle
Medieval banquets and folk park
Burren National Park
Unique limestone landscape

From airport to city

SNN
Shannon Airport
Gateway to the city
Shannon Airport serves Ireland's west coast, with bus links to Limerick and car hire for the region.
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Bus
Express to Limerick city centre
30 min
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Taxi
Approx. EUR 35-40 to Limerick
25 min
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Car hire
Essential for Cliffs of Moher and the Burren
5 min

Where to eat

The Mustard Seed
Fine Dining
Acclaimed

Seasonal Irish cooking in a converted ballrooms at Echo Lodge.

The Cornstore
Steakhouse
Limerick

Excellent steaks and seafood in Limerick's Georgian quarter.

Bunratty Castle Banquet
Experience
Medieval

Medieval feast with entertainment at the famous castle.

The Curragower Bar
Pub
Riverside

Waterside pub with seafood and views of King John's Castle.

Cafe LuLu
Cafe
Brunch

Popular brunch spot in Limerick's city centre.

The Old Bakehouse
Bakery
Local

Artisan bread and pastries in the heart of Limerick.

Experiences

Cliffs of Moher
Day Trip
GBP 8
Half day

Ireland's most dramatic sea cliffs, an hour's drive from Shannon.

King John's Castle
Historic
GBP 10
1-2 hrs

Interactive Norman castle on the banks of the Shannon in Limerick.

Bunratty Castle
Historic
GBP 12
2-3 hrs

Medieval castle and folk park just minutes from the airport.

Burren Walk
Nature
Free
Half day

Explore the unique limestone karst landscape and wildflowers.

Limerick City Walk
Neighbourhood
Free
2 hrs

Stroll the Georgian streets, riverside paths and Milk Market.

Loop Head Drive
Scenic
Car hire
Full day

Drive the wild Atlantic peninsula for lighthouses and empty beaches.

Accommodation

Premium GBP 300+/night
Dromoland Castle

Five-star castle hotel with grounds, golf and fine dining near Shannon.

Castle
Golf
Estate
Mid-Range GBP 100-160/night
The Savoy Hotel

Art deco hotel in the heart of Limerick city centre.

Central
Spa
Limerick
Budget GBP 70-110/night
Park Inn by Radisson

Convenient airport hotel ideal for early flights and west coast touring.

Airport
Modern
Parking

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