Coolraine
Limerick
Popular places to visit
Thomond Park
Home of Munster Rugby Football Club, Thomond Park is renowned all over the world for its sporting history and incredible match-day atmosphere.
King John's Castle
The exciting tales of battle and siege come to life within this beautifully preserved Norman castle in the heart of historic Limerick.
People's Park
Explore the great outdoors at People's Park, a lovely green space in Limerick. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
St. Mary's Cathedral
At over 800 years old, St. Mary’s Cathedral is one of the oldest cathedrals in Ireland still used as a place of worship. This ancient building in Limerick is a stalwart of Irish heritage and is visibly pockmarked by the trials it has endured. Situated on King’s Island in the middle of the Shannon River in Limerick, St. Mary’s Cathedral overlooks a landscape that must have changed beyond recognition since it was founded here in 1168 AD.
Hunt Museum
Explore the exhibition halls of this grand Georgian museum and find a vast collection of historic artifacts and exquisite pieces of art.
Limerick City Gallery of Art
You can study the exhibits at Limerick City Gallery of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Limerick. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Skip the Line: Hunt Museum Ticket
Full Day Private Tour to The Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle
Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Day Tour
Kylemore Abbey from Dromoland Castle Private Tour
Top hotels in Coolraine
Woodfield House Hotel
Room was clean, staff was friendly, bathroom was well appointed. Our only difficulty was that the bed was extremely hard and uncomfortable. Not a great way to start a very long travel day out of Shannon.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Limerick Strand Hotel
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Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
The George Limerick Hotel
Great room with a deep tub! Convenient to everything!
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
Easy walk to the airport, lovely staff, clean, large and well appointed rooms.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Very clean hotel with lovely staff.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Dromoland Castle
The grounds and the Castle are beautiful. Strongly suggest staying a minimum of 2 full days to get the full experience. Breakfast and Dinners were amazing. Casual bar area with live music in a room fit for a King.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Coolraine
Kilrush
While Kilrush isn't home to many top sights, Gaelic Grounds and Thomond Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Knock
Knock might not have many top sights, but Gaelic Grounds and LIT Millennium Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mount Kennet
While Mount Kennet might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like O'Connell Street and Arthur's Quay Park.
Courtbrack
While there might not be top attractions in Courtbrack, you can explore the larger area and discover places like People's Park and O'Connell Street.
Limerick City Centre
A noteworthy feature of Limerick City Centre is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Arthur's Quay Park and O'Connell Street.
King's Island
If you're spending some time in King's Island, King John's Castle and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
