Tourist Attractions
Limerick and Clare have so much to offer a visitor and listed below are some of the visitor attractions and activities you can enjoy and the George Boutique Hotel is the perfect choice if you are looking for Hotels in Limerick.
Adare
The quaint village of Adare is situated in the rolling countryside of County Limerick. This small village is steeped in history and visits to the Desmond Castle, Franciscan Priory, Trinitarian Priory and the world renowned Augustinian Priory are a must for their architecture alone.
The village is also home to the world famous Adare Manor and Golf Resort where a number of high profile golfing tournaments have been held including the Irish Open and The JP McManus Pro Am. The picturesque grounds of the Manor Estate will make memories to last a lifetime.
Adare which is often referred to the prettiest village in Ireland is situated just 20 minutes drive from the George Boutique Hotel. More information can be obtained from Adare Heritage Centre: www.adareheritagecentre.ie
Cliffs Of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s top Visitor attractions and are a designated UNESCO Geo Park. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 kilometres over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O’Brien’s Tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs. From the Cliffs one can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as The Twelve Pins, the Maum Turk Mountains in Connemara and Loop Head to the South. The Cliffs of Moher take their name from a ruined promontory fort “Mothar” which was demolished during the Napoleonic wars to make room for a signal tower.
Admission per person
- Adult: €6.00
- Children under 16: Free
- Senior Citizen: €4.00
- Student: €4.00
- Disabled Visitor: €4.00
The admission charge includes entry to all public areas of the visitor centre building, all external areas of the visitor zone including the cliff pathways and platforms, unlimited vehicle parking and provision of first aid facilities and safety onsite. Admission to the Cliffs Exhibition – Atlantic Edge – is also included. The admission charge also contributes toward the visitor management and conservation provided at the Cliffs of Moher.
O’Brien’s Tower Ticket Prices
Ticket price includes access to the rooftop area that offers the best photo opportunity of the Cliffs and a souvenir historical information leaflet with a place name map of the Cliff area. The tower is capacity controlled and may be closed due to weather or private booking. Opening hours of the tower vary – please check on arrival for todays opening hours.
- Adult €2.00
- Child €1.00
Cliffs Exhibition only Ticket Prices
Visitors who have not purchased an Admission ticket may wish to visit the Cliffs Exhibition – Atlantic Edge. Exhibition only tickets are available to purchase inside the visitor centre on the ground floor.
- Adult: €3.95
- Student/Senior/Concession: €2.60
- Child(Under 16): Free
- Group (10+): €2.00
- Trade Rates apply
- Please phone or mail bookings@cliffsofmoher.ie for special package rates for primary, secondary & third level students
Frank McCourt Museum
When the young Frank Mc Court attended this Irish school, little did he know one day he would win the Pulizer Prize - the most prestigious international literary award. Neither was he to imagine that the very classroom in which he sat in Limerick, would go on to become the Frank McCourt Museum - attracting visitors from all around the world. This is a museum dedicated to the writer, Frank McCourt, most famous for, ‘Angela’s Ashes’, his memoir of his childhood in Limerick. This tudor-style, listed building, ‘Leamy’s School’, was where Frank and his brothers received their early education. Call to this great museum and experience the world of ‘Angela’s Ashes.’
Opening Hours
- Monday-Friday: 11:30am- 4pm
- Saturday: Closed (September to March)
- Sunday: Closed (September to March)
Combat Zone
Combat Zone is set in 25 acres of natural woodland, just outside Shanagolden, Co. Limerick. We are extremely proud of our venue with its specially designed Game Zones and professional, friendly service.
Whether you are looking to arrange a Stag or Birthday party, Corporate outing or just a group of friends, you can rely on us to create an exhilarating and memorable experience.
The George Boutique Hotel are delighted to offer the below package exclusive to its customers:
Commando Pack:
- 3 hours paintball with 200 paintballs each
- Full commando kit
- All for just €25 per person.
To book please call 087 930 5050 or visit www.combatzone.ie for more information.
King John’s Castle and the Treaty Stone
King Johns Castle is a perfect example of medieval grandeur. The castle dates as far back as the 13th century and is situated on the banks of the River Shannon and it offers magnificent views of the city. A magnificent find on the site are what remains of the medieval garrison and the soldier’s quarters which were discovered recently.
The Treaty Stone is the rock on which the Treaty of Limerick was said to be signed by William of Orange and put an end to the Siege of Limerick in 1691, in full view of the garrison in King John’s Castle located directly across the river from where the Stone is now on display.
King Johns Castle and the Treaty Stone are located in Limerick City centre. More information can be obtained from Shannon Heritage: www.shannonheritage.com
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Bunratty Castle is one of Europe’s finest. Here you are invited to explore two wonderful experiences – the acclaimed 15th century Bunratty Castle and 19th century Bunratty Folk Park. The Castle is the most complete and authentic medieval fortress in Ireland. Built in 1425 it was restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendour.
The folk park is a microcosm of Irish life in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Buildings range from the landlord’s house to the smallest peasant’s cottage, along with an assortment of village shops, a smithy, two watermills and an excellent collection of old farm implements. There are live demonstrations of bread-baking, weaving and pottery making.
www.shannonheritage.com/Attractions/BunrattyCastleFolkPark. If you are looking for Bunratty Castle Hotels, then the George Boutique Hotel offers great value htels deals.
Limerick Greyhound Stadium
Variety is the spice of life and we are all looking for something different. So for a great night out with a difference why not try a night at the dogs at Limerick Greyhound Stadium and you won’t be disappointed.
The new Limerick Greyhound Stadium is a state of the art facility, designed to ensure all our customers have a great night out. Limerick Greyhound Racing Hotels.
Whether you feel like a light meal and a few drinks in the bar or a 4 course meal in our superb restaurant, Limerick Greyhound Stadium caters for you. The venue offers 4 bars, a choice of carvery and fast food or a mouth watering meal in our restaurant, and two private suites.
http://www.igb.ie/Limerick/Great-Night-Out-III/The-Experience/
Limerick Racecourse
Celebrate the finer things in Life at Limerick Racecourse. Limerick races host 18 horse race meetings each year, a mixture of national hunt and flat meetings all year round. Fixtures are made up of weekend, bank holidays and evening fixtures, providing the racing enthusiast every opportunity to enjoy an outing at Greenmount Park. Limerick Racecourse Hotels.
General admission tickets can be purchased on the day at the races or in advance on this website or by calling 061-320000. Admission prices vary, prices range as follows:
Adult Admission €10 to €20
Senior/Student €10 to €15 with valid I.D.
Children under 16 FREE
Roller Jam
Everyone can enjoy this family friendly and fun-packed roller disco. So whether you´re an absolute beginner, pro skater, or maybe just looking for a different spin on a good family time, come down to our new custom built venue which has a supersized skating floor, state of the art sound & lighting system, cafe /lounge area and party rooms. There is something for everyone at RollerJam Roller Disco & Leisure.
RollerJam would like to offer George Boutique Hotel customers a discount rate for our rollerskating rink when they stay at The George Boutique Hotel. For anyone who might be looking for something fun and different to do, RollerJam offer a price of €10pp. For a family of 4 persons we can offer a rate of €35, that’s €5 less than the normal family saver rate.
Our usual rates are €12 for an adult and €10 for a child. This is a 2.5hr session which includes skate rental. Check out our website for more details.
We are currently open at the following times:
Wed: 7pm – 9.30pm
Thurs: 6pm – 10pm
Fri: 4.30pm – 7pm, 7.30-10pm
Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 3.30pm – 6pm, 7.30pm – 10pm
Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 3.30pm – 6pm
Fitness Classes and Private Hire is available. Please contact 061 422 500 for more details.
The Hunt Museum
The Hunt museum is nestled in the very heart of Limerick City and houses 2000 works of art and antiquities collected by the Hunt family. The collection includes works by Picasso, Renoir and Yeats.
The museum is a must visit location for all art lovers and antiques enthusiasts. The Hunt Museum is located in Limerick City centre. More information can be obtained from the Hunt Museum: www.huntmuseum.com. The George Boutique Hotel is a 4 star Hotel located in the heart of Limerick City and only a short walk from the Hunt Museum – the perfect choice for Hunt Museum Hotels.
The Flying Boat Museum
Situated in the port town of Foynes in County Limerick is the location of the first headquarters for aviation in Ireland. The terminal was in operation from 1937-1945 and the museum is located in the original terminal building today. There were a number of different flying boats which would land on the Shannon River in Foynes with mainly passengers and mail.
The Flying Boats were used to transport passengers across the Atlantic from American to Europe with Foynes being the nearest landing destination in Europe. Many rich, famous and powerful people passed through Foynes such as John F. Kennedy, Ernest Hemingway, Crown Price of Saudi Arabia, Grace Fields & Humphrey Bogart.
Today the museum has the only replica in the world of a Boeing 314; of which no original remain intact.
Foynes is located on the N69 40 minutes drive from the George Boutique Hotel. More information can be obtained at www.flyingboatmuseum.com
Foynes Irish Coffee Festival
Are calling for entrants for this prestigious competition that will take place over the June Bank Holiday Weekend in Foynes, Co Limerick where Irish Coffee was first invented by Chef Joe Sheridan in 1943.
Irish Coffee Heats will take place at Foynes Flying Boat Museum on Monday April 30th.
Anyone interested in entering please contact us NOW.
You can download the PDF Application From from here.
Contact Us:
If you have any queries, you can contact the Festival Office at;
Foynes Irish Coffee Fesitval, Festival Office, Aras Ide, Foynes, Co Limerick.
Tel: +353-69-65416
Fax: +353-69-65600
info@foynesfestival.com
Killaloe
Killaloe, on the Clare side of the river, is made up of charming narrow streets, flanked by old shops along the steep hill looking down over the 13th century cathedral. The town was home to Brian Boru, the High King who united Ireland against the Vikings, so this picture perfect town with its Victorian streets and old canal banks was once capital of all Ireland.
www.discoverkillaloe.com
European City of Sport in 2011
As the European City of Sport in 2011 Limerick has a vibrant and long standing tradition of being Ireland’s greatest sporting city. Limerick has a wide range of Sporting Events and Event Locations:
* Munster Rugby at Thomond Park
* Gaelic Games in Páirc Na Gael
* Grey Hound Racing at Limerick newly built Greyhound Stadium
* Horse Racing at Limerick Racecourse
* World Championship Boxing Title Fights at the University Sports Arena
* University Arena Olympic Swimming Pool
* Limerick FC at Jackmann Park
Munster Rugby
Limerick is the home to Munster Rugby the newly redeveloped grounds, 24,000 capacity, Thomond Park Stadium. What has often been described as the Parish of Munster, the Provence have achieved the highest accolades in Club Rugby which includes two Heineken Cup (European Cup) titles and they have overcome the near impossible and defeated the might of the New Zealand All Blacks.
With the George Boutique Hotels close proximity to Thomond Park we are in a perfect location to accommodate fans travelling from near and far. Thomond Park Hotels.
Limerick Greyhound Stadium
The Irish Greyhound Board relocated the Greyhound stadium to a new site, just off the dock road and it a magnificent structure on the skyline of Limerick.
The new stadium promises a great atmosphere, great entertainment and of course great racing. The newly built greyhound stadium is only a stone’s throw away from us here at the George Boutique Hotel. More information on race nights can be found at www.igb.ie
University Sports Arena
This state of the art facility allows Limerick to come to the forefront of sport training in Ireland. There is Irelands first Olympic sized (50m) National Swimming Pool, state of the art National Strength & Conditioning Centre and the Sports Performance Services all allow the countries best sports people to achieve world class standards.
The University Arena also plays host to a number of major boxing events each year, with Limericks own Andy Lee fighting in a number of bouts.
The facility has also been used by the Irish Rugby Team, the Munster Rugby Team and was used to host the 2010 Special Olympics Ireland Games.
The University Arena is situated 15 minutes drive from the George Boutique Hotel. More information can be obtained at www.universityarena.com