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Limerick is a fun-filled city known for its castle, old town, and outdoor activities. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation.

How much does it cost to travel to Limerick?

You should plan to spend around $145 (€133) per day on your vacation in Limerick. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $65 (€60) on meals
  • $44 (€40) on local transportation
  • $106 (€97) on hotels

A one week trip to Limerick for two people costs, on average, $2,029 (€1,862). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $145
    €133
  • One Week Per person
    $1,015
    €931
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,029
    €1,862
  • One Month Per person
    $4,348
    €3,990
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,029
    €1,862
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $4,058
    €3,724
  • One Month For a couple
    $8,696
    €7,980
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Limerick cost?

A one week trip to Limerick usually costs around $1,015 (€931) for one person and $2,029 (€1,862) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Limerick on average costs around $2,029 (€1,862) for one person and $4,058 (€3,724) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Limerick will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Limerick on average costs around $4,348 (€3,990) for one person and $8,696 (€7,980) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Is Limerick expensive to visit?

Limerick is a small yet inviting city that captivates travelers with a mix of travel preferences, spending habits, and budgetary ranges. Affordable hotel choices are available, but luxury hotels also cater to the more affluent clientele, along with mid-range accommodations that are perfect for families and couples.

You can find Limerick to be very expensive if you're not careful, but methods like eating at less expensive restaurants and taking public transit can help you save money.

On average, budget travelers spend $63 (€58) per day, mid-range travelers spend $145 (€133) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $276 (€254) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Limerick.

Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Limerick is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Saint-Etienne or Arachova.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Limerick Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Limerick?

The average Limerick trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Limerick travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Limerick cost?

Limerick on a Budget
Category Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy 		$23
(€21) 		$53
(€49) 		$101
(€93)
Local Transportation 1 $19
(€18) 		$44
(€40) 		$83
(€76)
Food 2 $29
(€26) 		$65
(€60) 		$125
(€114)
Entertainment 1 $8
(€7.63) 		$19
(€17) 		$36
(€33)
Alcohol 2 $3-9
(€3-8) 		$7-20
(€6-18) 		$12-37
(€11-34)

Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget

To manage your travel budget, it's important to set realistic expectations. Many people think they can visit Limerick on a cheap budget, but most don't enjoy the limitations of a tight shoestring budget. Consider how you like to travel. Do you enjoy hostels, resorts, hotels, or vacation rentals? Do you want to dine out and explore the major attractions? These decisions will determine your budget and itinerary.

What Defines a Budget Traveler?

You might think you're a budget traveler, but unless you're willing to sacrifice many comforts, expect to spend a lot more than the average of $63 per day that backpackers typically manage.

Younger budget travelers sometimes stick to a shoestring budget, which usually means staying in hostel dorms, eating at budget restaurants or fast food, relying on public transportation or walking, and limiting activities to free attractions.

So, are you average?

If you're a family or couple enjoying a vacation, you'll most likely want to stay in a mid-range hotel, eat at trendy restaurants, and check out the main museums and attractions that charge for entry. Tourists visiting Limerick generally aim to explore the major attractions, museums, and significant landmarks. Keep in mind that most activities have costs associated with them. Hence, you should realistically expect your daily budget to hover around $145 per person, per day.

The range of hotels and vacation rentals in Limerick is impressive. If you're traveling with others, sharing your hotel with a partner, friend, or kids allows you to split the costs and save money. Families will want to find hotels and restaurants that accommodate children. No 1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa is a solid choice for families, while Absolute Hotel Limerick also offers great options. For additional family and couple-friendly hotels, refer to our hotel guide for Limerick here.

Looking to Travel in Luxury?

If your ideal trip includes every luxury and top-tier service, be ready to budget around $276 per day. A stay at nicer hotels, meals at prestigious restaurants, fancy excursions, and getting around the city with taxis or private drivers will cost you more. Many luxury travelers also enjoy unique experiences such as Limerick Private Transfer from central Limerick to Shannon - offered by Viator.

Accommodation Budget in Limerick

The range of hotel prices in Limerick can be pretty surprising. Luxury hotels tend to offer more amenities, but come with higher price tags, especially during peak season. The average off-season room is $116, but during peak summer season the average price can reach $216. From $81 for budget hotels to $332 for luxury, there's something for everyone. Hostels are cheaper, especially dorms. Book early or travel during the off-season to save money.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid in Limerick for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $106 (€97). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $53 (€49) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.

  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $53
    €49
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $106
    €97

Hotels in Limerick

Looking for a hotel in Limerick? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices in Limerick

The average hotel room price in Limerick based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $116 in the low season and $216 in the peak season. Below are the average prices for each budget category. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

The most affordable highest rated hotels in Limerick include:

  • No 1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa starting at $193
  • Absolute Hotel Limerick starting at $116
  • Limerick Strand Hotel starting at $162
  • George Limerick Hotel starting at $126
  • Castletroy Park Hotel starting at $134
Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Limerick

If you want to save on accommodation in Limerick, it has a good public transit system makes it possible to stay further out. However, your transportation costs and time spent commuting will increase.

Visiting in the low or shoulder season, rather than during summer, will give you cheaper lodging options and fewer tourists to navigate around.


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Transportation Budget in Limerick

Limerick's public transit system connects to several major sights. There's a city bus service that travels around town. To save money and travel efficiently, public transport is a good option if it's near your location, but taxis and rideshares are always around for convenience.

You'll find that parts of Limerick are quite pedestrian-friendly, making sightseeing a breeze. There are compact and walkable parts to the city that can be explored on foot.

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Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, past travelers have spent $44 (€40) per person, per day, on local transportation in Limerick. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Limerick is significantly more than public transportation.

  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $44
    €40

Transportation Tips

When you're driving, make sure that your hotel has convenient parking, and confirm how much you'll need to pay for it.

A few of the typical transportation options and hotel transfers include:

  • Private Transfer between SHANNON & LIMERICK | Premium Vehicles for $134 details
  • Limerick Private Transfer from central Limerick to Shannon for $200 details
  • Private Transfer between SHANNON & ADARE | Premium Vehicles for $209 details

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Flights to Limerick
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Rental Cars in Limerick
The price of renting a car in Limerick will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.



Food Budget in Limerick

The food in Limerick is enjoyable, but not enough to draw tourists specifically for the restaurants. Be sure to seek out a few standout restaurants in the city. You'll find a mix of traditional Irish restaurants and more modern international cuisine. Local specialties to try include Limerick Ham, Cahill's Whiskey Cheese, and Walnut Cheddar.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While restaurant and meal prices in Limerick can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Limerick is $65 (€60) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.

  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $65
    €60

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Limerick is around $65 (€60) per person, with previous travelers spending from $29 to $125. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Limerick are as follows:

  • Breakfast: $7 to $20
  • Lunch: $10 to $26
  • Dinner: $20 to $46
  • Coffee: $5
  • Fast Food or Street Food: $10

Being one of the larger cities in Ireland, Limerick is full of choice when it comes to food. From hearty pub grub and home-grown Irish cooking to lively ethnic food, restaurants, cafes, and bistros, the variety of cuisine in the city cannot be beat. Some of the top picks on TripAdvisor include Freddy's Bistro, The Curragower Bar & Restaurant, The Cornstone, The Locke, AZUR Restaurant, and the Glen Tavern. Being in Ireland, one shouldn't miss the nightlife opportunity for foot-stomping traditional music, which can be found at just about any pub. As far as Irish cuisine goes, some popular favorites include beef & Guinness stew, bangers and mash, shepherd's pie, and fish and chips.

Food & Dining Tips

Many accommodations feature breakfast in their rates, while some may charge additional fees for it. The cost and quality can vary significantly from one hotel to another. Knowing this information ahead of time helps you decide if you need to spend extra money. A tasty hotel buffet could be worth the expense, or a nearby bakery or cafe might offer a more affordable choice.

Keep a water bottle with you to cut down on drink purchases. It's also better for the environment.

When planning a tour, don't forget to look into which meals are covered. You may be responsible for some of your own food, which could impact your budget significantly.



Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Limerick

The reason people visit Limerick is clear, as it offers museums and attractions, food, nightlife, and family-friendly activities.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Limerick typically cost an average of $19 (€17) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $19
    €17

One of the most photographed sights of Limerick is arguably King John's Castle, one of the best castles to visit in Ireland. It has been standing since the 13th Century next to Thomond Bridge overlooking the River Shannon. The pentagonal fortress has been restored to display reconstructed scenes in various exhibition rooms with information about the excavation of Viking houses, defensive works, and siege tunnels.

St. Mary's Cathedral is yet another historic attraction with evidence of architecture ranging from medieval ages to the present day. The vaulted roof, Gothic stained glass windows, medieval floor tiles, and elaborately carved 17th-century choir stalls and marble tombs exist in a place of worship that has stood the test of tumultuous times.

Other architectural gems of the city can be found in St. John's Square, where ten fine stone-faced Georgian townhouses still stand, dating back to around 1750. The early-Gothic St. John's Cathedral also stands in the square, boasting the highest church spire in Ireland.

A few other notable sights of Limerick include the University of Limerick as well as many museums and galleries like the Hunt Museum and the Limerick City Gallery of Art.



In addition to the sights and museums mentioned earlier, the city of Limerick has access to the greener side of life as well. Once you've explored the collections of the Limerick City Art Museum, for example, you may want to enjoy the adjacent People's Park. Dating back to 1877, People's Park is a tranquil oasis in the midst of the city, full of trees, seasonal flowers, two gazebos, a 19th century bandstand, and an ornate drinking fountain.

If that is not enough, you can venture further amongst the surrounding villages of County Limerick. The charming village of Adare, for example, is said to be one of Ireland's prettiest with thatched cottages and medieval buildings. It is also home to the ruins of 13th Century Desmond Castle as well as the neo-Gothic Adare Mansion, now a luxury hotel with beautiful gardens and terraces.

Another outdoor adventure just south of the city is the Lough Gur prehistoric site. Notable features include a wedge-shaped passage grave, stone forts, a Neolithic burial site, a burial mound with a circle of standing stones, a fine double stone circle, a crannog (an artificial islet now linked to the shore), as well as a cult site with an impressive entrance. While the grounds are green and beautiful with a glimmering lake to match, the Heritage Site has more to offer with interactive displays covering more than 6,000 years of archaeology and history.

The Bunratty Castle is another such historic location on Limerick's borders, serving the most complete and best-preserved medieval fortress in Ireland. It was restored in 1954 to its former glory and now contains 15th and 16th century furnishings, tapestries, and works of art instilling a mood of distant medieval times. The adjoining Folk Park is another highlight of the region, acting as a 26-acre living village with farmhouses, village shops, and streets that are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared back in the day.

From shopping, dining, and sight-seeing in the main city, to village hopping and exploring countryside ruins, the city of Limerick is a destination with many points of interest.

Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Limerick. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

  • Self Guided Bike Tour on the Limerick Greenway for $16 details
  • Guided eBike Tour - Killaloe and the Lough Derg Shore for $97 details
  • Private Walking Tour of Adare for $268 details

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Nightlife Budget in Limerick

In Limerick, you can find some nightlife options, but it isn't as lively as in other more popular tourist spots. It's a student town so much of the nightlife scene centers around the student population. There are lively pubs and clubs around town so it's not hard to have a fun night out.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $13 (€12) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Limerick per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $13
    €12
Nightlife Tips

Sure, nightlife is part of the adventure, but cutting down on cocktails can make a surprising difference in your travel budget.

Be vigilant if you're out at night, especially if alcohol is involved. Thieves often target distracted individuals, so it's smart to stay with trusted friends and avoid going off by yourself.



Budgeting and Travel Tips for Limerick

  • In peak season during summer, expect to see higher prices and an influx of visitors in the city. To save some cash and avoid the crowds, think about visiting during the shoulder or low seasons.
  • Taking it easy while traveling can help you save some cash, letting you appreciate the area's beauty without the stress. If you rush through your days with nonstop activities, you'll end up spending more. Slowing down often leads to a more enjoyable trip and less money spent.

Budgeting Challenges

  • Traveling with young ones usually means you'll want a private vehicle or taxi. Skipping the public transport hassle can make life simpler, but be ready to spend a bit more cash.
  • Limerick doesn't offer many hostel choices, so if you planned to stay in a budget dorm, it's time to rethink your options. Instead, look for a low-cost hotel or an apartment rental.
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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.


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