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Years of Dramatic Local History
KING JOHN'S CASTLE

Welcome to King John’s Castle, on ‘King’s Island’ in the heart of medieval Limerick City.

Located at the heart of Limerick’s medieval quarter, STEP INSIDE the walls of Limerick’s most iconic landmark! Discover the stories of ruthless King John, the noble knights, and rebellious natives. King John's Castle brings to life over 800 years of dramatic local history. Explore the spacious outdoor courtyard where you’ll get a sense of the bustling activity that took place many years ago. On your journey, expect to see some lively characters. Venture into our visitor centre with state of the art interpretive activities and exhibitions. 21st century touch screen technology, 3D models and discovery drawer are among the exciting techniques that will connect you to tales of siege and warfare. Visitors will love the dazzling array of computer generated animations and ghostly projections as they travel back through time.

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KING JOHN'S CASTLE

Castle Experience

Interactive exhibitions, medieval courtyard games and stunning views, are among the highlights at King John's Castle. Reach out and touch the past through a wide range of audio visual technologies and specialist multi media techniques. Join in the living interpretation and re-enactment with costumed guides who reveal the secrets and scandals of castle life. Test your skill with our medieval courtyard games and enjoy stunning views from this stronghold of sagas, sieges and soldiers

INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION
The stunning exhibition at King John’s Castle brings to life over 800 years of dramatic local history.
CASTLE LIFE
With cutting-edge audio visuals, 3D models, and discovery drawers all combine to help you to delve into the Castle’s history.
THE COURTYARD
Take a fresh look at King John’s Castle and experience Limerick’s history as you have never done before…
CASTLE EXPERIENCE

Courtyard Games

we are delighted to announce the launch of new series of Medieval games in the courtyard of King John's Castle. Included in your ticket price, these games are suitable for all ages and are guarenteed to bring out your inner competitive strike!

CASTLE EXPERIENCE

Abseiling Experience

King John’s Castle, in association with Nevsail Watersports & Adventures, are delighted to offer an extremely unique abseiling experience! The majestic historic King John’s Castle is one of Europe’s best preserved Norman Castles and its fortress is a signature to the landscape of Limerick. This is your opporunity to abseil from the amazing vantage point of the castle gatehouse turret and absorb the view of Limerick’s rooftop while descending the historic walls

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KING JOHN'S CASTLE

Castle History

The site on which the Castle stands has been occupied for over 1000 years.

VIKING HISTORY
NORMAN HISTORY
KING JOHN
Bringing over 800 years of local history to life, a visit to King John's Castle is a must when visiting Limerick City. The castle itself has a turbluent history dating back to Viking times and has undergone several sieges, battles and triumphs over its long history.
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The Coronas – SOLD OUT

Events Date: 26th August 2023 The Coronas The Coronas – SOLD OUT The Coronas returns to Limerick for a “Live at The Castle” show in King Johns Castle this August 26th. The Band are fresh off a Sold-Out Hometown show in Fairview Park Dublin and have just announced a special guest slot with Bruce Springsteen […]

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Dec Pierces Block Rockin’ Beats – SOLD OUT 

Events Date: 25th August 2023 Dec Pierces Block Rockin’ Beats – SOLD OUT Dec Pierces Block Rockin’ Beats – SOLD OUT Block Rockin Beats returns to Limerick for a “Live at the Castle” show in King Johns Castle this August for his biggest ever Limerick show after his blistering sold out performance at Live at […]

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The Stunning

Events Date: 1st July 2023 The Stunning The Stunning SOLD OUT The Stunning with some special Guests are back in Limerick for a huge show in King Johns Castle this July after a sellout performance in the Big Top Last year. In the seven years that The Stunning were initially together, they toured relentlessly building […]

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Madness – SOLD OUT

Events Date: 30th June 2023 Madness – SOLD OUT Madness – SOLD OUT British pop giants Madness have today announced a return to Limerick for a concert in King Johns Castle on Friday June 30th. The band are returning after a sold-out performance in Limerick Docklands in 2018. Throughout their career, Madness have had 10 […]

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Kraftwerk – SOLD OUT

Events Date: 28th June 2023 Kraftwerk – SOLD OUT Kraftwerk – SOLD OUT Legendary German Electronic pioneers Kraftwerk have announced an intimate show in the glorious surroundings of King Johns Castle on Wednesday June 28th 2023. By the mid 1970’s Kraftwerk had achieved international recognition for their revolutionary electronic ‚sound scapes’ and their musical experimentation […]

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Ireland AM (22nd June 2023)

News Date: 22nd of June 2023 Ireland AM Ireland AM Fantastic morning with Deric Hartigan filming live with Ireland AM at King John’s Castle. Great fun, with such a bubbly personality, full of positivity & fun, we loved having you as our guest in the Castle Deric and we hope to see you back again […]

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