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KING JOHN'S CASTLE

Frequently Asked Questions

King John’s Castle is open year-round with seasonal opening hours:

Winter Hours (October – March)
9:30am – 5:00pm
Last entrance: 4:00pm

Summer Hours (April – September)
9:30am – 6:00pm
Last entrance: 5:00pm

We recommend allowing approximately 1.5 hours to fully enjoy your visit to King John’s Castle in Limerick. 

We recommend booking your King John’s Castle tickets online in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons in Limerick

Only registered service dogs are permitted inside the castle. Due to enclosed exhibition spaces, other pets are not allowed.

Yes, the Siege Café at King John’s Castle is open seven days a week, offering a choice of hot and cold beverages,  snacks, and meals. You don’t need a ticket to access the café walk-ins are welcome.

Yes, there is a car park located directly across the road from the castle on Castle St, King’s Island, Limerick.

Enter King Johns Castle car park into google maps.

Parking for visitors is complimentary. No overnight parking permitted

Yes, guided tours are available by advance booking. To arrange a guided tour, contact reservations@kingjohnscastle.ie prior to your visit.

Yes, King John’s Castle is one of the most family-friendly attractions in Limerick. The interactive exhibition and medieval courtyard experiences make it ideal for children of all ages.

King John’s Castle hosts a seasonal calendar of events throughout the year, making it one of the leading cultural and heritage attractions in Limerick.

Events include:

  • Live at the Castle – our popular summer concert series
  • Heritage and cultural workshops inspired by the medieval history of the castle
  • Family-friendly seasonal events and immersive experiences
  • Special programmes celebrating local history, culture, and traditions

We recommend checking our events calendar before your visit to see what’s happening during your stay in Limerick.

King John’s Castle is partially wheelchair accessible. Key areas such as the exhibition Centre, café, and gift shop are accessible via ramps. Please note that the courtyard has a gravel surface, which may be challenging for wheelchair users.

Yes, complimentary luggage storage is available on-site. Please speak to staff at admissions upon arrival.

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King John's Castle at sunset

KING JOHN'S CASTLE

FAQs around the precautions we have in places to protect against COVID-19.

As we open our doors to welcome you all, we have implemented new safety measures throughout King John’s Castle to ensure your safety and the safety of our team. Below you will find our most Frequently Asked Questions around the precautions we have in places to protect against COVID-19.

The HPSC, which is part of the Health Service Executive (HSE), sets the public health guidelines on how to deal with contagious diseases.  We are continuing to follow all the HPSC’s guidelines and have been liaising closely with them since the outbreak of the virus.

We have placed floor 2 metre floor markings across our sites as well as messaging and signage throughout the visitor attraction. We also have hand sanitising stations located across the site and protective screen at admission points.

You will find hand washing facilities in our bathrooms while we also provide a clearly marked hand sanitation stations across the site.

These units are regularly checked throughout the day but if you do find one empty, we would be grateful if you could notify a staff member so we can refill it.

In line with Goverment guidelines, up to 500 people allowed in any outdoor area.

We have placed floor 2 metre floor markings across our sites as well as messaging and signage throughout our visitor attraction.

Due to Covid 19 precautions, we have introduced a one-way system around the castle to ensure everyone’s safety. The one-way system is clearly marked. Please, always follow the directional signage and maintain social distancing.