Culture and Attractions
- Religious Sites
- St. John's Cathedral (tallest spire in Ireland)
- Annual Events
- Riverfest (May), Limerick St. Patrick’s Festival
- Cultural Districts
- The Medieval Quarter
- Theater Venues
- University Concert Hall (UCH), Lime Tree Theatre
- Local Markets
- The Milk Market (Famous weekend market)
- Music Scene
- Dolans Warehouse (Legendary live music venue)
- Street Art
- Limerick City Engine murals and Wickham Street art
- Cooking Classes
- Sash Restaurant at No. 1 Pery Square
- Art Galleries
- Ormston House, LSAD Gallery
- Historic Buildings
- Georgian House (Pery Square)
- Local Heritage
- Rugby heritage (Thomond Park stadium)
- Must-See Landmarks
- King John's Castle, The Treaty Stone
- Museums & Art Venues
- The Hunt Museum, Limerick City Gallery of Art
- Historical Sites
- St. Mary's Cathedral (founded 1168)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Curraghchase Forest Park (20 mins drive)
- National Parks Nearby
- The Burren National Park (approx. 1 hour 15 mins drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Limerick Greenway (40km trail starting in Rathkeale)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Cratloe Hills (overlooking the Estuary)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Shannon Estuary mudflats
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Not permitted in public parks; restricted to private property
Essentials
- City
- Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- Population
- approx. 102,000
- Internet Speed
- 95 Mbps average, fiber options up to 1Gbps via SIRO
- Currency & Banking
- Euro (EUR), 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD, 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and safe (monitored by Uisce Éireann)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (three-pin) sockets
- SIM Card
- Three, Vodafone, Eir; Pre-paid 'All You Can Eat' data for €20/28 days
- Banking for Expats
- AIB, Bank of Ireland, Revolut (highly popular for contactless)
- Accommodation
- Rentals via Daft.ie, Rent.ie, or Airbnb
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, almost universally accepted; even small pubs use contactless
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local student residences during summer (May-August)
- Budget Accommodation
- The Sleep Zone Hostel (approx. €35/night), Woodfield House Hotel
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Medieval Quarter (near King John's Castle) or City Center (O’Connell St)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Raheen or Castletroy (near University) for amenities and safety
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Engine Limerick (Upper Cecil St), approx. €25/day or €250/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- The Buttery (Bedford Row) or Hook & Ladder (Sarsfield St)
- Networking Events
- Limerick Chamber events, TechLimerick Meetups at Engine
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Limerick, 'Expats in Limerick' Facebook group
Business
- Property Tax
- Local Property Tax (LPT) based on market value bands
- Property Transaction Tax
- Stamp Duty at 1% up to €1m, 2% thereafter
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad visa; SARP available for employees, otherwise standard EU residency
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €180,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €128,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €252,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €180,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €304,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €224,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% (for large MNCs) or 12.5% standard rate
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% standard rate
- Tax System
- Worldwide income for residents and domiciled individuals
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 40% (plus USC and PRSI)
- VAT
- 23% standard rate
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned legislation in place
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Free Now (Uber only offers licensed taxis in Ireland)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- TFI Bikes (Coca-Cola Zero Bikes) - €10 annual subscription, stations across city
- Best Beach Nearby
- Lahinch Beach, County Clare (approx. 1 hour drive)
- Top Regional Airline
- Aer Lingus Regional (operating from Shannon Airport, 25 mins away)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair, United Airlines (transatlantic from Shannon)
- Highway Access
- M7 (to Dublin), M18 (to Galway), M20 (to Cork)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Limerick Colbert Station
- Public Transport Passes
- Leap Card (Saves 30% on fares), TFI Go App
- Regional Travel
- Bus Éireann, Irish Rail, and JJ Kavanagh for private coach to Dublin
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- University Hospital Limerick (UHL), Dooradoyle
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Soul space (O'Connell St), The Yoga Loft (Castletroy)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- UL Sport Arena (top-tier facilities), Ben Dunne Gym (approx. €250/year)
- Laundry Services
- The Laundry Basket (Ennis Road), approx. €15 for a service wash
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Just Eat, Deliveroo, UberEats
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Limerick Ham or a full Irish breakfast at The Sage Café
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- The Grove (Upper Cecil St), Veggi-licious (Milk Market)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Chez le Fab (Arthur's Quay), Auntie Nellie’s Sweet Shop
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Lidl, Aldi, Penneys (for clothing)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.co.uk (check customs), Argos, Littlewoods Ireland
- Grocery Delivery
- Tesco Ireland, SuperValu, Dunnes Stores
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Denmark Street (The Icon, Nancy Blake's)
- Local Brewery
- Treaty City Brewing (Nicholas St) - Brewery tours available
- Wine Bars
- The Copper Room (O'Connell St)
- Street Food Stalls
- The Milk Market (Saturdays, Mungret St)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Aroi (Asian Street Food), Taikichi (Japanese)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- An Post (Ireland's National Post), DPD Limerick
- Tech Repair Services
- Fonez Limerick (Cruises St), PC Repair Limerick
- Table Tennis Spots
- Limerick Table Tennis Club (University of Limerick)
- Language Classes
- Limerick Language Centre (The Crescent)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Limerick City Library (The Granary, Michael St)
- Community Centers
- Limerick Youth Service, Southside Community Center
- Gaming Lounges
- Section 9 (Mallow St)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Fitzpatrick’s Casino (Wickham St)