Castillo de Bunratty
A 15th-century castle by the River Shannon, with a folk park recreating Irish rural life. It is very close to the airport.
Tickets →Shannon, Ireland
Shannon: airports, things to do and where to stay
Shannon, in County Clare, is a town closely tied to its airport and a good base for exploring the west of Ireland: Limerick, Ennis and the Clare coast are all nearby.
Shannon airports
From the airport to central Shannon
Shannon airport is about 4 km from central Shannon.
Bus Éireann
Buses linking the airport with Limerick and Ennis, and with other towns in the region. Check timetables before you travel.
Taxi
Official rank outside the terminal. To Limerick, about 25-35 min depending on traffic.
Shannon
Things to do in Shannon
Acantilados de Moher
The spectacular cliffs of the Clare coast above the Atlantic. One of the most popular day trips from Shannon.
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Castillo del Rey Juan
A 13th-century Norman fortress on the banks of the Shannon in Limerick, with an exhibition on its history.
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Convento franciscano de Ennis
The ruins of a medieval Franciscan friary in the centre of Ennis, the county town of Clare.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Shannon?
Shannon is served by Shannon (SNN).
How far is the airport from central Shannon?
Shannon airport is about 4 km from central Shannon.
How do I get from the airport to central Shannon?
From Shannon airport you can take Bus Éireann (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Shannon?
Highlights of Shannon include Castillo de Bunratty, Acantilados de Moher, Castillo del Rey Juan, and Convento franciscano de Ennis.
Photo credits
- Castillo de Bunratty: Chris Light, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Acantilados de Moher: Berthold Werner, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Castillo del Rey Juan: Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Convento franciscano de Ennis: Andreas F. Borchert, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons