King's Island in Limerick in County Limerick, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)

King John’s Castle

— Medieval Limerick… on King’s Island —

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

1. King John’s Castle Marker

Inscription. The castle was built by Prince John of England c.1210 later to become King. To protect and maintain Norman power in Limerick and Munster. Today the restored castle is open to the public and houses an imaginative exhibition of the history of the Castle and the area. (Marker Number 16.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1210.

Location. 52° 40.203′ N, 8° 37.509′ W. Marker is in Limerick, Munster, in County Limerick. It is on King's Island. It is at the intersection of Castle Street and The Parade, on the left when traveling west on Castle Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 11 Castle Street, Limerick, Munster, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Ancient East.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

on the Island of Ireland,

on the Celtic Fringe,

in the European Union,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking

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distance of this marker: Michael Hogan (a few steps from this marker); The Bard of Thomond (within shouting distance of this marker); The North Munster Masonic Centre (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bishop’s Palace (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named The Bishop’s Palace (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Bishops Palace (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bishop's Palace / Saint Munchin's Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Nicholas Street (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Limerick.

Also see . . . Castle History (King John's Castle).

Over 1,000 years of history at King John’s Castle. Standing at the heart of Limerick, King John’s Castle is a site that has witnessed centuries of settlement, conflict and development, From Viking raiders to Norman kins, this fortress has shaped the story of the city and the region.

(Submitted on May 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

2. King John’s Castle Marker

The marker is affixed to one of the parapets of the historic castle. Thomond Bridge may be seen in the right of the photo.

King John’s Castle image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

3. King John’s Castle

A rainbow can be seen over King John's Castle from the other side of the River Shannon.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 13 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.