Shannon is a blend of a modern city and a historic village so you get the best of both worlds. There are plenty of rivers and lakes so you can take a day trip to see some of the beautiful countryside around the city.

Weather and Geography

Shannon enjoys cool weather year-round, with temperatures ranging from the high 30s to the low 40s in winter, while summer temperatures hover in the high 60s. Shannon isn’t a particularly wet city but it’s a good idea to pack for a rainy day or two.

Quick Facts

• One of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions, Bunratty Castle is the most complete and authentic medieval castle in Ireland. Built in 1425, it was authentically restored in 1954 with furnishings and tapestries capturing the mood and style of the times.
  
  
• The Aillwee Cave in Shannon features stalactites, stalagmites and a waterfall. It’s a must-see.

Expert Travel Tips

• Visit the 26-acre Folk Park in Bunratty Castle to experience a replica of a 19th Century Irish village complete with a village street, farmhouses, watermill, blacksmith's forge and Mac's pub. Medieval banquets are held nightly at the Castle.
  
  
• Visit the Burren in Clare County, a plateau that is home to more than 700 different flowering plants and ferns, to see some of the most gorgeous scenery in Ireland.
  
  
• Looking for some exciting nightlife? The towns and villages throughout the Shannon region are home to a variety of pubs featuring traditional Irish music nightly.

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