Shannon Airport is just a ten-minute drive from the town which it's named after – a paltry distance if you've considered car hire from Shannon Airport. Also serving the nearby town of Limerick and the rest of southwest Ireland, it's notable for being the first Irish airport to run passenger flights to the United States.
Hiring a car from Shannon Airport gives you the chance to check out southwest Ireland for yourself and find out what makes it such a popular tourist destination. With landmarks and culture galore, your trip to this region is sure to be a memorable one.
If you rent a car from Shannon Airport you can take a brisk 20-minute drive via the N18 to King John's Castle; a 13th century piece of architecture that has recently undergone restoration. Brimming with history, this small museum is the perfect way to spend a couple of hours.
Your Shannon Airport car rental is also a great way to connect yourself with the oldest building in Limerick: St. Mary's Cathedral. The old Protestant site is renowned for its architectural beauty. It's another piece of history that creates an atmosphere all of its own.
