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Hunt Museum

The Custom House | Rutland St., Limerick, Ireland
353 61-312833
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Ranked #3 of 63 attractions in Limerick
Type: History Museums
Traveller Description: "Exhibiting one of Ireland's greatest private collections of art and antiquities, dating from the Neolithic to the 20th Century, including works by... more »
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CHESHIRE UK
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Vey wide and interesting range of objects from over a very long period of History - beautifuly presented and explained.

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Scavenger hunt kept kids on toes so parents could enjoy. Staff members very nice. Nice gift shop as well

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Bit of an odd place - certainly not worth the admission price but fortunately free admission on the Sunday we visited...

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Limerick
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

If you've been before, maybe it's time to go again and experience the new look restaurant in one of Limerick's finest cultural and tourist attractions, the Hunt Museum. You can enjoy great food or just a cup of coffee looking out on the majestic Shannon. Lovely atmosphere and very friendly staff, so give it a try.

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Limerick, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Great museum with a wonderful café where you can sit and watch the tidal River Shannon flow to the sea. The museum is not very touristy so I enjoyed some pleasant hours here on a Saturday afternoon. Do not miss the small but interesting Quay Books bookstore as you walk down Patrick's Street towards the museum.

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Columbus
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Very conveniently located within easy walking distance of downtown Limerick. Fascinating collection very well displayed with excellent text panels. Staff is very helpful with the museum and other attractions in the immediate area. Don't miss T Nary's, which is almost next door.

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Limerick, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Staff very good with kids and kept them entertained. Also good kids camps during the holidays Easter, Christmas, Ect. Gets them interested. Lots of variety of things. And considering I live right near it I should vist more often.

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Sixmilebridge, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

The Hunt Museum is well worth a visit if you are in the Limerick area. The collection is eclectic and was assembled privately by the Hunt family. It consists of archaeological items from Ireland and beyond, ceramics, art works etc. The guides are all volunteers and are well informed about the collection. There is a cafe/restaurant area (that I didn't... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

The Hunt Museum has excellent displays on various eras, cultures, and locations. Everything is well-organized and easy to access.

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Houston, TX
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

This museum was quite interesting. 3 floors of "stuff" from the Hunt family. I say that because basically, it's "Stuff" they acquired throughout their lifetime. I use the term "Stuff" loosly because we saw famous paintings, and tons of years old artifacts, that the Hunt family used like it was a common object. EX. An ivory vase. That they used... More

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