Foynes Flying Boat Museum
Foynes
Co. Limerick
+353 69 65416
March 15 – November 15
- Daily 10:00 – 18:00
Admission fee
Gift shop
It is approximately 35km (22miles/30 minutes) from Limerick City along the scenic coastal N69 route from Limerick to Tralee
Aircraft collection
| NC18603 | Boeing 314 Clipper |
The world’s only full scale replica of the Boeing 314, “Yankee Clipper”
Discover Foynes Flying Boat and Maritime Museum at the original terminal building in Foynes, County Limerick. It recalls the nostalgic era of 1939 to 1945, when Foynes was the centre of the aviation world.
Explore the museum and learn how Foynes was once one of the great aviation hubs. Follow in the footsteps of Maureen O’Hara, John F. Kennedy, Bob Hope, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the dignitaries, movie stars and refugees who landed here during World War II.
See how this unique story is told by an original film in a 1940s style cinema. Check out the World War II exhibits and take the chance to board a life-size replica of the Boeing 314 Flying Boat.
Irish coffee, a popular beverage, was first served at Foynes in 1943 to a group of weary passengers. Watch the wonderful 3D holographic show re-enacting this famous night and after, taste a delicious Irish coffee in its original home. Spend some time exploring the maritime collection in the reinstated control tower and enjoy the panoramic views of the River Shannon.
Photos Johnny Comstedt