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It all began in Foynes.
Walk in the Footsteps of Pioneering Aviators & Hollywood Icons in the Birthplace of Irish Coffee!
Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum is located on the Wild Atlantic Way just 30 minutes from Limerick city on the banks of the Shannon Estuary. This truly unique visitor experience captures the story of how
Foynes became one of the great aviation hubs of the world between 1937-1945.
Walk in the footsteps of JF Kennedy, Bob Hope, Eleanor Roosevelt & many other dignitaries, movie stars & refugees who landed at Foynes. Experience Irish Coffee in the very building it was invented, and taste the original recipe in a quaint 1940’s setting (O'Regan's Restaurant - Irish Coffees sold seperately). Visit the new Maureen O’Hara exhibition dedicated to preserving the memory of Ireland’s most famous film star & explore the rich history of the River Shannon.
Explore our new museum building which launched in 2023!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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General Entry Tickets to Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum. Walk in the footsteps of the pioneering aviators and Hollywood icons. ✈The Famous Flying Boats | Come aboard the world’s First Airforce One & relive what it was like to fly in true ocean liner luxury ✈Pioneering Aviators | Learn about the brave pilots who took on the might of the Atlantic Ocean. ✈Flight Simulators |Try your hand at being a pilot & test your flying skills ✈Foynes in times of War | Discover what life was like during the War for passengers, airline staff & locals ✈Birthplace of Irish Coffee | Watch a 3D Hologram re-enacting the night Irish Coffee was invented & participate in an Irish Coffee Masterclass in a quaint 1940s setting ✈Control Tower | Savour the panoramic views of the Shannon Estuary ✈Maritime Museum | Discover Ireland’s rich maritime heritage & the famous people from Foynes that helped shaped Irish history ✈Irish Coffee available (sold seperately) - O'Regan's restaurant on site
Admission ticket included
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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