Discover Dublin’s 200 best Boutique Hunter spots for your trip

Brown Thomas Dublin

★ 4.4 · 5,904 reviews

Step into Brown Thomas, Dublin's grand luxury department store in the heart of the city. Wander through designer fashion, beauty halls and fragrance counters, then pause at the in-store restaurant between floors.

Kilkenny Design

★ 4.3 · 2,518 reviews

Browse Kilkenny Design, a stylish showcase of contemporary Irish craft opposite Trinity College. Look through knitwear, jewellery and gifts made by Irish designers, and find a souvenir with more character than the usual trinkets.

George's Street Arcade

★ 4.1 · 137 reviews

Wander George's Street Arcade, Dublin's oldest shopping centre, a covered market buzzing with small independent stalls. Browse vinyl, vintage-style apparel, gifts and souvenirs, then grab a bite from one of the food counters.

Forge a Silver Ring Workshop

★ 4.9 · 2,061 reviews

Craft a keepsake of your Dublin trip at this silver ring workshop in the city centre. Cut, shape, texture and polish your own sterling silver ring, with an expert handling the soldering.

Powerscourt Townhouse Centre

★ 4.6 · 528 reviews

Step inside Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, a Georgian mansion converted into a calm shopping retreat in central Dublin. Climb the staircase past floral displays, browse small design boutiques, and enjoy the elegant interior at your own pace.

designist

★ 4.6 · 163 reviews

Drop into designist, a Dublin gift shop packed with clever stationery, housewares and original presents. Browse work by Irish and international designers and leave with a gift that is easy to carry and hard to find elsewhere.

Indigo & Cloth

★ 4.7 · 228 reviews

Combine a browse through a contemporary menswear boutique with a very good cup of coffee. Sit in the modern café at the back.

Collins Barracks National Museum of Ireland

★ 4.6 · 6,794 reviews

Walk into Collins Barracks, the old military complex in Stoneybatter that now houses the National Museum of Ireland's Decorative Arts and History collections. Browse Irish haute couture, silverware and military history exhibitions, all free and spread across uncrowded galleries.

Jam Art Factory Irish Art and Design Shop

★ 4.6 · 399 reviews

Duck into Jam Art Factory, a Temple Bar shop devoted to Irish art and design. Flip through prints and cards by independent local artists and take home a distinctive piece that feels far from a typical souvenir.

Ranelagh

Spend an evening in Ranelagh, one of south Dublin's most popular village-style neighbourhoods. Browse the main street's independent shops, then pick from its restaurants and wine bars for a relaxed meal.

Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer

★ 4.8 · 2,145 reviews

Travel from Dublin to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour by coach, with admission included. Walk through original sets, costumes and props, and see the Iron Throne up close.

Howth Market

★ 4.3 · 6,909 reviews

Head out to Howth Market, a weekend harbour market in a seaside village just outside Dublin. Sample fresh seafood and good coffee, browse local crafts and produce, and eat by the water.

Temple Bar

Dive into Temple Bar, Dublin's famous cobbled nightlife quarter beside the Liffey. Wander the narrow lanes past live-music pubs and street performers, then pick a doorway where a traditional session is under way.

Rathmines

Explore Rathmines, a lively, lived-in neighbourhood on Dublin's south side. Walk the busy main street past independent shops and cafés, then turn onto quiet Victorian terraces to see a calmer side of the area.

Stoneybatter

Discover Stoneybatter, a village-like pocket of north-side Dublin with a strong community feel. Walk its main street past old pubs, delis and vintage shops, then explore the side lanes of artisan cottages.

Game of Thrones Winterfell Locations Trek

★ 4.8 · 405 reviews

Walk into Winterfell on this Saturday trek from Dublin to Game of Thrones filming sites. Explore Tollymore Forest, Castle Ward and Inch Abbey, then pose with cloaks, swords and banners.

Grand Canal Dock

Take a stroll around Grand Canal Dock, Dublin's sleek waterside quarter on the south docklands. Circle the basin past modern architecture and public plazas, then pause at a waterfront café to watch the light shift on the water.

Vintage Cocktail Club

★ 4.5 · 2,263 reviews

Discover Vintage Cocktail Club, a candle-lit speakeasy hidden behind an easy-to-miss door in Dublin. Settle into the intimate room and work through a list of well-reviewed cocktails surrounded by vintage details.

The Sidecar

★ 4.7 · 182 reviews

Discover The Sidecar, an elegant cocktail bar inside The Westbury hotel. Sip innovative house cocktails and sample the martini trolley in an intimate, classy setting.

National Print Museum

★ 4.8 · 690 reviews

Duck into the National Print Museum, a small Dublin gem for anyone curious about how words reach the page. Watch guides walk through historic presses and try your hand at making a print yourself.

Portobello

Stroll through Portobello, a canal-side neighbourhood on Dublin's south side. Walk the towpath past painted terraces, then duck into an independent café or pub for a laid-back break.

Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum with Guided Tour

★ 4.7 · 394 reviews

Step into the Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum in the heart of Temple Bar. Follow a guide through exhibits on Thin Lizzy, U2 and more, and see the venues and recording spaces behind Ireland's rock story.

Sophie’s Rooftop Restaurant, Terrace & Bar

★ 4.3 · 4,333 reviews

Discover Sophie's, a rooftop bar and terrace with sweeping views across Dublin. Order a cocktail or a meal and watch the city shift from daylight to evening lights.

Peruke & Periwig

★ 4.4 · 1,711 reviews

Discover Peruke & Periwig, a Dublin cocktail bar with a peaceful, elegant mood. Browse a long menu of beautifully made cocktails and settle in for an unhurried evening.

The Little Pig Speakeasy, Dublin

★ 4.4 · 351 reviews

Discover The Little Pig Speakeasy, a Dublin cocktail bar you enter through a special payphone. Once inside, settle at a table and sample inventive seasonal cocktails in a moody, hidden room.

Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Tour

★ 4.8 · 2,795 reviews

Settle in for afternoon tea aboard the Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Tour as it rolls through Dublin. Enjoy sandwiches, scones and desserts while your host points out landmarks and shares stories of the city.

Bow Lane Social Club

★ 4.2 · 1,696 reviews

Discover Bow Lane Social Club, a Dublin venue that moves from brunch to live music as the day goes on. Enjoy steaks and cocktails, then stay for the terrace or an evening gig.

The Mint Bar

★ 4.3 · 507 reviews

Discover The Mint Bar, a cocktail spot tucked into atmospheric underground vaults beneath a hotel. Sip inventive drinks beside granite columns in a dark, intimate room.

The George

★ 3.7 · 1,910 reviews

Discover The George, a Dublin favourite with a moody front bar and a lively club room behind it. Start with a drink under low lights, then move on to drag shows and DJ sets.

The Little Museum of Dublin

★ 4.7 · 5,838 reviews

Step inside The Little Museum of Dublin, a compact museum full of stories about how the city lived through the last century. Join a guided tour, handle the humour and the history, and discover why this small space leaves a big impression.