Wondering what to bring home from Dublin? We have spent plenty of time browsing Irish craft and design shops for gifts we would actually use at home.
These four city-centre shops were our favorites for homewares, books, cards and handmade pieces. We have also kept a note on a pottery studio we loved, with its changed visitor status clearly marked.
For the rest of the trip, start with our Dublin city guide.
Our favourite Irish craft and design shops
Avoca
11-13 Suffolk Street, Dublin 2 – and various locations across Ireland (some worth a stop on a road trip in Ireland) Avoca Suffolk Street
Avoca has a lot to explore, ranging from ceramics, clothes, and perfumes to books, soaps, notebooks, cards, and much more. Hunt through the store for gorgeous gifts and accessories for the home.
Industry & Co
41 A/B Drury Street, Dublin 2 Industry & Co website
The award-winning shop is one of our favorites. The store is filled with lamps, ceramics, blankets, design books, tableware, vases, rugs, and furniture from local Irish designers as well as designers from Europe, the US, and Japan. The in-store café is one of our favorite people-watching coffee shops in town.
Designist
68 South Great George’s Street, Dublin 2 website
This design-led gift and homeware shop is good for cards, stationery, kitchenware and playful presents from Irish and international makers. Its South Great George's Street address is listed on the current shop website.
Irish Design Shop
41 Drury Street, Dublin 2 website
For those who love craft, design, and an appreciation for Irish heritage craft. The shop prides itself on promoting the work of some of Ireland’s most exciting designer-makers and carries jewelry, handwoven blankets from Mayo, locally made soaps, art print, books, and gifts for children.
Arran Street East: a former favorite
We loved the simple, hand-thrown pottery at its Dublin studio near the old fruit and vegetable market. The brand's current homepage thanks visitors for their support over the years, while older workshop pages remain online. We could not confirm that the studio shop still welcomes drop-in shoppers, so contact the makers before making a special trip.