I'm not really a shopping centre person but when it's 8 o'clock on a Thursday night and I need hair…read moredye, a new outfit for the weekend, dog food and the weekly food shop there's really only one place to go. And in fairness where else can you do hours of shopping see a movie and have dinner without paying a cent for parking ?? The food side of the centre has improved massively in the last year - it used to just be fast food but now they have Wagamana, Captain Americas, Milano, Nandos amongst others.

Look, I'm not the biggest proponent of shopping centres. They're too packed, too bright, too hot,…read moretoo packed, not enough independent shops, and eh, they're too packed. So Blanch is no different. It's always rammed. It has the usual mix of high street shops and cheap eats. It does have an added benefit (depending on your perspective!) of being surrounded by outlets and bigger retail parks as well, so you can do your clothes shopping in the centre, then get your house-y stuff in the bigger ones on the outskirts. If you're into getting all your shopping done at once, and don't mind shopping centres, to be honest, it's not half bad. It does seem to have a greater selection of more 'value' shops than Liffey Valley and Dundrum if you're on more of a budget, which is good. Pro Tip: I have found on two occasions that all the carparks were full except the multi-story one on the Debenhams / M&S side, so if you're having problems finding somewhere to park, give that area a goo.

A small shopping centre that caters to the locals. It has a newsagents, butchers, flower shop,…read morepharmacy, hairdressers, Chinese takeaway and supermarket. There's a fair amount of parking in front and to the side. For a small shopping centre is has quite a lot of foot traffic. The newsagents even sets up a stall outside on Sundays to deal with the queues.

Nothing wrong with the shopping centre itself however the manager of the shipping centre is a…read moredisgrace!! I overheard her giving out to a mother because they child was crying when getting his hair cut, in a KID FRIENDLY hairdressers! This behaviour is absolutely apwaling and despicable! A parent should be entitled to get their child's hair cut. It is a stressful time as it is for both parents and children, the last thing they need is a grumpy staff member to add to it. The manager of the shopping centre should feel ashamed and be held accountable for making customers feel this way. The staff member in Kiddies Kutz was brilliant so this is no reflection on her but the manager should be ashamed of herself! Wouldn't return.

Ah the great Irish tradition of buildings that do pretty much the exact same thing sitting directly…read moreacross the road from one another. It started with churches, then the nineties hit and we could afford something other than guilt-so they put two shopping centers either side of the Blackrock 'bypass'. A triumph of public planning. The only real difference between the Frascati and Blackrock shopping centers is that one has Superquinn and the other has Marks and Sparx. Also, Frascati has a MacDonalds. Whooo!

What a beautiful building! The building has a Victorian building with amazing metal work both…read moreinside and outside. The inside has an arched metalwork ceiling and a large clock. The upper floors have beautiful metalwork railings. Lots of stores selling a variety of stuff! A casual restaurant is on the top floor. The mall has Wi-Fi. It was light and bright inside. It was a great place to escape the rain.

If you're wandering around Grafton Street, as tourists often find themselves doing in Dublin,…read moreyou're bound to run into Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. Its most-unique greenhouse architecture allows so much natural light to come through the glass roof. I absolutely loved the look of it. We took a stroll through all three floors. Having never been to the country, I was unfamiliar with most of the shops, but I took note of the few I recognized (Boots, TK Maxx, Claire's.) We were momentarily tempted to try the Chinese restaurant upstairs but thought better of it. Restrooms are also located on the uppermost level. Not super bustling, seemed to be going the way of most malls. And although I wasn't taken by any store in particular, I enjoyed the structure's design & seeing what a Dublin shopping centre has to offer.

Stillorgan Village Centre was a short walk from our hotel in Stillorgan, so we popped into this…read moreshopping center several times during our stay. The center is nicely updated and features several retail shoppes plus a solid variety of eateries, chained and local. We visited the Tesco, Starbucks and The Natural Bakery during our visits here. The grounds are well kept and everywhere seemed very clean. The walkways are wide and equipped with seating throughout. There are maps and directional signs as well, which were very helpful. We wandered around window shopping and popping into the random outlets. It was a nice way to spend some time without having to drive far or hop on a bus. Overall, Stillorgan Village was a solid find for us and came in clutch on more than one occasion during our time in Stillorgan!

This is Irelands first, and therefore oldest, shopping centers. As a shopping centre it's actually…read morequite nice to walk around. It predates piped music and is closer to being on a street than say, Stephens Green Shopping Centre. Still, the shops aren't great. And in parts, the old girl is starting to show her age.

Fun vibe and nice selection of stores. Enjoyed walkign thru at Christmas time - was super busy and…read morefestive. Check it out!

I don't like this shopping centre. I find it very confusing, can't find what I'm looking for & I…read morealways find it very crowded for my liking, especially during Covid. Don't think I'll be going back any time soon

Merrion Shopping Centre is my favourite place to do my weekly shopping. The Tesco there is huge…read moreand nice to stroll unhurriedly around. The newsagents is open on Sundays, has all the papers, cards and old-fashioned sweets at the till. It also has a hardware shop (perfect for that random DIY thing you need) and a chemist. One of the chemists also has lovely gift things. It has a zumo in case you're doing your shopping a little hungover and sometimes there's a health-food/nut stall at the door. There's also a hairdressers. Merrion Centre covers all the bases and all of the "just-in-case" things that might occur to you that you need while doing your weekly shop. Parkings free with a maximum stay of 2 hours.

A quick addition to Natalies review…read more... again it is a fine place to shop and the opening hours of the Tesco are designed to make sure you are rarely if ever stuck (I have had several emergency nappy / calpol / milupa / formula drives at 11pm to prove it). However if you are driving into the carpark take heed - the first speed bump at the bottom of the ramp means business - I go over it at snails pace and it still jars the car something rotten!

I almost walked into Powerscourt Townhouse Centre expecting a typical shopping center, but it…read moreturned out to be one of Dublin's most beautiful hidden architectural gems. Originally built as an 18th-century Georgian townhouse, the building has been thoughtfully transformed into a shopping and dining destination while preserving so much of its historic charm. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by elegant staircases, intricate plaster ceilings, sparkling chandeliers, and a stunning glass-covered atrium that fills the space with natural light. I spent as much time admiring the architecture as I did browsing the boutique shops. The indoor greenery, unique independent retailers, and inviting cafés create a relaxed atmosphere that's a welcome break from the busy streets of Dublin. It's the kind of place where you can slow down, enjoy a coffee, and appreciate the craftsmanship surrounding you. For photographers, this is an outstanding location. Every floor offers new angles of the atrium, staircases, and historic architectural details, making it easy to fill your camera with beautiful images. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, shopping, or simply discovering places that many visitors overlook, Powerscourt Townhouse Centre is absolutely worth a stop. It's a wonderful example of how Dublin has preserved its heritage while giving historic buildings a vibrant new purpose.

This is a pretty special shopping center made from a very fancy historical townhouse aka mansion…read more Inside you'll find some of the best retailers in the city as well as beautiful restaurants and bars. There are some amazing estate jewelry shops, a fantastic florist, Irelands oldest gentleman's clothing store and much more. Free to enter this place is definitely worth the visit even if you're just window shopping or people watching.