Holy amazing bookstore, Batman!!…read more This place is huge and stacked with books both used and new. Plus, upstairs is a plant shop and a cafe. The prices are great, and I found a few books that are hard to find in your average bookstore. Moreover, their organization and categorization is perfect, it virtually brought me to tears. Lastly, the service is friendly and nice. If you're a book lover, just go! Enjoy!

We had a goal to visit almost all bookstores in Dublin on our trip, and this one was our favorite…read morestop. Prices are reasonable, and they have a wide selection of both new and used books. I could have stayed an entire afternoon browsing their shelves.

Located on the banks of the River Liffey & steps from the Ha'Penny Bridge is one of Dublin's oldest…read moreindependent bookstores; The Winding Stair Bookshop packs a finely-curated selection of new & used books in a small space. In the spirit of its location, there's an area dedicated to Irish writers that is a must-browse. The store also carries the types of goodies that stationary lovers go feral over -- tote bags, cards, small & larger prints, etc. Serene ambiance, picturesque location, & staff that were eager to help. I wish I could've spent more time here, perhaps eating at the same-named restaurant upstairs, but alas, my time in Dublin was all too brief.

This indie bookstore is a must for any bookish person! I came across it because it's on pretty much…read moreevery Best Bookshops in Dublin list out there. And rightfully so. For starters, right at the center of the store, there is a super well-curated Read for Palestine table. And I'm here for any business showing solidarity. Next, the bookseller made some stellar recommendations when I asked for contemporary Irish literature recs. Currently reading The Amendments by Niamh Mulvey, and it'll be, without a doubt, one of my favorite reads of the year. Several more recs made it onto my TBR. Seriously, come here for a great selection of books, knowledgable staff, and to support a small business doing the right thing in these dark times

I absolutely love this bookstore! The store has a fantastic selection of books. The staff is…read moreprofessional and courteous . They were slammed at Christmas time . Happily they had every register open and I was in and out quickly with my purchases . 5 stars. My go to bookstore every time I am in Dublin.

I visited this bookstore after learning about its size and history. I'm a big book nerd so it was a…read moremust-see while in Dublin. This is three stories of books and it is worth taking a slow walk through! The books are new-book prices so they are a bit expensive but just seeing the huge selection of books and the huge store is enough. I ended up getting one book as a gift for a friend and a Hodges Figgis tote bag for myself. The people working here are friendly and knowledgeable. There is always someone around if you have any questions.

Being a bit of a second hand book freak, I often find it difficult to quickly make my way through…read moreTemple Bar on weekend afternoons as I am usually led astray by the tempting sight of dozens and dozens of books laid across their respective stalls and carts. So I am obviously a big fan. If you haggle you can save yourself a bindle and grab a great bargain.

After the first blush of pawing over the tables of new and old at the Temple Bar Book Market I'm…read morealmost always left feeling deflated. Too many romances and picture books of Ireland, never enough of the great vintage and quirky titles I always imagine wait in every bin and shelf. That said, I've grabbed some fantastic books here -including that delightful diorama / picture book of Irish phrases and words for under ten euro... later finding a slightly newer copy for an awful lot more in a bricks and mortar shop. Come with an open mind, enjoy the buzz of discovering something special, and have a chat to the vendors as you browse. Once you've found the perfect page turner, grab a seat at any of the open-air coffee shops just behind the market, settle in with an Americano... and enjoy.

As I was strolling through the streets of Dublin I was in the mood to get lost in exploration…read more After quite some time of walking through the busy streets, stopping for a nice flat white and bracing the Irish winter winds I decided to turn a corner and ended up stumbling upon this place. Those that know me know I am a complete book girly. What asked what my pass time and hobbies are books are the answer to both. So when I saw this place I knew it was a must to head in and see what magic awaited. As i walked in I could see the great selection of books offered. They also had date with a book in which you only have a clue summary about the book that gives you a brief exiting blurb to catch your eye. Loved that they make reading fun! If you're in the mood for coffee or pastries there is a cafe located upstairs which is the perfect place to relax while reading a book. If you're in Dublin this is a must see! Great books and cute cafe it's giving all the vibes for a perfect relaxed day.

Books Upstairs requires you to wander across a couple rooms on the ground floor and then through a…read moremulti-level upstairs (accessed from the far fiction section room) maze of used books of various genres. There's distinct literary vibe here, which took me awhile to get my bearings. There's lots of space to wander, of which both Gayle and I enjoyed. I only scratched this book store's surface, but did leave with nice literary journal and a book of poems titled Brink. The fellow old guy behind the counter pretty much left everybody along, and in my judgement not only knowing the time and being willing to tell you how the watch operated.

Read the curious fox, a beautiful publication and my first reaction was that this book will be…read morefeatured on the late late toy show this year. Well done to all concerned in the publication as it is one of the best childrens books I have read / seen. Pity it is not in hardback

From the owner: Veritas publishes a wide range of titles in a number of categories, such as education, theology,…read morescripture, prayer, spirituality, parenting, counselling, liturgical resources meditation and social issues. We also distribute for many leading Christian publishers from around the world. Veritas has eleven bookshops in Ireland: Abbey Street and Blanchardstown in Dublin, Belfast, Cork, Derry, Ennis, Letterkenny, Monaghan, Naas, Newry and Sligo. We also have a store in Lourdes! More than just a bookshop, we stock children's books, wedding resources, cards, rosary beads, religious gifts, DVDs, CDs, educational resources, music, candles and much more!

Right in the heart of Temple Bar, Connolly Books is the coolest bookstore in Dublin and maybe the…read morecoolest radical bookstore I've been in. Named after republican James Connelly, this book has cool texts on decolonization, racism, Irish history, and more.Their selection is well curated and great for leftists and history buffs. Everyone in the store while my partner and I were there were speaking Irish and it was exciting to be in the presence of folks speaking their native fanily language. Definitely check it out.

I love Connolly Books. It's run by a really nice elderly gent who is exactly the kind of person…read morethat I'd like to become when I age very ungracefully. They have very few books for a shop of its size, don't accept laser and is filled with political information pamphlets. All this and it sells cheap comics. Get in!

I love love LOVE the layout of this quaint little bookshop in Omni Park. So cute and old-fashioned…read more It's all on different levels and has wooden staircases leading to shelves upon shelves of great titles. They always have great little deals on the books at the front. I've recently heard a rumour that this place is closing down (in the Omni location) due to the growing popularity of the new bookshop with attached café on the new extension to the building. I really hope that's not true, this place is one of my favourite local bookshops.

A small-scale enterprise - doesn't have the resources or advertising engine of other high profile…read morebookstores. Still, it has something and has been an ever present feature of Omnipark, more or less, since its opening. 'Though having a small stock of books, it does have good bargains and cheap editions - at the moment, buy one get one free - some of which I've availed of over the years. This branch deserves credit for remaining here and is a testament to the little fish still prevailing.

If it wasn't for the short hours, I'd fall in love with this fantastic ethnic grocery!…read more Open since 2008 for Slovaks and Czechs living in Ireland who couldn't find their favourite food, magazines and treats from home in the larger Polish shops, Slovak Point is the much-needed specialist in food that's fresh and authentic. Think yummy cheeses, packaged pasta, jarred treats and fresh sausages. What's more, this shop is just the tip of a much larger cultural iceberg. Up front, the local events board by the till is a great place to find out about Cezch and Slovak bands coming to town. Online, there's discussion boards and articles written for local Slovaks on their adopted country, local events and more. The location on Arran Quay makes visiting a bit more of a trek -jump off the LUAS at Smithfield, head to the Quays and walk back towards Wolfe Tone Quay. If you've missed the opening hours there's always the online shop which offers even more of the stock in store.

From the owner: Slovak and Czech diary products, Slovak Craft, T-shirts, souvenirs, magazines.read more

The main bookstore is OK and a walked right by the Irish souvenir section. What I really…read moreappreciated here was the relatively extensive magazine selection of which I picked up a Guardian Weekly. I didn't see much in the Stationary Department of which the Eason Nassau branch nicely provided later in my trip.

The Daddy of the Easons family, or at least the overgrown steroids pumped son. This place is huge,…read moreand seems to answer the eternal question: "what would Dunnes look like if they sold books?". There are other features though, other than feeling like a Dunnes. Like the classics section in the basement, where you can track down pretty much anything. They also sell schoolbooks there....whoo! Moving on swiftly, the ground floor is crammed with all the latest best sellers as well as any magazines you could possibly want. Even my own personal favorite "Air Rifle Monthly".