This is one of the oldest bookstores in Dublin. The main entrance has beautiful large windows with…read morebook displays. The Grafton Street entrance is a little less ornate. The store has several floors with a large selection of books. It has lots of Irish literature and Irish authors as well as fiction, travel, cooking, children's box and lots of others. Prices are comfortable to other bookstores. The staff were very helpful in finding books and recommending books. I would highly recommend a visit if you are 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.

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.

I love visiting bookshops on vacation and this one was cute! A little tight inside, but clean and…read morewell organized. The staff were not the friendliest, but it was pretty busy. The Winding Stair Restaurant is a huge 0/5 for me though. They criticized me for trying to just get a drink after a long day of walking. I've never been to a restaurant that you had to order food with cocktails. Bummer, but it wasn't that cute anyway.

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.

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.

Hells yes, this is 'Dublin' to me. The kind of Dublin you hope will manage to stick around though…read moreboom and bust and everything in between. Going about business with a quiet stalwart dignity, unfazed by trends and the need to be shiny and the next new hip thing, instead very much it's own. This place sells books, well curated second hand and new ones. The selection is pretty good considering they don't have a lot of space, and I love the way they are laid out on the central tables so you can have a gawp or a good auld rummage. That's exactly the pleasure of this place too; you go in for a look and leave with something unexpected. It's not really a bookshop you go to with a singular book in mind to purchase - sure we have Chapters for that, this place is far more enchanting and perhaps, some might say, disorganized. There's also a great second hand music store in the back (Freebird Records) with a brill Blues section and decently priced CDs and vinyl too. Long may this place last. Go in with no expectations and you may well find yourself charmed.

A literal hidden gem. If you're not looking for Secret Book Store, it would be easy to miss, but a…read morefun spot for a quick browse. They had a decent variety of used books, though nothing caught my eye. In a busy area with lots of other shops to visit nearby.

Once upon a time, we fell into this lovely bookstore. Great options and neatly organized. It is not…read morehuge, but if you are looking for a bestseller and/or Irish books this is a good stop. We purchased several books we just couldn't leave without. If I were to make a suggestion, I would want to make certain the people in the checkout are personable. There were three people present today (staff) while we were there. I believe I was "helped" by the manager - she seemed to be training someone(?). Customer service was not her strong suit to say the least. Perhaps a bad day? Otherwise, a worthwhile stop. The end.

Dubray Books is a nice 3-leve shop (including Cafe) on Grafton Street. It was busy the day I walked…read morein, and has a good selection of Irish Authors, and various political sections that match the Irish psyche. Nice place to hang out, and with very helpful staff.

Cute, independent, little bookstore filled with novels, humorous, informative and kids books plus…read moreother items such as gift cards, wrapping paper, novelty items and puppets. Bright, modern and located centrally in Temple Bar. Good selection of art books. A lovely shop to browse and great for gift purchases.

Just a note on Gutter's fantastic (and growing) bookclub nights: GO…read more I'm just back (er, in the last few hours) from the Contemporary Books night where lively discussion and great ideas were the name of the game. As first meetings go, this one has a great vibe; reading the book of the month isn't necessary and visitors are welcome to sit in and stir the pot. Owner Bob's smooth chat encourages conversation and as it's a democracy the group decides the next month's book. Space fills quickly so be sure to email the shop to let them know you're on your way. I'll be there -will I save you a seat?

Although the exterior is kind of off-putting (it looks like a bathhouse), the Bookmart is actually…read morea decent shop where you can find some good buys. Its location on Talbot is unusual because this street doesn't exactly scream literary crowd. I'd say that the majority of people who wander in are interested in the Playstation section because all the games are displayed in the front of the shop. Posters inside advertise that the shop takes in your old games in exchange for some of theirs. The shop has a similar scheme with the used books. All this swapping is very communist! It also offers you three books for the price of two which is a good deal considering that the average price of one book is 5 Euro. It doesn't just stock harlequins and murder mysteries either. There's a section of Irish fiction and a bookcase of top sellers. The DVD section is pretty weak so I'd stick to either book or game shopping.

Despite, bearing the name of a bookshop this place seems to really specialise in its video games…read moreand games repairs rather than those bound collections of paper with writing on it. They do all kinds of books and video games exchanges and if you're looking to unload yourself from those college textbooks and get some more drinking money than this is your place.

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!

I always turn to Eason for my stationary and college supplies, birthday cards and magazines. They…read moreare probably the only bookstore in Dublin with the largest selection of magazines from every category, from gaming, photography and economy to cooking and fashion. I don't think any other store sells all this. You can also just stand and read without worrying about being thrown out of the store as you sometimes would in smaller newsagents. In terms of books, it has a large selection of books from almost every category as well as school books on the lower ground floor and a science section on the 2nd. Although it doesn't house obscure books or books for third level, it does have a large selection of general books always has stock of new releases and the most popular books. The stationary and art section is on the second floor and is pretty complete with almost everything one could possible need to school/ work, and they have a decent selection of art supplies, sketchbooks, paint etc. Kobo e-readers are also sold here by the way. However, I find the prices of books here to be a tad bit high but still comparable to other local bookstores but more expensive than online.

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.