Best Places to go Christmas Shopping in Dublin
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It’s finally the most magical time of the year! The streets are twinkling, it’s cold outside but the pubs are full of cosy spots and hot beverages to drink. And, we mustn’t forget it’s time to shop for Christmas presents. Whether you’re looking for gifts for her or him, there’s a place in Dublin where you can find the ultimate presents for your friends or loved ones during your shopping trip. From enchanting Christmas markets to shopping centres and independent boutiques, you are sure to find what you are looking for.
The Christmas Markets
Christmas Markets are the perfect places to find a variety of handcrafted gifts and festive food stalls. Here's our top 3 Christmas Markets for 2025:
1. Our top pick for hand crafted Irish-produced gifts is the Contemporary Craft & Design Fair; the largest design fair in Ireland. Hosted in the RDS from December 3rd – 7th 2025 you will find the best of Irish design.
2. Christmas at Farmleigh Estate in The Phoenix Park has a small market with stall holders selling artisan food and unique gifts. Farmleigh House also hosts shows, sleigh rides, and more Christmas activities for the whole family.
3.Lastly Twinkle Town is returning to Smithfield Square for 2025. Shopping isn’t the primary focus of the market however it has everything from an Ice rink and Ferris Wheel to a Christmas Tavern and live shows.
Grafton Street
Main Shopping District
If there is one area where you should go Christmas Shopping is Grafton Street. Grafton Street is the most festive and decorated shopping street that directly lights up your Christmas spirit. There you will find the famous Brown Thomas department store for high-end and designer presents but also popular retail shops for a present for him or her.
St. Stephen’s Green
At the bottom of Grafton Street, you will find St. Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre where you can get your loved ones some Christmas tea and coffee from Gourmet Tea and Coffee World or kitchen homeware at Butlers.
Powerscourt Centre
Next on the list is Powerscourt Centre where you will find the finest presents. Powerscourt Centre is a popular spot steeped in history and you will find a vast array of shops from fashion, jewellery, candles, antiques, arts & crafts, and beauty. When leaving Powerscourt, head to Wicklow Street and Drury Street. These streets, a little more secluded, are full of fabulous boutiques. They’re great places to pick up gifts for the people in your life who love original presents.
Dundrum Town Centre
Are you on a tight schedule during your Christmas shopping break? Dundrum Town Centre is the answer. Park your car in our secure on-site car park at Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, just 15 minutes away. It’s the perfect place to find Christmas presents with 120 shops to choose from in the shopping centre. During the Christmas season you can also enjoy the excitement and magic of the Christmas displays. We heard that Santa Claus might also be coming to town!
Temple Bar
Vintage and Alternative Christmas gifts
If you’re looking for second-hand gifts, Temple Bar is one of the best places to find them. This famous tourist area is full of colourful shops selling high-end and second-hand vintage goods. The area is also full of art shops, bookstores and Irish gift shops. We particularly like Aunty Nellie’s vintage sweets and The Design House which supports small Irish designers and businesses.
Looking for shopping centres in Dublin? Our complete guide to Dublin shopping centres has you covered.
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