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Founded in 1983, Ireland's largest independent bookshop over two floors of new and used books.
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Bookshops in Dublin
The Atlas lists 35 independent bookshops in Dublin, 6 of them selling secondhand books — including 2 antiquarian booksellers. The densest cluster offers 6 possible stops over an estimated 2.3 km; actual walking routes may be longer.
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Independent bookshop
A Ranelagh shop repeatedly shortlisted as Ireland's best independent.
Independent bookshop · 8 Cow's Lane, Dublin
Opened in Temple Bar in 2009, during the downturn, with a second shop in Dalkey.
New & secondhand · 40 Ormond Quay Lower, D01 R9Y5 Dublin
A riverside shop across from the Ha'penny Bridge, with a restaurant upstairs.
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Independent bookshop · 270 Rathmines Road Lower, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 6 Harcourt Street, D02 VH98 Dublin
Independent bookshop · Finglas Road, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 43 Essex Street East, D02 Y306 Dublin
Independent bookshop · Rathmines Road Lower, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 36 Grafton Street, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 5-6 Crampton Quay, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 93a Morehampton Road, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 18 South Frederick Street, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · Terenure Road North, Dublin
Independent bookshop · 100 Rathgar Road, Dublin
Independent bookshop · Mary Street, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 62-63 Sitric Road, Dublin
Independent bookshop · 8 Merrion Square North, Dublin
Independent bookshop · 101 Terenure Road North, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 41 Dawson Street, Dublin
Independent bookshop · 73 Talbot Street, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · William Street South, Dublin
Independent bookshop · 43 Clarendon Street, Dublin
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Independent bookshop · 3 Aungier Street, Dublin
Independent bookshop · Nassau Street, Dublin
Bookshop questions: Dublin
- How many bookshops are listed in Dublin?
The Atlas currently lists 35 active bookshops in Dublin. This is the number in our directory, not a claim that every shop in the area has been recorded.
- Can I find secondhand bookshops in Dublin?
6 listed shops are categorised as selling secondhand books. Stock changes frequently; ask a shop directly if you need a particular book.
- Are the opening hours and accessibility details checked?
The Atlas displays available source information. A listing without opening hours or access details is incomplete, not necessarily closed or inaccessible. Check each shop's website and confirm anything essential before travelling.
- Can I plan a bookshop walk in Dublin?
Use the map and the crawl planner to choose stops close together. Displayed route distances are estimates, not turn-by-turn walking directions. Check crossings, hills, opening times and the actual walking route before setting off.
Plan a bookshop crawl- Can I add a shop or correct a listing?
Yes. Send the shop's name, location and a reliable website or other source. Suggestions and corrections are reviewed before changing the Atlas.
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