County Antrim
This nonprofit social enterprise sells handcrafted ceramics, soaps, art and textiles by some 60 Irish designer makers. There are some fine pieces to be…
Must-see shopping in Northern Ireland
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Belfast
At Ulster University, this dynamic artshop sells pieces by students, alumni and other local designer makers, including graphics and prints, sculptures,…
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Belfast
This shop and exhibition space displays the work of more than 40 local designers and artists. High-quality pieces include ceramics, artwork, cushions,…
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Belfast
With three floors filled with pieces by local artists and designers, Souk is the perfect place to pick up Belfast-themed items including pottery, printed…
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Derry (Londonderry)
Run by local artists and designers, Smart Swag sells original and unusual pieces such as jewellery made from vinyl records, upcycled furniture, screen…
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Belfast
Specialising in crime fiction (and even appearing in print in Colin Bateman's Mystery Man series), this small, independent bookshop run by friendly and…
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Belfast
This whiskey museum and shop has more than 200 different whiskeys for sale as well as displays of old whiskey paraphernalia and 600 bottles from the…
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Derry (Londonderry)
A handful of craft shops sell Derry crystal, handwoven cloth, ceramics, jewellery and other local craft items in this renovated courtyard. One of the best…
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Belfast
This city-centre showroom sells a range of stylish, contemporary, handmade jewellery in silver, gold and platinum, from the Steensons workshop in Glenarm,…
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County Antrim
At the Ecos Nature Park, this food shop sells organic and biodynamic produce from the on-site gardens and local farms. Pick up seasonal fruit and fresh…
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Belfast
This small subterranean shop has won prizes for its hand-crafted chocolates made using raise trade (a step up from fair trade) chocolate from Madagascar…
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Belfast
This modern shopping mall is set around a soaring atrium topped by a vast glass dome, with a viewing platform. It's filled with upmarket chains, including…
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Belfast
Bright and welcoming independent bookstore with a good selection of fiction and non-fiction, including Irish literature and children's books. Staff are…
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Belfast
Attached to the excellent Reids Florist, this small, family-run homewares store sells beautiful ornaments, vases, greetings cards and fun gifts like…
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County Antrim
Some of Ireland's top artists are represented at this small gallery that's packed full with paintings, photography, ceramics and sculptures. The…
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Belfast
Acoustic instruments, from guitars and mandolins to penny whistles and bodhráns (hand-held goatskin drums), fill the shelves here, along with books of…
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Belfast
Easily recognised by the gaggle of Goths hovering outside the door, this place has been around for decades but remains a cult favourite for hippie and…
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Belfast
In addition to offering knitting and crochet classes, arty Wicker Man sells a wide range of contemporary Irish crafts and gifts, including silver…
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Derry (Londonderry)
One of Northern Ireland's best independent record shops, Cool Discs has a wide selection of music by Irish artists old and new and sells concert tickets.
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Derry (Londonderry)
This huge, four-level mall just outside the eastern city walls contains a Marks & Spencer, Eason bookshop and other high-street chain stores.
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Belfast
You could lose hours browsing the crammed shelves of this secondhand bookshop, that's been in business since 1928.
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Belfast
This compact shop spread over two floors is packed full with vintage clothing, shoes, records and books.
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Belfast
This 1950s-style shop sells fudge, candy, chocolates, toffee apples and other traditional sweets made by hand. Book ahead for child-friendly candy-making…
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Belfast
The gift shop at Titanic Belfast sells a range of memorabilia and souvenirs, including replica dinner services, vintage posters and books.
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Belfast
A warren of curios and collectables including Irish silver, brass, pub memorabilia, militaria, books and light fittings.
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Derry (Londonderry)
Jewellery, militaria, bric-a-brac and collectables cram this interesting little antique shop.
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Belfast
General fiction, nonfiction and Lonely Planet guidebooks, plus a cafe on the 1st floor.
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Belfast
This Ormeau Rd shop stocks bicycles and accessories, though it doesn't rent them out.
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