10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands That You Shouldn't Miss

Brimming with books on every imaginable subject, Charlie Byrne’s is Ireland’s best-loved independent bookshop in the heart of Galway City, stocking over 100,000 new, bargain and secondhand books!

Since 1979 we have been Screen Printing our original designs on premium quality garments in all styles for all ages. We have a unique approach to printing our designs with vibrant inks onto a wide range of colourfull , quality shirts. Repeat visits from customers with 20-year old shirts tell us that we're doing the right thing. Come visit us at our shop where you can watch the shirts being individually screen printed, hear the legends and folklore of ancient Ireland and learn about the origin of Celtic design. We are located on the Old Promenade in Lahinch, Co. Clare, Ireland, with the Atlantic Ocean on our doorstep.Choose that perfect unique gift or souvenir that is designed and printed locally and captures the delicate beauty of Irish art. We custom print t-shirts in bulk, check out our website if you have an event or business that needs shirts. We do group t-shirt printing workshops that last 2 hours, ideal for small tour groups and older children. Email or call for more info!

Hand-crafted, kiln-formed fused glass, inspired by the moods and colours of the Connemara landscape, the beautiful coastal region in the west of Ireland. Workshop visits and taster-courses available.

Visit Celtic Crystal Factory and Visitor Center where Irish motifs, culture and history are reflected in our beautiful, hand-crafted crystal. Each piece is designed, hand-cut and sold in Moycullen, Co.Galway. Glass-cutting demonstrations are provided by our master-cutters by appointment and are free of charge. We also carry our own exclusive range of Celtic Crystal Jewellery in traditional and Contemporary designs as well as a wide range of Fashion Knitwear,Woolens and Giftware.

Kilbaha Gallery & Crafts, located on the road to Loop Head Lighthouse in West Clare, is the perfect place to stop on your Loop Head journey, to browse and buy local art, photography, crafts and artisan produce - to pick up locally produced postcards and souvenirs - to experience and learn about local heritage -(Inc the Henry Blake Story) benefit from local knowledge and tourist information - sip a coffee in a family friendly, welcoming environment - and overall, relax and enjoy yourself.

Johnny and Annie started creating unique hand crafted jewellery in 1973. Since then the business has developed with the help of their son Jonathan who is carrying on the family tradition and now manages the business. Their full collection of jewellery can be seen at their flagship store in Clifden, where there is a full open plan workshop to see the jewellery being made. They also have a small retail shop at the Cliffs of Moher.

We are the Ultimate Home and Gift Shopping Experience based in the heart of Athleague, Co. Roscommon.Ireland. Instagram @townandcountryinteriors Facebook - Town and Country Interiors

The perfect stop for stress free shopping and a relaxing cuppa & cake! Huge selection of Crafts, Design & Textiles. Free Parking, Tax Free Shopping, Worldwide Shipping , Expert Advice. Carrying brands including McConnell,Enibas, Solvar, Wild Goose, Foxford Woolen Mills, Mucross Weavers, Studio Donegal, Ireland’s Eye, Castle Arch pottery, Irish Handmade Glass & Aran Woollen Mills, Aran Crafts, Lee River as well as many more!

Take a tour of a working woollen mill and discover the process of textile manufacturing in a historical context. Talk to the makers and observe how scarves are made. You will also have the opportunity to visit the McKernan Woollen Mills shop which offers a great selection of colourful and contemporary scarves, some at outlet prices.