Top Things to do in Ireland
Things to do in Ireland, Ireland: The Best Shopping
Woven with wild greenery and Gaelic legends, the Emerald Isle is one of Europe’s most prized jewels. Rugged Atlantic beaches and mystery-shrouded sites rub shoulders with the cosmopolitan cities of Belfast and Dublin, where literary history and warm Irish hospitality are always in abundance.
Restaurants in Ireland
1. Swallows Studio
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
2. Kinsale Pottery and Arts Centre
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5.0 based on 67 reviews
Kinsale Pottery and Arts Centre offer short courses in a wide range of arts and crafts throughout the year. These include pottery, stained and fused glass, jewellery-making, mosaics, batik, needle felting, weaving and rag weaving,sculpting in silver and childrens arts and crafts. We specialise in one-day workshops and weekend breaks for visitors, and half-day sessions for groups of between 6 and 50 people. The Centre also has a large gallery of Adrian Wistreich's ceramics.
3. Doreen Drennan Art Studio, Garden & Lodge.
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
NEW... unique and tranquil one bedroom lodge available for holiday rental. The studio and garden is situated between Doolin and Lisdoonvarna on the edge of the Burren and within site of the Cliffs of Moher. This apartment is situated in the home of a local artist amidst beautiful gardens. Guests are free to enjoy the gardens and visit the onsite Art Gallery .Original paintings and Fine Art prints available to purchase.Directions ,from Lisdoonvarna town centre take the N67 towards Doolin, at first T junction turn right on to R477, at Y junction immediately after turn right staying on R477, continue to first crossroads turn left onto R5064 where there is an Art Studio sign, its the 3rd. property on the right , full journey from centre Lisdoonvarna 2 kilometre approx.Postal code V95TR20
4. The Carol Cronin Gallery
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5.0 based on 81 reviews
The Carol Cronin Gallery is also a working studio. Visitors can see the original seascape paintings in the gallery, meet the artist and see works in progress.
Reviewed By 747nualam
We loved Carol’s gallery, we had to go back a second day! Her work is astounding, especially how she can capture the sea and skies in their beauty and enormity. Well worth going to! Bought her book whilst there. We were also lucky enough to meet her on our first day. Such a lovely lady. Well worth visiting!
5. The Gallery Whitehead
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
Art Gallery with three galleries showing artworks by new and emerging artists as well as traditional oils and watercolour's, also ceramics and edwardian prints. There is an exhibition of different artists in Gallery 3 which changes every month Also there are guided tours of the Edwardian House here lasting 40 minutes Entry to The Gallery Whitehead is free Tours of the Edwardian house £4 per person
Reviewed By Steveodo - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
I had a very enjoyable visit here. The gallery now hosts different shows in different rooms. Cynthia, the curator, is there in person, and was happy to tell me more about what was currently on show. One room had the last-ever public exhibition of a set of black and white photographs taken at Auschwitz. They were present-day images, with a few tourists in some of the images. This may be the most haunting place on Earth to see, and the views selected were arresting. In the front room of the Edwardian building I was very interested to see that Cynthia had painted the actual walls - a great idea - with plant designs. Her own giant canvases of stylised bats and giraffes are wonderfully colourful. Out the back is the Conservatory Gallery, which had a new show by a local artist. Each month the exhibits change, so its worth returning regularly. Free entry.
6. Strandhill People's Market
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5.0 based on 93 reviews
he Strandhill People's Market started in May of 2013. During the Summer months the market is held on the beach front in Strandhill, Co. Sligo directly behind The Strand Bar. During the winter months the market moves to it's indoor location at hangar 1 in Sligo Airport. Carry out your weekly shopping, meet a friend for a coffee, and entertain the kids.
Reviewed By audreymcg2018 - Strandhill, Ireland
Fantastic atmosphere, amazing variety of food stalls, to arts & crafts, entertainment by musicians. definitely not to be missed
7. The Quay Gallery
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5.0 based on 75 reviews
The Quay Gallery Westport is now providing Needle Felting and Jewelry Making Workshops. The Gallery opened its doors in May 2014 - this venture is the brainchild of three like-minded local artists Sue Basler, Victoria Foutz and Suzie Sullivan. They have created an eclectic and innovative space where clients can buy a range of handmade Irish craft in a relaxed environment, meeting the artists and seeing them at work. You can now also take part in felting and jewelry workshops in the gallery. For more info check the gallery facebook or get just give us a call.
Reviewed By fionnualag167
Fantastic welcome from Saileen and what a wonderful choice of unique art. Well done to all the artist involved
8. The Art House Ireland Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 214 reviews
The Art House is a unique 21st Century Irish Art/Craft Gallery. The gallery is also the Studios of (owner) Independent, Multidisciplinary and Award Winning Artist Brian O'Doherty. The aim of the Art House Gallery is to showcase the best Arts/Crafts of the Wild Atlantic Way.
Reviewed By Pavlova1958
Immensely enjoyed my visit to this fabulous gallery. Work had an international aspect as well as depicting the Irish landscape in a multifaceted way. My visit was all the more enriched by a personal sharing from artist owner whose work was really the star of the show.
9. Rathcormac Artisan Food and Craft Market
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By MikeK3075
First Class freshly baked pastries and pies The best Apple Pie I've had in years. Friendly staff and easy parking for the market. Located on the left before the W.B. Yates church. Top Class artist made items and lovely selection of Aran Sweaters half the normal price for Irish fashion sweaters that last years. Mike Kelly. Birmingham. B144PF.
10. Foust Gallery
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Foust Gallery is a studio gallery showcasing the artwork of Sara Foust and fine craft artists in Co. Clare. Discover Sara Foust’s vibrant paintings of the Clare landscapes, and watch the artist paint while you browse her work. The gallery is a bright and welcoming place to view art, with a vast selection of paintings and a wide array of fine gifts, cards and books. Foust Gallery is an anchor gallery of the Ennistymon Art Trail, and featured in documentaries about the Burren and the local area. Ennistymon is a hidden gem of artists, musicians, writers and poets, and a landscape to inspire them all.
