About Hodges Figgis
While a touch further afield on Dawson Street, Hodges Figgis earns its spot in Drumcondra area recommendations as Dublin's grand dame of bookshops, reachable by quick Luas from Connolly Station near Drumcondra. Ireland's oldest bookshop, established 1764, sprawls over four floors with 200,000+ titles, from bestsellers to academic tomes on Celtic mythology. The high ceilings and polished shelves exude history, with the aroma of new bindings inviting endless browsing.
A flagship for book lovers venturing from Drumcondra, it stocks vast Irish sections including north Dublin histories and GAA epics, plus events with big-name authors.
What to Expect
Massive range: all genres, stationery, coffee shop. Mid prices, events calendar.
Insider Tips
Join loyalty scheme for discounts; Luas from Drumcondra stops nearby. Hunt rare Dublin prints. Timeless stop for comprehensive reads.