About Secret Book & Record Store
In the heart of The Liberties, part of greater Kilmainham area in Dublin 8, this quirky gem ranks high among best bookshops in Kilmainham Dublin. A true independent, it blends second-hand books with vinyl records, fostering a bohemian vibe on Cecilia Street. Dive into crates of rare punk singles, folk LPs, and stacks of dog-eared novels from Joyce to Kavanagh. The musty aroma of old vinyl and yellowed pages transports you to Dublin's counterculture past; fairy lights and mismatched furniture add cosy intimacy. Ideal for vinyl hunters and literary scavengers on your 10 days in Dublin itinerary.
What to Expect
Eclectic mix: Irish lit, sci-fi, philosophy books alongside indie, jazz, rock records. Budget prices for treasures. Owners, music-book obsessives, spin tales of finds. Open most days; expect narrow aisles packed floor-to-ceiling. Sensory: crackle of demo records playing softly, street busker echoes from Meath Street outside.
Insider Tips
Haggle gently for bundles; Thursday restocks bring fresh hauls. Pair with Liberties Walking Tour nearby, then unwind here. Seek out Irish press poetry chapbooks or 80s Dublin punk sleeves. Locals love the hidden nook vibe; avoid peak evenings. For 'independent bookshops Kilmainham area', it's unmissable. Cycle from Kilmainham Gaol in 15 minutes via South Circular Road. Dublin drizzle? Prime for hours-long digs.
This spot pulses with Dublin's artistic underbelly; discover forgotten B-sides mirroring Heaney poems. Events like listening nights amplify community feel. As your local guide, urge lingering chats over rare finds.