Highly recommend getting your keepsake jewelry from here. They are so nice. The quality is amazing…read moreand the price is reasonable. Can't wait to go back!

It is easy to see why the Aran Woollen Store has such a good reputation. Their sweaters and scarfs…read moreare beautiful and feel incredibly soft against your skin. Their quality and workmanship has helped them become a symbol for Ireland and the Aran Islands. As a tourist I made a point to visit. I was excited to shop here although the prices were very high for many of the items that I loved. They do have beautiful scarfs for a decent price and very affordable sweaters but I kept finding myself back in front of the more expensive sweaters. They are incredibly soft, feel so comfortable and come in many pretty colors. I eventually decided to purchase one online. I was told that they were going to be offering holiday pricing and the savings will offset the shipping. This store also has many tourist type merchandise for sale and a discount room upstairs.

Great service. Very high quality and great designer ranges. Lucy the owner so friendly and…read morehelpful. Really goes out of her way to give you what your searching for and what looks great on you. Definately a pampering and relaxing experience. Shoe Heaven in the Latin Quarter :)

Love this store, I was only introduced to it late last year but every pair of shoes/boots or…read morehandbags I bought were here!! It caters for all age groups, I always have something in mind to buy for myself or someone else! The owner is very friendly and helpful, 5stars are well deserved!

Excellent selection of Claddagh jewelery and other nice pieces for every budget. Emma was…read moreParticularly great, can't thank her enough for helping me find exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!

Worst customer service! In late April, 2026, my husband and…read moreI took a 10-day trip to Europe to celebrate our 20th anniversary. While in Galway, we stopped into Claddagh Jewelers. I found a lovely Claddagh ring that was a more delicate style than is traditional, but it was in yellow gold, not white gold, which is what I usually wear. No worries - I was told they could custom make one for me in white gold and mail it. After checking for proper size, I ordered the ring, paid for it, including shipping, and returned home and waited. The ring arrived May 22, and I was so excited, only to open the box and find they sent the same ring - in yellow gold - that I had tried on! The receipt clearly states, "9k white gold Claddagh ring". I emailed the shop right away, get detailed instructions for returning the ring, including how to handle customs paperwork. After 3 trips to 2 different post offices (no one seemed to know how to handle the customs form), and at a cost of over $70, I was finally able to return it. And then I waited. On August 3, I reached out to the shop inquiring as to the status, and they tell me they did not receive the ring. I checked the shipping QR code and it appeared that the ring was being returned to me! Sure enough, I received the same ring back. Apparently, the ring was sitting in Customs in Ireland from June 23 to August 1. Per customs documents, the package cleared customs, so it seems Claddagh Jewellers dropped the ball yet again. I reached out to the shop, and they wanted me to return the ring; stating that they'd provide a pre-paid label (why didn't they do that when I was returning the wrong ring, which was completely their mistake?). So basically, they want me to return the ring, trusting that after they screwed up twice, this time they'll get it right. If I do that, they will have my money and the ring I purchased and I will be left with nothing except a very bad taste in my mouth over the whole ordeal, and no shred of hope that I will get the proper ring that I ordered. There are many purveyors of Claddagh rings in Galway; I wish that I had gone to Thomas Dillon.

The Little Tin House is the cutest free standing gift and home accessories shop. The atmosphere is…read morehappy and upbeat. It was a lot of fun poking around this store. They have a nice selection of items that cover a wide range of needs. It was obvious that the buyer has a sense of humor because I chuckled a few times at the cute signage with funny or witty sayings. These little finds kept the shopping atmosphere light and fun. The glassware was beautiful and I loved the jewelry selection. There was lots of holiday merchandise and gift options that included young children. They also have a few clothing items that were adorable. The staff was welcoming and inviting.

Shine ladies fashion is a popular contemporary fashion store for the young and slightly older…read morefemales in the south west of Ireland. Jewellery is a major part of the shops trade. Dresses are flirty and frivolous and are displayed with flair and art. The owner Nina Warde is young and arty and adds to the overall feel of walking into a gallery in which you are a participant. Freshly brewed coffee in antique China cups is at the ready at all times and you can find gentlemen from around town just calling in for the coffee and chat with Nina or her very attractive and welcoming assistant, Sylvia - no sign of her mother. Call and see for yourself

After a visit to the U.S in the early 90's I was introduced to the beautiful fragrances of Yankee…read moreCandles.It was impossible to find them in Ireland back then but how things have changed in recent years and I no longer have to pack my case with the jars when I visit the U.S. I recently had the chance to visit Yankee's on Lower Abbey gate St in Galway. It's a pretty decent sized store packed with all your favourite Yankee candles along with a pretty good selection of shades and other Yankee accessories. I managed to pick myself up a new edition Christmas Shade for €14 instead of the top price of €21, which I think is a little expensive anyhow. It's well worth checking out if you are stuck for a gift for that special someone or like me you are just a huge Yankee Candle fan!

If you live in the Galway area and are looking for that exclusive outfit, super dressy or super…read morecasual, look no further than the best exclusive boutique in the West - Design House Barna - at least in my humble opinion! I came across Design House Barna a few years ago while on a weekend visit to Galway and have made it my business to go there whenever I visit that lovely area. But imagine my delight when I discovered last week that Design House Barna has opened a second glorious shop in Oranmore! This is just a brilliant location as it means I can now drop into Oranmore on my way down to Galway city instead of having to drive further out west to Barna. I was in Galway last Thursday and discovered to my absolute delight that the Oranmore shop was actually having an official opening that very day and even better every customer got 20% off as well as a fabulous free gift, plus champagne, chocolates, manicures and all sorts of goodies! The clothes stocked in this amazing shop are luxurious and fabulous - I'm talking the very best of cashmere, fine wools etc - but at very affordable prices - and lots of Irish designers. You will rarely find such an exclusive collection in any other boutique and you will certainly get that one-off item here that you will not find anywhere else. In fact, you can get dressed head to toe here, as they have lovely winter boots and scarves at the moment, not to mention the selection of warm coats and jackets. But what constantly impresses me most of all, and the reason for my 5 star rating, is the fantastic personal attention to each and every customer without pushing you into buying an item. The staff are the friendliest and most helpful I have ever come across. The owner, Regina, seems to give extra special attention to her customers., and from my experience, gives regular discounts to repeat customers - what a wonderful reward for loyalty in these times of 'tight pursed' shoppers - no wonder they have opened a second store - it's not just the wonderful and amazing clothes that makes Design House Barna extra special!