Shoutout Kevin!!! Absolute legend, one of the nicest dudes I've ever met, amazing customer service…read more Helped us out massively, definitely will be back :)

Aside from Sub-city, the only place you should really bother looking for comics in Dublin is…read moreForbidden planet. They have a huge amount of stock, mostly comics, but they also stock manga, novels, t-shirts, magazines, dvd's and toys. There are signings on every few weeks and the names they get in are fairly big. If you're not a huge geek, don't be intimidated by the shelves upon shelves of comics, just ask a member of staff and they'll point you in the right direction. They're all really nice guys and if you're a geek they'll have an aul chin wag with you about comics. Drop in on a Thursday, that's when new stock arrives.

Sub City is for all those comic book fans out there - a treasure trove of material. They focus much…read moremore on the printed matter than on the toy/collectible end of things. The shop is narrow but packed and reasonably priced even in this age of internet shopping. Whether you've read all the Frank Miller stories out there or you've just heard of Alan Moore, this is not an off-putting nerd-paradise that you might expect. That may have something to do with the daylight streaming in the window.

The world of comic books is one that I have never delved into. I am a big fan of reading, and of…read morelooking at pictures but comics have just never interested me. Combine that with the fact that anime scares me, and you have the reason why I have never, ever been inside a comic book shop. But, I decided to be brave and check Sub-City out, for the sake of adventure and boredom. Now, having absolutely no knowledge of comics, going into a lion's den of this sort was extremely intimidating. I really didn't have much to look for or at, because I wasn't looking for anything and didn't know what I was looking at. But, the guy at the desk greeted me like he would any other comic book dork and I was enlivened. I perused the comics, marveled at the amazing artwork in some and checked out the models, which are probably a lot of fun to put together. The guy was tied up with another customer, but when they were done I knew he was going to come talk to me and I got all panicked. Lo and behold, he sauntered over and chippily said, "how's it going?" "I don't know what I'm doing, I'm just looking around. Huuyuuuh thanks!," I blubbered. He laughed and proceeded to say it was totally cool and to let him know if I needed help. He handled my dork meltdown well, which makes me think he probably deals with that a lot.

A fantastic shop full of incredible figures and comics. Every time I visit I find something that I…read morewant. Staff are very friendly and very knowledgable when it comes it recommendations. I cant wait to visit again.

Well what can I say, this shop is heaven for me. I am a DC Comics Geek and love the characters and…read morecomics alike so when I set foot in this store I knew I would be coming again. First off- the shop is so modern and trendy for a comic book store like wow! Secondly it has a huge variety of comic books, graphic novels, action figures and merchandise ranging from Batman to the Walking Dead. And finally all in all the staff are amazing and friendly and are always happy to answer your query. Amazing store definitely worth a visit for all ages!

Easily the best place to go to pick up comics and collectables! Conversations flow with…read morecustomers/staff and its a place to relax. Staff are nothing but down to the earth when it comes to dealing with customers and will always do there best to help you out in finding the piece your looking for. I've been picking up my standing order here for over a year now and they can't be beat for price.

Always on the look-out for new and interesting nerd experiences, I decided to check out this latest…read moreaddition to the comics scene in Dublin. Situated opposite the Bolton St DIT, Dublin City Comics has a nice, not overly-stocked ground floor shop area, with comics, trade paperbacks, graphic novels, models, t-shirts and so on. The comics are sold at dollar prices so this can be a good savings on the prices you'll pay in other comic outlets. Downstairs is a large room with a flatscreen TV, an area for assembling models. comfy sofas, a computer, and inexplicably, a baby pen complete with multicoloured balls. Christy and Doc, the owners, intend to turn this into a GeekEasy, a nerdclub for movie watching and so on which will have a membership fee (to be confirmed) as five euro to start, then ten euro a month. So, more than your average neighbourhood comic shop! I'll be back.

What a dream for the comic lover! This joint has such a wealth of unique collector's items, you'll…read morebe shaking to the bones with excitement. Tons of Batman, Spiderman, Superman, Judge Dread, Marvel, Graphic, and Independent Comics. But that's not all! It also has rare bumper children's and sports annuals, posters and maps of Ireland in Gaelic! For those wags of comics mania, this joint is in a league of its own. Not far from the Central Bank in Temple Bar, if you need to orientate!

This place is an absolute trove for the comic collector, it has the widest range and selection of…read moreback issues available in dublin (and probably Ireland). The shop focuses on back issues so you cant actually get the current issues here, but there should be enough to keep you interested here. There is a slight trade off here though, the shop isnt the most spacious place, in fact it is a bit cramped (but maybe this adds to the charm). Prices wise, some things are a bit pricey, but there are bargains to be found. There is also a stall for action figures and various cult toys in the back, whilere they are housed in the same place I think they are run by different guys.

This is one of the oldest bookstores in Dublin. The main entrance has beautiful large windows with…read morebook displays. The Grafton Street entrance is a little less ornate. The store has several floors with a large selection of books. It has lots of Irish literature and Irish authors as well as fiction, travel, cooking, children's box and lots of others. Prices are comfortable to other bookstores. The staff were very helpful in finding books and recommending books. I would highly recommend a visit if you are in Dublin

I visited this bookstore after learning about its size and history. I'm a big book nerd so it was a…read moremust-see while in Dublin. This is three stories of books and it is worth taking a slow walk through! The books are new-book prices so they are a bit expensive but just seeing the huge selection of books and the huge store is enough. I ended up getting one book as a gift for a friend and a Hodges Figgis tote bag for myself. The people working here are friendly and knowledgeable. There is always someone around if you have any questions.

Right in the heart of Temple Bar, Connolly Books is the coolest bookstore in Dublin and maybe the…read morecoolest radical bookstore I've been in. Named after republican James Connelly, this book has cool texts on decolonization, racism, Irish history, and more.Their selection is well curated and great for leftists and history buffs. Everyone in the store while my partner and I were there were speaking Irish and it was exciting to be in the presence of folks speaking their native fanily language. Definitely check it out.

I love Connolly Books. It's run by a really nice elderly gent who is exactly the kind of person…read morethat I'd like to become when I age very ungracefully. They have very few books for a shop of its size, don't accept laser and is filled with political information pamphlets. All this and it sells cheap comics. Get in!

Holy amazing bookstore, Batman!!…read more This place is huge and stacked with books both used and new. Plus, upstairs is a plant shop and a cafe. The prices are great, and I found a few books that are hard to find in your average bookstore. Moreover, their organization and categorization is perfect, it virtually brought me to tears. Lastly, the service is friendly and nice. If you're a book lover, just go! Enjoy!

We had a goal to visit almost all bookstores in Dublin on our trip, and this one was our favorite…read morestop. Prices are reasonable, and they have a wide selection of both new and used books. I could have stayed an entire afternoon browsing their shelves.

Located on the banks of the River Liffey & steps from the Ha'Penny Bridge is one of Dublin's oldest…read moreindependent bookstores; The Winding Stair Bookshop packs a finely-curated selection of new & used books in a small space. In the spirit of its location, there's an area dedicated to Irish writers that is a must-browse. The store also carries the types of goodies that stationary lovers go feral over -- tote bags, cards, small & larger prints, etc. Serene ambiance, picturesque location, & staff that were eager to help. I wish I could've spent more time here, perhaps eating at the same-named restaurant upstairs, but alas, my time in Dublin was all too brief.

This indie bookstore is a must for any bookish person! I came across it because it's on pretty much…read moreevery Best Bookshops in Dublin list out there. And rightfully so. For starters, right at the center of the store, there is a super well-curated Read for Palestine table. And I'm here for any business showing solidarity. Next, the bookseller made some stellar recommendations when I asked for contemporary Irish literature recs. Currently reading The Amendments by Niamh Mulvey, and it'll be, without a doubt, one of my favorite reads of the year. Several more recs made it onto my TBR. Seriously, come here for a great selection of books, knowledgable staff, and to support a small business doing the right thing in these dark times