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Dublin to Cork via the South East
Dublin, Naas, Kilkenny, Waterford and Dungarvan on the way down to Cork.
Route: Dublin → Naas → Kilkenny → Waterford → Dungarvan → Cork · 10 record stores across 6 stops
Stop by stop
Stop 1: Wicklow Street to Dawson Street
Freebird Records
Centrally located shop with a high-turnover used section organized cleanly by genre.
Tip: Tucked behind a bookstore on Wicklow St — look for the entrance at the back.
15A Wicklow St, Dublin, D02 C924, Ireland
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Sound Cellar
Basement shop on Nassau Street long associated with metal and hard rock, with blues rock too.
Tip: Weekday hours end at 4 PM and it is closed Sundays, so plan it early in the day; look for the basement entrance.
47 Nassau St, Dublin, D02 P285, Ireland
Hours
Monday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday Closed Tower Records
One of the last true Tower Records locations, with a huge selection of new releases and reissues.
Tip: A nostalgic must-visit even if you're just browsing — grab a tote bag or sticker as a souvenir.
7 Dawson St, Dublin, D02 X688, Ireland
Hours
Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Stop 2: Naas
The Record Rack
Naas shop selling old and new LPs, 12-inch singles and 45s, plus CDs and tapes. The owner also trades at the town's Saturday market.
Tip: Open Wednesday to Saturday only.
7 N Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 PD7T, Ireland
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday Closed
Stop 3: Kilkenny
Rollercoaster Records
Kilkenny shop known for curated, niche and independent Irish music, and an in-house label.
Tip: Google lists no opening hours, so check the shop's own channels before travelling.
St Kieran's St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 F950, Ireland
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
Stop 4: Waterford
Luca Records & Decks
Waterford city shop selling records and turntables, with skateboards in the same space.
Tip: Sells skate gear too, and staff will order new releases; open daily including Sunday afternoon.
23 Michael St, Waterford, X91 YF95, Ireland
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Stop 5: Dungarvan
The Record Shop Dungarvan Ben O'Neills
Long-running Dungarvan shop selling vinyl, CDs and box sets alongside musical instruments and hi-fi equipment.
Tip: Closed Sundays; it also sells instruments and audio gear, so ask about special orders for hard-to-find box sets.
66 O'Connell St, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, X35 A499, Ireland
Hours
Monday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday Closed
Stop 6: Cork City Records Walk
Bunker Vinyl
Shandon shop known for its atmosphere and owner John's deep knowledge of Cork's vinyl scene.
Tip: Stick around for a chat — regulars say John's music recommendations are as good as the records.
1 Camden Pl, Shandon, Cork, T23 YTD4, Ireland
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Thursday 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Saturday 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM 33RPM Records
Victorian Quarter shop with vinyl, cassettes, and CDs at friendly prices.
Tip: Limited midweek hours — check before making a special trip.
2a MacCurtain Street, Victorian Quarter, Cork, Ireland
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 2:00 - 6:00 PM Thursday 2:00 - 6:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday Closed plugd records
Cork city centre record shop and coffee shop in a bright yellow building, known for drum and bass, hip-hop, zines and local underground releases, with events.
Tip: Closed Mondays; good for a coffee between digging stops.
3 Corn Market St, Centre, Cork, T12 X9Y9, Ireland
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours and details come from public listings and may have changed. Small shops often keep short or irregular hours, so check or call before a long trip. See something wrong? Use Still open? in the app and we will look into it.