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Island of Ireland
Cork, Dublin, and Belfast, from the Victorian Quarter to East Belfast.
Route: Cork → Dublin → Belfast · 9 record stores across 3 stops
Stop by stop
Stop 1: Cork Dig
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 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 Music Zone
Togher shop with fast click-and-collect service and a well-loved weekly newsletter.
Tip: Sign up for the newsletter — regulars call it one of the best around.
Unit 4, Deanrock Business & Technology Park, Cork, Ireland
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 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 Closed
Stop 2: Dublin City Centre Dig
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 Spindizzy Records
Market Arcade shop known for exceptional customer service and careful shipping.
Tip: If ordering online for pickup, ask for extra packaging reinforcement — they're happy to oblige.
The Market Arcade, 32 South Great George's Street, Dublin, D02 DH79, 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 - 7:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM 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 3: Belfast: City Centre to East Belfast
Dragon Records
City centre treasure trove run by owner Jeff, with a huge range of vinyl, art prints, and band pins.
Tip: Ask Jeff about specific artists — regulars report he'll surprise you with what's in stock.
58 Wellington Pl, Belfast BT1 6GF, UK
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday Closed Sound Advice Belfast
East Belfast institution known for jazz and electronic, with new finds posted regularly on Instagram.
Tip: Follow their Instagram for new arrivals — owner Marion posts finds as they come in.
Banana Block, 310 Newtownards Rd, Belfast BT4 1HE, UK
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 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 PM First Press
East Belfast shop paired with a bakery, with first pressings conservatively graded and fairly priced.
Tip: Grab coffee and a baked good from Assemble Bakery next door while you browse.
381 Beersbridge Rd, Belfast BT5 5DT, UK
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 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.