Looking for some great Ireland souvenirs ideas? We’ve got a bunch of them for you!
Actually, we’ve got lots of Irish things for you. No joke. From what to buy in Ireland and coolest Celtic gifts to comfy Irish clothing and alcohol that you can purchase from home.
In other words, you have no excuse not to have some meaningful mementos at home, or not to give it to your friend who is an Irish descendant.
Fun fact: The Irish-American community in the US is 7x bigger than the whole of Ireland’s population.
If you follow us on the blog, you know I’m totally crazy about Ireland. I even managed to take Frank on a remarkable Ireland road trip.
Actually, if it was up to me, our house would be full of Irish things, but Frank is the one holding me back. I don’t blame him, I can be a bit too much sometimes if you know what I mean.
Anyway, we have come up with this complete list of Ireland souvenirs ideas as well as some unique Celtic gifts for literally everyone you know, including you.
Note that these are either things to buy in Ireland, which I’ll indicate the address in Dublin, or items that you can just purchase from the comfort of your home (aka online), such as Irish clothing, Celtic jewelry, and more!
So, wanna know some unique Irish gifts? Read on!
Oh, if you want to read more about the Emerald Isle you can either check all of our Ireland’s posts here or below:
- Ultimate itinerary for 2 days in Dublin
- Complete guide to where to stay in Dublin
- Castle hotels in Ireland that you’ll love
- Ireland packing list – a must-read!
- How to choose the best day tours from Dublin
Ireland souvenirs ideas we love
Irish alcohol & food – Our Favorite Irish Souvenirs
Irish alcohol is worldwide famous. It doesn’t matter if we’re talking about whiskey, gin, or beer, you have probably heard about one or two Irish brands in these categories.
And as good foodies, Frank and I love trying new beverages, preferably with snacks, of course! Anyway, we’ve listed below the best brands in each category, including some local foods that are perfect Irish gifts!
1. Traditional Irish Whiskey
First recorded in Ireland in the 14th-century, the word “whiskey” comes from the first word in the Gaelic phrase “
Well, Irish whiskey was once the most important in the world, so this kinda proves the guys know what they are doing!
Jameson, Bushmills, and Connemara are some of the most famous ones, and they make up for perfect gifts too! Wouldn’t you enjoy receiving a bottle? I would! So my address is…
A little description of each one of these brands so you can decide on the best Irish gift for him and her (my grandfather loves whiskey, but so does my sister-in-law!).
- Jameson: New Midleton Distillery in Cork produces Jameson and other local whiskeys. Jameson is a blend of low pot still and fine grain. A sweet and subtle whiskey with gentle notes of vanilla. Click here to find it on Amazon.
- Bushmills: The world’s oldest distillery, in Northern Ireland, produces a blend of lighter grain and malt whiskey. A smooth warming taste that is sweet with floral aromatics – a must-try. Click here to find it on Amazon.
- Connemara: Connemara tastes and smells like Ireland, to be honest – sweet, peated single malt with light spices and vanilla. Click here to find it on Amazon.
2. Irish Gin
- Glendalough: Made of fresh and wild ingredients from the Wicklow mountains, this gin has herbal and floral tones that make it very special, and Irish! Click here to find it on Amazon.
- Bertha’s revenge: Named after the world’s oldest cow, Bertha, who lived 48 years, this gin has a soft taste with sweet citrus notes.
- Gunpowder: Named after the gunpowder tea from China, but with features of local meadowsweet. The flavor is bold with a fresh touch. Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find Gin and Whiskey bottles in Dublin?
Celtic Whiskey Shop & Wines on the Green
Address: 27-28 Dawson Street
Opening hours: Mondays to Saturdays from 10.30 am to 8 pm (On Fridays it closes at 9 pm). Sundays from 12.30 pm to 7 pm.
Irish drinks are the best ones!
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3. Irish Beer
- Smithwick’s Irish Ale (3.8%): This clear beer with a rich ruby color has a delicate aroma. One of the best beers in Ireland, Smithwick’s has a gentle balance between bitterness and sweetness. Click here to find it on Amazon.
- Guinness Draught (4.2%) – Our favorite: Rich, creamy, and famous worldwide, Guinness has a perfect balance between sweet and bitter with a coffee and malty nose. Click here to find it on Amazon.
- Murphy’s Irish Stout (4%): Thick and rich beer with a dark roasted flavor and smooth coffee undertones. Yeah, drinking beer is almost art!
Where can you find it in Dublin?
In grocery stores.
4. Irish Brown Bread
Also known as soda bread, it tastes heavenly when fresh out of the oven. Spread some jam and prepare a cup of tea. Hm, what can I say? I’m dying to eat it now!
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find it in Dublin?
Hatch and Sons
Address: 15 Saint Stephen’s Green
Opening hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from 10
5. Chocolate Cadbury
One of Ireland’s favorite sweets, Cadbury is a must if you want to feel *a little* Irish. It doesn’t matter the form – Snack bars, bags, anything.
Just make sure you purchase some for yourself! Although the brand is very popular in Ireland, this is a British company.
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find it in Dublin?
In grocery stores.
6. Irish Cheese
There are several sorts of Irish cheese, such as Ardrahan, Blarney Castle, Cashel Blue, Cahill’s farm cheddar, and Dubliner.
Frank and I love cheese and living in the Netherlands only
But if I were to recommend one of the above, I’d say the Blarney Castle is the best one either for sandwiches or accompanied by a glass of wine!
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find it in Dublin?
Sheridans Cheesemongers
Address: 11 Anne Street Southport
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays from 10 am to 6 pm. Saturdays from 9.30 am to 6 pm.
7. Irish Tea
I’ve just mentioned tea, so why not go for the brand the Irish people adore?
Barry’s Tea is one of those Irish things you’ll find in all houses because, honestly, who doesn’t love a cup of tea with some bread and jam? See my happiness in the simplicity of this act? Food = happiness.
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find it in Dublin?
In grocery stores.
8. Irish Books
Irish authors are responsible for many classic novels that you probably have heard about or even read. James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, and Bram Stocker are some of a long list.
So why not make your next Irish souvenir a book? Or even better, purchase it to give to a beloved one. What could possibly be more meaningful than receiving an Irish gift bought in Ireland? I know I’d love that!
Check below some titles on Amazon.
The Snapper
Spinning Heart
City of Bohane
101 Things you didn’t know about Irish history
Real Irish Food
Where can you find it in Dublin?
The Gutter Bookshop
Address: Cow’s Ln
Opening hours: Mondays to Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10
Irish Gifts for the Home
9. Mugs
Where are you going to drink the tea I mentioned above? In a Belleek mug of course!
These are Irish porcelain with a beautiful pattern from the town of Belleek (in Northern Ireland) and have a bright luster.
The design can have a Claddagh theme, a four-leaf clover print or Celtic motif, making it a very creative Irish gift if you ask me. (I adore the Belleek Celtic mugs!)
Click below to check these mugs on Amazon.
Set of two white mugs with little shamrocks
Claddagh mug
Set of two white mugs with Celtic symbols
Mug with
Green shamrock mug
Set of two Claddagh mugs
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
10. Teapot
Perfect Christmas or birthday gift for your Irish friend, descendant, or that person that just is fond of Celtic culture, like me.
This ridiculously pretty item is actually a teapot with a teacup, and you can fit water enough for two cups.
Also, this type of pottery is heat resistant, meaning you can put it both in the dishwasher and microwave.
However, you can only put filterest tea in it because there are no filters.
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Brown Thomas
Address: 88-95 Grafton Street
Opening hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9.30
11. Irish Linen
Table and bed Irish linens are an affordable luxury you can present yourself with.
Also, if you’re looking for Irish gifts for him (father, husband, etc.), you might consider a handkerchief of Irish linen. It has an excellent touch!
Irish tea towels (aka dish towels) have unique and beautiful motifs and are a great gift too.
With vibrant colors, the traditional design gives your kitchen (or a friend’s kitchen) a whole new look!
They are so pretty that you might consider framing them…at least, that’s what my mom did! She sais it was too cute to use…
Click below to check these items on Amazon.
Ireland + Shamrocks dishtowel
Irish handkerchief
Irish family names dishtowel
Irish blessing dishtowel
Set of Irish dishtowels
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
12. Photo frames
Photo frames make up for great Irish souvenirs! Why? Because they are detailed and have beautiful Celtic symbols or the meaningful Claddagh hands, which is a remarkable and yet simple Irish ornament.
Oh and often you can even find four-leaf clovers too. They look so delicate!
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Click below to check these items on Amazon.
Celtic photo frames
Claddagh frame
Sweet photo frame
Green shamrock frame
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
13. Wooden Wall Art
Frank and I love all sorts of wall art: print, wood, canvas, everything!
That’s an issue because we don’t want to have a carnival-look decoration, but we still adore the many wall art pieces we have. Solution? Change them every now and then.
Anyway, this Ireland map is made on reclaimed wood and, it’s just the cute/ cozy thing I have seen!
The seller can personalize it with coordinates of your preference and a heart painted on the city you choose.
Also, the rustic look is perfect for Ireland, don’t you agree?
Click here to find it on Etsy.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Jam Art Factory
Address: 14A Crown Alley
Opening hours: Sundays and Mondays from 11
14. Ireland Map Print
If you prefer something more modern and neat, this Ireland map print is the perfect option for you!
The watercolor design adds a stylish yet simple touch to the art. And the best part about it: you can download it right away! This isn’t a physical print.
After checkout, you can download it on Etsy itself and print it at home. Ideal for last-minute gifts!
Click here to find it on Etsy.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Jam Art Factory
Address: 14A Crown Alley
Opening hours: Sundays and Mondays from 11
15. Wall Clock
What time is it in Dublin? Well, it could be easier to know with a beautiful clock, right? But what about a skyline clock?
Whoa, that’s a whole new level! These handmade clocks are super stylish and well-done. On top of that, they’re made of sustainable wood and are available in two colors – great, right?!
Click here to find it on Etsy.
Pssst: The seller has lots of American and European cities too!
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
16. Shamrock Decor
As you might know, the green shamrock is Ireland’s symbol, and this handmade sign is perfect for hanging on the door or leaning on your souvenir shelf.
We have one at home. Made of reclaimed wood, the seller also offers the possibility of choosing the size of it. Ideal for smaller rooms where space is limited.
Besides, this is the perfect Irish gift as it also symbolizes luck!
Click here to find it on Etsy.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
Irish clothing
17. Kilt
Worn both in Scotland and Ireland as a symbol of their Celtic heritage pride, kilts were historically worn by men, but nowadays you can see both of them wearing it.
On one of the occasions when I was in Dublin, I saw a parade of men wearing kilts and playing Irish instruments, among others. But I also saw school girls wearing kilts as part of their uniform.
Anyway, it’s a cool piece of clothing and entirely perfect to wear on St. Patrick’s Day!
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
O’Neil of Dublin
Address: 15 Cooper Alley, Lord Edward Street
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays from 9 am to 5 pm.
18. Aran Sweater or Cardigan
Worldwide famous, Aran sweaters are a must-have! This traditional item is made of 100% authentic Irish Merino wool and has a cable pattern on the body and sleeves.
The “original” one is usually off-white, just like the one in the picture, but the seller also offers it in navy and dark gray.
On top of that, the cardigan looks ridiculously cozy, and the fact that the zipper pull is a Celtic knot just makes it completely cute!
Click here to check the sweater’s latest prices, and here to check the cardigan’s latest prices on Amazon.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
The Donegal Shop
Address: 201 St Stephen’s Green
Opening hours: Mondays to Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10
Irish jewelry
19. Claddagh ring
Perhaps the most symbolic Irish gift you could give someone, the Claddagh ring represents love, loyalty, and friendship, that’s the meaning of the heart, crown, and hands respectively.
The motto “let love and friendship reign” makes it a perfect closing for a birthday card.
Popular among Irish and American Irish descendants, the Celtic Claddagh ring was first made in the 17th-century in the village with the same name in Galway.
Also, the ring is often given from mother to daughter. A beautiful tradition to say the least! And the one from the link below is made of 925 sterling silver, so it doesn’t turn your finger blue!
How should you wear your Claddagh ring:
Not only the ring has a symbolic representation, but the way you wear it also has a meaning.
- If you’re not in a serious relationship, wear it on your right hand facing outward.
- If you’re in a serious relationship, wear it on your right hand facing inward.
- If you’re engaged, wear it on your left hand facing outward.
- And finally, if you’re married, wear it on your left hand facing inward.
Click here to find it on Amazon.
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
20. Necklace
Jam-packed with interesting symbols that convey its roots and motherland, the Irish culture doesn’t lack signs that make great wall art, as seen above, but also amazing pendants.
The Claddagh ring, trinity knot, shamrock, and Celtic crosses, knots, and blessings are just a few examples of gorgeous necklaces you can purchase as a beautiful souvenir.
Click below to check these items on Amazon.
Irish blessing necklace
Celtic knot necklace
Claddagh ring necklace
Shamrock necklace
Tara Trinity Knot necklace
Where can you find a comparable product in Dublin?
Carrolls Irish Gifts
Address: 13-15, St Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays from 9
Ireland Souvenirs Ideas: Wrapping up
Traveling to the Emerald Isle, but not sure what to buy in Ireland?
We hope the ideas above will help you decide on the best and most creative Irish gift for your beloved ones, including yourself, of course!
Treat yourself with some high-quality Irish clothing, you won’t regret it!
Ireland travel resources
If you’re planning a trip to Ireland, chances are you’re arriving in Dublin.
If that’s the case, check out these guides on how to get from the airport to the city center and this other article with a one-day Dublin itinerary.
And if you’re traveling around Ireland, you will want to read these articles about where to stay in Galway and where to stay in Cork.
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