8 Best Shopping in County Cork, Ireland

This popular local hangout stocks new and vintage books, and a great selection of local interest reads. They've won awards for their children's section, and the staff has plenty of helpful tips.

Black-and-white photographs of Irish scenes are featured at this local gallery.

A selection of fine Irish linen and hand weaving, in classic and contemporary styles, is carried at this shop, together with Irish-made luxury knitwear in cashmere and silk.

Hilary Hale uses storm-felled, locally grown timber to make lamps, bowls, and platters.

This family-run studio sells handblown, hand-cut Irish crystal.

Dominic Dolan is the silversmith who crafts fine jewelry on the premises here.

Just across the road from the tourist office, the aroma of hot chocolate will lead you to Kinsale's tempting little chocolate shop. Truffles are handmade on the premises, along with a range of novelty chocolates (including a chocolate iPhone) and hot drinks to go.

Many of the works by locally based contemporary artists sold here are small enough to carry home.