Stillorgan: Food Market, Shopping and History

Stillorgan brings together local shopping and history: the weekly Food Market, Stillorgan Village and St Brigid’s Church. In the wider destination of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, scenic trails, parks and cultural attractions add to the choice of possible outings. If you’re looking for a hotel in Stillorgan, distinguishing between places in the village and regional destinations can help you plan your stay around the activities you have in mind.

Stillorgan Village and Food Market

Stillorgan Village opened in 1966 as Ireland’s first shopping centre. Today, it is an open-air shopping centre with wide mall areas and covered walkways. As its layout may change, check the latest information before visiting.

The Stillorgan Food Market is held every Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm in Stillorgan Village, whatever the weather. Visitors can sample the food on offer and use the seating outside Dunnes Stores. As the schedule and information about the food and seating may change, check the operator’s latest information before travelling.

History and getting around

St Brigid’s Church stands on an ancient religious site in Stillorgan, where worship continues to be held. The church was rebuilt around 1712.

Stillorgan Village is served by bus routes 11, 46A, 145, 75 and 47. From there, Stillorgan Luas stop is about a 20-minute walk away. This approximate time refers to the walk between the Village and the stop; check the latest route information before travelling.

Other destinations in the wider Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown area

Ticknock offers a range of options for cycling and walking. Mountain bikers can explore a 13 km signed circular network of purpose-built singletrack trails and forest roads. In addition, up to 10 km of mountain and forest trails lead to viewpoints overlooking Dublin City, Dublin Bay, Bray Head and the Wicklow Mountains. Check the difficulty and conditions before a mountain bike ride.

A large section of the Dublin Mountain Way runs through Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown from Shankill via Rathmichael, Kilternan and Glencullen to Ticknock, and connects via Marlay Park. For getting around the wider region, the DART runs south from stations in Dublin city centre along the coast to Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown. The green Luas line crosses the county from Dundrum via Sandyford and Leopardstown to Brides Glen. Check the latest information on lines and stops before travelling.

Marlay House and Park includes a restored Georgian house from the late 18th century, set on a 300-acre estate at the foot of the Dublin Mountains. Marlay Park features a walled garden, peacocks, walking trails, a playground for all ages and a ride on a miniature railway.

Group tours for groups of up to 15 people are available at the James Joyce Tower. Volunteer guides take visitors through the building, explain its connection to the opening of Ulysses and show them the views over Dublin Bay, as well as the collection of Joyce-related books and memorabilia. Check tour arrangements before visiting.

The National Maritime Museum is located in the former Mariners Church in Dún Laoghaire. Maritime exhibits include ship models, navigational instruments and a lifeboat from the Lusitania. As exhibit details may change, check the latest information before visiting.

Discover more destinations: Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey, Blackrock, Sandyford.

For the wider travel guide: Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown.