We are re-launching our Fairy Door Trail for its 8th year! With new fairies, new stops, sweet treats to grab along the way and a new t-shirt prize, you will be sure to enjoy your day on the trail. Check out the 2024 stops and what you need to know before you go.
First time hearing about the trail? Here’s the scoop. The Irish Fairy Door Trail is a free, fun and magical way to explore 11 of Downtown Dublin’s best retail shops. Stop into each of the shops below, find the hidden fairy door and the name of the resident fairy, fill in your passport and return it to the Dublin Visitor & Information Center (9 S. High St) for a FREE t-shirt.
Dublin Visitor & Information Center, 9 South High Street – Pick up your trail guide and start your magical adventure in Downtown Dublin.
Our Cupcakery, 54 S High Street – Our Cupcakery specializes in beautiful and distinctive cupcakes. Stop in to find their fairy and try your hand at their craft by building-your-own colorful and tasty cupcake masterpiece.
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, 55 W Bridge Street – Johnson’s is bringing even more sweetness to the Irish Fairy Door Trail. Find their fairy and grab a scoop of your favorite flavor.
Kilwins, 4549 Bridge Park Drive – Kilwin’s is the sweetest smelling shop in Bridge Park. Watch as they make their products right in front of you. Don't forget to sample the fudge after finding their fairy!
Dublin Toy Emporium, 28 North High Street - This shop is a kid's dream! Shop through games, toys, puzzles and more as you search for their resident fairy.
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, 4587 Bridge Park Avenue - Warm up or fuel up at Sweetwaters. Sample their coffee, frozen drinks or local bakery items while browsing for fairy doors.
The Color Bar, 6630 Riverside Drive - The Color Bar is your go-to for all things hair, offering a personalized beauty experience that helps you master a look you’ll love at home. Be sure to find their fairy door while you're there!
North Market Bridge Park, Bake Me Happy, 6750 Longshore Street - Bake Me Happy in North Market Bridge Park is a gluten-free delight, serving up nostalgic treats that will take you back to your favorite childhood flavors. Be sure to find their fairy and indulge in a sweet treat that’s safe for everyone to enjoy!
Paris 75 & The French Store, 24 N High Street - Oui, Oui! The French Store and Paris 75 provide a little corner of Paris, France right in the heart of Historic Dublin, Stop in and search for the fairy while browsing through their huge variety of French goodies.
Oasis Face Bar, 11 W Bridge Street - Ready to relax and refresh after searching for fairies all day? Stop into Oasis face bar for a 30-minute facial, after you spot their resident fairy!
Columbus Metropolitan Library: Dublin Branch, 75 N High Street - The Columbus Metropolitan Library: Dublin Branch is a hub of knowledge and creativity, offering a cozy spot to dive into a good book or explore endless resources. Maybe you can find a book about the fairies while finding their door?
Trevor Furbay, 63 S High Street, Fairy Wing Photo Op - Want to document your time on the Irish Fairy Door Trail? Behind Trevor Furbay Bespoke is a larger than life mural where you get the chance to become the fairy. *The photo op is not required for the completion of the Irish Fairy Door Trail.
So, what’s the prize? When you complete the 2024 Irish Fairy Door Trail, you will receive one of these limited edition shirts, designed just for this trail.
Pick up your trail guide at the Dublin Visitor & Information Center (9 S. High Street) or download it here to get started! For more about the Irish Fairy Door trail, click here.