Kildare Village Shopping Guide for 2023

If you’re looking for a great day out that includes lots of shopping and good food, then Kildare Village is the perfect destination. Located just outside of Dublin, Kildare Village is a premium factory outlet shopping centre that offers a range of high-end brands and luxury goods at huge discounted prices. Let’s take a closer look at how you can plan a fun day out with family or friends at Kildare Village.

Arrival at Kildare Village

Kildare Village is open every day from 8.30 am to 8 pm. Even though it’s just an hour away from Dublin City if you drive your car, there are several bus and train routes and private bus services that you can book beforehand and plan your day accordingly. The village services include free parking and free wifi. But if you opt for their Silver or Gold shopping packages, you can enjoy welcome drinks, discount vouchers and other benefits like reserved parking, complimentary dog kennels and complimentary concierge services. There are Digital Guides available at the entrance to help you navigate the place.

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Shopping Outlets

Kildare Village is known for hosting more than 100 boutiques, designer stores and brand outlets. If you’re into athleisure or sports, look no more! This place has factory outlets of brands like Adidas, Nike, Puma, Asics, The North Face, Calvin Klein, Superdry and Under Armour. The speciality of all the stores at Kildare Village is that they have massive discounts as the brands are directly selling to the customers. You can enjoy a 20% discount off-season, while the holiday season discounts can range up to 50% at most of the stores! Kildare is also a makeup lover’s paradise. With global brand outlets like Benefit, Jo Browne and L’Occitane, it offers a variety of beauty options to explore. Whether you want to shop for branded watches, bags, shoes, or jewellery, you can find everything from Jimmy Choo to Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren to Prada at Kildare Village. And not just that, stores like DKNY and Tommy Hilfiger Kids offer good quality options for the little ones.

To give you a premium shopping experience they also offer complementary personal shopping. With Suites designed exclusively by David Thomas, you can experience luxury, sophistication and fashion under one roof. Under the expert guidance of their Style Team, you can curate your personalised wardrobe with all the magical finds that the Village has to offer.

And if you can’t plan your visit any time soon, don’t worry, because Kildare Village has an App where you can experience online shopping and explore its membership options.

Food and Drink

The Kildare Village has options for every hungry shopper. If you’re someone who enjoys grabbing on-the-go snacks, you can head to Avoca, Crêperie Angélie or Butler’s Chocolate Cafe.  But if you’re someone who enjoys a fine dining experience, you can try Sprout and Co. or Dunne & Crescenzi l’officina Restaurant & Cafe. They have also recently opened up Saba, which offers hearty Asian cuisine to visitors. There are lots of coffee places to choose from, including Society Coffee and Starbucks. And don’t forget to keep some space for desserts! The Kildare Village offers options like Murphy’s, The Rolling Donut and a huge Lindt store as a perfect remedy for your sweet tooth.

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Latest Experiences

Currently, the village is getting ready to host The Beauty Edit 2.0 coming up on 22nd April which includes meditation & mindfulness, skincare & style sessions, a Makeup masterclass, and offers on all beauty brands. They also have monthly offers which you can check out on their website. Other than that, they have an Elton John pop-up this month where you can explore iconic eyewear from their Bicester Collection, of which 10% of all sales will go to the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

With a wide range of high-end stores and luxury boutiques, the Kildare Village offers shoppers the chance to find great deals on their favourite brands. The offer discounts are truly impressive, making it a fantastic place to stock up on designer goods at a fraction of their regular price. Additionally, the village regularly hosts events and activities, providing a range of experiences that go beyond just shopping. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, Kildare Village is definitely worth a visit. With its charming outdoor setting, a variety of gifting options, and unbeatable shopping and dining options, it’s the perfect place to spend a day out.