Shopping centres in Athlone · Co. Westmeath

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Your guide to shopping in Athlone, on the banks of the Shannon: Athlone Towncentre, Golden Island Shopping Centre and Dunnes Stores Irishtown. Find opening hours, parking, stores and directions, then park once and walk between all three in minutes.

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100+shops across town
2,300parking spaces
3destinations
~5 minwalk between them
The centres

Athlone's shopping centres

Each one has its own character. Head to the Towncentre for big high-street brands, Golden Island for the weekly shop and a film, and Dunnes for value across food, fashion and home.

Largest in the Midlands

Athlone Towncentre

Mardyke Street, Athlone

A covered, street-style mall in the middle of town with the biggest names in fashion all under one roof, rain or shine.

60+stores
1,300underground spaces
Top stores
Marks & SpencerZaraH&MNextRiver IslandTK MaxxEasonsJD Sports
Typical hours (M&S)
Mon – Wed09:00 – 18:30
Thu – Fri09:00 – 19:30
Saturday09:00 – 18:30
Sunday11:00 – 18:00
Facilities
Step-free, all floorsShopmobilityBaby changingGift cards
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Free parking · Since 1997

Golden Island

Golden Island, Athlone · N37 N8V0

The everyday favourite: a big Tesco, Penneys, a cinema and handy services like opticians, a salon and banking, with free parking right outside.

40+retail outlets
1,000free spaces, up to 4 hrs
Top stores
Tesco SuperstorePenneysIMC CinemaCarraig DonnSpecsaversPeter MarkEBS
Centre hours
Mon – Wed, Sat09:00 – 18:00
Thu – Fri09:00 – 21:00
Sunday11:00 – 17:00
Tesco, Mon – Fri08:00 – 22:00

Tesco is also open Sat 08:00–21:00 and Sun 10:00–21:00. All-day parking is €3.

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In Athlone since 1970

Dunnes Stores

Irishtown, Athlone · N37 HW40

A large standalone Dunnes that opened in 1970 as the 18th store in the chain. Food, fashion and homewares in one trip, with its own car park.

3-in-1food · fashion · home
160 mfrom the Towncentre
Departments
Food hallWomenswearMenswearKidswearHomewaresOff-licence
Opening hours

Hours vary by branch, so check the Athlone store on the Dunnes store locator before you go. Supermarket hours usually run later than the centres.

Good to know
On-site car parkBetter Value PromiseShort walk to both centres
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Find a shop in Athlone

Type a shop name or what you're after, and we'll point you to the right place.

Tap a shop to open its website. This is a selection of well-known stores, not a full directory, and line-ups change, so check with the centre for the latest.

Getting around

Park once, shop all three

Everything sits in the town centre, a short stroll apart along a pedestrian route through St. Mary's Square.

By train or bus

Athlone's bus and rail stations are about 400 m from the Towncentre, with regular services to Dublin and Galway.

By car

Leave the M6 at Exit 10. Golden Island has free parking; the Towncentre has covered underground parking.

On foot

The St. Mary's Square walkway links both centres and passes close to Dunnes and the Sheraton Hotel.

FAQ

Shopping in Athlone: common questions

What are the main shopping centres in Athlone?

Athlone has two main shopping centres, Athlone Towncentre on Mardyke Street and Golden Island Shopping Centre. There is also a large standalone Dunnes Stores in Irishtown. All three are in the town centre, within a few minutes' walk of each other.

What is the biggest shopping centre in the Midlands?

Athlone Towncentre is the largest shopping centre in the Midlands, with over 60 stores including Marks & Spencer, Zara, H&M, Next, River Island and TK Maxx.

Where can I park for free in Athlone?

Golden Island Shopping Centre has around 1,000 free parking spaces for up to 4 hours, with all-day parking for €3 in a designated area. Athlone Towncentre has about 1,300 covered underground spaces, which are paid. Dunnes Stores Irishtown has its own car park.

What are the opening hours of Golden Island Shopping Centre?

Golden Island is generally open Monday to Wednesday and Saturday 9am to 6pm, Thursday and Friday 9am to 9pm, and Sunday 11am to 5pm. Tesco in the centre opens longer, 8am to 10pm on weekdays. Individual store hours vary.

Is there late-night shopping in Athlone?

Yes. Both Athlone Towncentre and Golden Island Shopping Centre have late shopping on Thursday and Friday evenings, and both open seven days a week.

Which Athlone shopping centre has Penneys, Tesco and the cinema?

Penneys, the Tesco Superstore and the IMC Cinema are all in Golden Island Shopping Centre. Zara, H&M, Marks & Spencer and Next are in Athlone Towncentre.

How do I get to Athlone's shopping centres by public transport?

Athlone bus and train stations are about 400 metres from Athlone Towncentre, with regular Irish Rail and Bus Éireann services from Dublin and Galway. By car, leave the M6 at Exit 10.