Grafton Street, Dublin
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Description
Grafton Street (Sráid Grafton) runs from St Stephen's Green in the south to College Green in the north. After suffering from neglect in the 19th century, it has now morphed into one of Dublin's prime commercial areas. It was pedestrianized in 1882, except for the northern end of the street (after Nassau Street). Highlights include the Molly Malone statue (technically on Suffolk St), Brown Thomas department store, Bewley’s Café, and St Stephen Green.
Access & Transport
The street is just south of Trinity College campus, in the centre of Dublin. The tram (green line) stops on parallel Dawson St, about 150m away.
Instructions & Recommendations
There are many attractions within walking distance such as Trinity College Campus with its Old Library, several museums, and St Stephen's Green.
Environmental & Social
Socially neutral as commercialization / consumerisms balances out the architecture preservation aspect.
Conclusion
Worth a look if in the area, but Grafton St really is meant for shoppers only. A few architectural titbits as well.
Key positive
Good for shopping
Key negative
Can be crowded
Suitability
No restrictions
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 15m
est. visit time:1h
Sunrise / early morningNo
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightOk
Night – aft. midnightNo