Grafton Street
Grafton Street
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Main shopping street in Dublin, lined with boutiques containing the creations of Ireland's trendy designers.
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Neighborhood: South City Centre
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- St. Stephen's Green • 4 min walk
- Jervis • 10 min walk
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- John DouglasLiverpool, United Kingdom76 contributionsDublin Grafton stWhat music, amazing buskers on every corner. The air b and B was a good choice it was a little hard to find but then it was right near the centre i.e. where the life of the party was. Love the live music.Visited October 2023Traveled on businessWritten October 12, 2023
- MKTBETopeka, Kansas4,090 contributionsDining, Shopping, and Drinking in Dublin!Grafton Street, Dublin is a popular shopping area in the city center. It runs from St. Stevens Green on the south to the Trinity College Campus. The street is lined with boutique & name-brand shopping, the gamut of dining options, Irish Pubs, and live street entertainment. Grafton Street is a crowded, busy tourist attraction, and it's great if you enjoy that atmosphere!Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 25, 2023
- Gerard BNewbridge, Ireland929 contributionsAbsolutely amazingI try to visit Grafton Street every lead up to Christmas. The buzz is unique. The street connects Trinity College to St. Stephen’s Green. The buskers add to the whole wonderful experience. Can I suggest going this time of year in the evening, as the street lights only enhance everything that’s great about this wonderful street. I have enclosed the photo of the gorilla dressed as Santa. It’s not actually located in Grafton Street but in a window of a premised directly across the road from The Mansion House. I stood there waiting for a bus and while waiting ( about 15 minutes ) everyone who walked past that window took a photo. So I felt I had to include it.Visited December 2023Traveled soloWritten December 16, 2023
- sfarlandFlagstaff, Arizona144 contributionsGrafton Street ShoppingSo many beautiful things to see. Not only on Grafton street but neighboring streets as well. There are so many pieces to this place that I stopped everywhere on the way to our hotel stay. Food is absolutely delicious and has the most welcoming people around.Visited June 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten March 12, 2024
- Ben FBloomington, Indiana1,817 contributionsClean and ExcitingI walked down Grafton Street right before St Patrick’s Day, so to say things were pumping would be an understatement. The action was intense. Lots and lots of people shopping and hanging out, yet I felt safe, and the street was surprisingly clean for the crowds. Several vendors were selling St Patty’s Day treats and souvenirs and musicians were performing live. No matter the time of year, walking Grafton Street is a must in Dublin. Restaurants, bars, and boutiques abound.Visited February 2024Traveled soloWritten March 15, 2024
- Tim Mc GDublin, Ireland444 contributionsGrafton StreetI love Grafton Street. Anytime I’m in town, I’m in Grafton Street, meeting friends or buying things. There’s lots of shops. There is a friendly atmosphere within Grafton Street and it feels a lot safer.Visited April 2024Traveled soloWritten April 22, 2024
- therichastillStevenage, United Kingdom3,327 contributionsShopping AreaGrafton Street is probably Dublin's equivalent to Oxford Street in London. There are quite a few shops along the road including Disney Store and the DM's shop. There are quite a few clothes stores for everyone and much more. The road comes out at the entrance to St Stephen's Green where there is a tram stop and the St Stephen's Green shopping centre where there are more shops including some nice little independent stores and a Starbucks so you can get some refreshment. Whenever I have visited there have always been buskers there so you can get a bit of musical entertainment. Also if you are a fan of Thin Lizzy the statue of Phil Lynott is just off Grafton Street so try and check that out for a bit of Irish musical history.Visited May 2024Traveled soloWritten May 31, 2024
- Andrew SLondon, United Kingdom439 contributionsWhere did all the people go?Never seen the street so empty. On previous visits this street has hummed with life and there was a true energy to it. Obviously not the case on a Wednesday around midday at the end of May! Stripped of people it's just a very ordinary shopping street.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 2, 2024
- EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,175 contributionsA typical city shopping precinctWe found ourselves walking up and down this street in a number of occasions during our recent trip over to Dublin for an important soccer match. There is a good many different stores here - big names as well as smaller boutique type shops. There is a good choice of coffee shops and places to grab a snack or even something more substantial to eat. There weren't so many street performers there when we visited. At least up until the evening of the big UEFA Europa League soccer match the place was well policed by many good natured members of the Garda.Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 12, 2024
- OlVirginnyRichmond, Virginia139 contributionsChain Chain ChainsThis must have been great for shopping at one time. Now we found too many chains and too many folks on a nice-looking street. I've seen this same thing happen in Arlington's King Street and lots of places in NYC. Worth a walk to check out the street scene but you'll be pan-handled. I can get the same junk locally. Dublin needs to do more to encourage locally owned shops here by keeping rents down. I'm sure it's also hard in the age of Amazon to keep any retail vital and avoid the entire strip becoming places for tourists to eat and drink. You will find locally owned exceptions, such as Bewley's for tea or a snack. But don't expect quaint (or posh) Irish businesses here. It's just a place for tourists to stroll and look at the same stuff you can find anywhere. Poke around the edges, however, and you will find some good places to look for books, interesting clothing, and other things that might strike the fancy of an intellectual traveler.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 22, 2024
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Skibumlady
Charlotte, NC2,113 contributions
Sep 2019
Not really a destination, nice pedestrian area with over-priced shops. No street performers while we were there. And the shops are generally chains, most based in the USA. Suggest not making this a destination, just walk through it if your itinerary takes you there.
Written January 2, 2020
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Gerard B
Newbridge, Ireland929 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
I try to visit Grafton Street every lead up to Christmas. The buzz is unique. The street connects Trinity College to St. Stephen’s Green.
The buskers add to the whole wonderful experience. Can I suggest going this time of year in the evening, as the street lights only enhance everything that’s great about this wonderful street.
I have enclosed the photo of the gorilla dressed as Santa. It’s not actually located in Grafton Street but in a window of a premised directly across the road from The Mansion House. I stood there waiting for a bus and while waiting ( about 15 minutes ) everyone who walked past that window took a photo. So I felt I had to include it.
The buskers add to the whole wonderful experience. Can I suggest going this time of year in the evening, as the street lights only enhance everything that’s great about this wonderful street.
I have enclosed the photo of the gorilla dressed as Santa. It’s not actually located in Grafton Street but in a window of a premised directly across the road from The Mansion House. I stood there waiting for a bus and while waiting ( about 15 minutes ) everyone who walked past that window took a photo. So I felt I had to include it.
Written December 16, 2023
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Ash1971
Belfast, UK627 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Having been to Dublin many times I always look forward to a walk up (or down) Grafton Street. The bottom
Ends starts not far from Trinity College and it ends up at the corner of St Stephens Green where you’ll find the large St Stephens Green shopping centre.
Grafton street is primarily retail units with big names such as Brown Thomas, Victoria’s Secret (the only branch in Ireland!) and Disney Store? You’ll find M&S and boots here too. Lots of souvenir shops for the tourists alongside high end jewellers. You can buy anything from a fridge magnet, tea towel, a phone charger or a donut to a diamond solitaire ring, some fancy lingerie or a mother of the bride dress. There a bit of something fir everyone here.
You’ll also find buskers galore and street performers here.
There are lots of side streets packed with shops, bars, restaurants and hotels. There’s even the Gaiety theatre off to the right at the top if the street.
To me Grafton Street is Dublin CITY CENTRE! My daughter is a shopaholic and she loves coming here.
If you visit at Christmas they have a lovely light display the whole way down the street.
Don’t miss it!
Ends starts not far from Trinity College and it ends up at the corner of St Stephens Green where you’ll find the large St Stephens Green shopping centre.
Grafton street is primarily retail units with big names such as Brown Thomas, Victoria’s Secret (the only branch in Ireland!) and Disney Store? You’ll find M&S and boots here too. Lots of souvenir shops for the tourists alongside high end jewellers. You can buy anything from a fridge magnet, tea towel, a phone charger or a donut to a diamond solitaire ring, some fancy lingerie or a mother of the bride dress. There a bit of something fir everyone here.
You’ll also find buskers galore and street performers here.
There are lots of side streets packed with shops, bars, restaurants and hotels. There’s even the Gaiety theatre off to the right at the top if the street.
To me Grafton Street is Dublin CITY CENTRE! My daughter is a shopaholic and she loves coming here.
If you visit at Christmas they have a lovely light display the whole way down the street.
Don’t miss it!
Written January 14, 2020
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Hem.M
6 contributions
Oct 2021
Great place for a shop around if your there for that.
Also worth mentioning that Carrolls Irish Gifts is a more well know tourist gift store.
BUT, here there are a few stores that sell cheap gifts for tourist which are great if you want to save some money.
Also worth mentioning that Carrolls Irish Gifts is a more well know tourist gift store.
BUT, here there are a few stores that sell cheap gifts for tourist which are great if you want to save some money.
Written October 10, 2021
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kwagmeister
Newburgh, IN1,639 contributions
Aug 2022
For our first afternoon in Dublin, walking up and down Grafton street was entertaining -and a nice way to knock off some of our list of things we wanted to buy for family at home. There are buskers (and they are really talented young people!) along the way, plus a variety of cafes and a couple pubs with seating for good people watching. Many of the major hotels are within walking distance as is Trinity College. While not home to a tremendous amount of upscale shopping the street does have a nice, eclectic mix. Be sure to duck down the side streets for some truly lovely Irish woolen shops and even a few clothiers. We also visited a few churches to admire the stained glass windows and light candles. For our first afternoon in Dublin this was a lovely place to be as we pushed through the fog of jet lag and time change.
Written August 5, 2022
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Ben F
Bloomington, IN1,817 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
I walked down Grafton Street right before St Patrick’s Day, so to say things were pumping would be an understatement. The action was intense. Lots and lots of people shopping and hanging out, yet I felt safe, and the street was surprisingly clean for the crowds. Several vendors were selling St Patty’s Day treats and souvenirs and musicians were performing live.
No matter the time of year, walking Grafton Street is a must in Dublin. Restaurants, bars, and boutiques abound.
No matter the time of year, walking Grafton Street is a must in Dublin. Restaurants, bars, and boutiques abound.
Written March 15, 2024
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Victoria
188 contributions
Jan 2023
Came here for the atmosphere rather than the shopping. The best time to come is during the day, when the shops are open, although it always seems to be busy. Buskers - some of them quite good - add to the festive atmosphere. Pedestrians only, so you don't have to worry about cars (but you do have to watch out for the occasional cyclist). Right near Trinity College.
Written February 1, 2023
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MKTBE
Topeka, KS4,090 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Grafton Street, Dublin is a popular shopping area in the city center. It runs from St. Stevens Green on the south to the Trinity College Campus. The street is lined with boutique & name-brand shopping, the gamut of dining options, Irish Pubs, and live street entertainment. Grafton Street is a crowded, busy tourist attraction, and it's great if you enjoy that atmosphere!
Written October 25, 2023
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK3,327 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
Grafton Street is probably Dublin's equivalent to Oxford Street in London. There are quite a few shops along the road including Disney Store and the DM's shop. There are quite a few clothes stores for everyone and much more.
The road comes out at the entrance to St Stephen's Green where there is a tram stop and the St Stephen's Green shopping centre where there are more shops including some nice little independent stores and a Starbucks so you can get some refreshment.
Whenever I have visited there have always been buskers there so you can get a bit of musical entertainment. Also if you are a fan of Thin Lizzy the statue of Phil Lynott is just off Grafton Street so try and check that out for a bit of Irish musical history.
The road comes out at the entrance to St Stephen's Green where there is a tram stop and the St Stephen's Green shopping centre where there are more shops including some nice little independent stores and a Starbucks so you can get some refreshment.
Whenever I have visited there have always been buskers there so you can get a bit of musical entertainment. Also if you are a fan of Thin Lizzy the statue of Phil Lynott is just off Grafton Street so try and check that out for a bit of Irish musical history.
Written May 31, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Eyekaytoo
Leverkusen, Germany3,175 contributions
May 2024 • Family
We found ourselves walking up and down this street in a number of occasions during our recent trip over to Dublin for an important soccer match. There is a good many different stores here - big names as well as smaller boutique type shops. There is a good choice of coffee shops and places to grab a snack or even something more substantial to eat.
There weren't so many street performers there when we visited. At least up until the evening of the big UEFA Europa League soccer match the place was well policed by many good natured members of the Garda.
There weren't so many street performers there when we visited. At least up until the evening of the big UEFA Europa League soccer match the place was well policed by many good natured members of the Garda.
Written June 12, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
What are the opening hours for shops on grafton street on Christmas Eve (24th) in 2019?
Written December 15, 2019
Hi, what side streets off Grafton in particular would you recommend for other shopping/pubs? Thank you.
Written June 4, 2018
Practically all of the side streets have what You are looking for in abundance. Half way down ( from Stephen's Green) on the Left hand side is a narrow side street leading to The Powerscourt centre. I think You will enjoy it there.
Happy shopping/drinking ^__^
Written June 11, 2018
I will be staying I. Dublin for a Sunday and flying out of Dublin Monday afternoon. Am interested in shopping especially for fabrics... any suggestions on shops and where to stay?
Written April 6, 2017
I do not recall any fabric shops on Grafton St. O'Callaghan Hotel Davenport is a great hotel, centrally located and walking distance to many places including Trinity College and many restaurants. The staff are wonderful.
Written April 8, 2017
What time shops &malls close on Friday &weekends
Written April 1, 2017
When we were there the shops shut by 6pm. Parking is hard to find as it is very competitive. The shops are busy and i would recommend to get your shopping done during the day. Even the little stores close early.
Written April 2, 2017
I've heard there's a department store in Dublin centre that has/used to have benches inside which had leprechauns on them. Can anyone tell me which one it is as I'm struggling to find it? thanks
Written March 10, 2017
Leprechauns are everywhere in Ireland.The problem is that they are invisible unless you know how to see them. Try a drop of uisce beatha, or a couple of pints of Guinness. That helps.
Written March 11, 2017
I am doing a rental and wondering is there parking around
Gafton market??
Written June 4, 2016
Doesn't seem like much street parking and the streets around are busy with tourists. Would recommend you ask the tourist information office. As the above person said there is a car park in the St Stephen's Green Centre. Good Luck!
Written June 4, 2016
How late are the stores usually open in this area (on a Monday in June)?
Thank You
Written May 2, 2016
What is Grafton Street like on Sundays: during the day, evening, and night? Are the business hours shorter on Sundays or not, more or less entertainment on Sundays?
Written November 3, 2015
I was there in the summer, but it was very busy during the day (and the weather was lovely!)
Written November 5, 2015
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