Grafton Street – Ireland's premier shopping street

Do you want to know and visit one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world? Then, book cheap flights to Dublin and head to the capital of Ireland. You are on your way to visit Grafton Street, one of the two main shopping streets in the city centre. Henry Street is another major shopping street here. Grafton Street was the world’s 5th most expensive shopping street in 2008. It still continues to be among the expensive city in the world. The Grafton Street has been named after the First Duke of Grafton, Henry FitzRoy. The Grafton Street is quite long running from Saint Stephen’s Green in the south to College Green in the north.

The Grafton Street is mostly open for pedestrians, except for a short stretch that runs between College Green and Nassau Street. The 18th century Trinity College Provost's House and the Molly Malone statue that came up in the late 20th century are the two prominent landmarks on this short stretch.

Most Dubliners consider Grafton Street as epicenter of Dublin. Today this famous street has become a premier shopping street in Ireland. Famous chain stores like the Disney Store and Marks & Spencer are found here. The popular eateries found here include Burger King and Bewley's. Some small shops are also found on this street. It’s a great joy to be at Grafton Street. Apart from shopping, you can also entertain yourself here. Many street artists and buskers can be found here entertaining the visitors and tourists. This street is most expensive, so don’t forget to carry a fat wallet along with you.