Located in the heart of Dublin, the Molly Malone statue is on most tourists’ lists of things to see while in Dublin. It is also a famous meeting point, and might be a good idea to stay in a hotel near by.
The location of the statue is just at the bottom of Grafton Street. The statue is one of the most photographed monuments by tourists. The story of Molly Malone is part of Dublin Folklore and is told in a song where she is said to have sold fish from her wheel barrow through the streets of Dublin.
You can visit nearby Trinity College while you are in the area as well as other major points of interest along Grafton street. Dublin is rich in historical sites and offers tourists fascinating exhibits, artifacts, and buildings. Many major historical sites are easily accessible by public transportation and there are also plenty of fun places to visit as well.
If you would like to stay at one of the Dublin hotels in the area, you might consider staying at the Grafton Capital Hotel, located just a short distance from many of Dublin’s prime tourist attractions. Spacious rooms await you at the Grafton Capital Hotel with amenities including writing desk, TV, and telephone, as well as tea and coffee makers.
For those who would like Internet access, it is provided in the public areas of the hotel. Stylish and comfortable duvets and pillows are a staple of the Grafton Capital Hotel and guests can look forward to returning after a long day of exploring the city.
The O Callaghan Alexander Hotel is another popular choice of Dublin hotels for tourists to the area. This richly appointed hotel is within walking distance of many of the city’s prime attractions. Amenities include both wired and wireless broadband Internet, cable TV, coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, and ironing board. The hotel also offers 24 hour room service as well as 24 hour access to a state of the art gymnasium. Babysitting services are provided on request and there is also laundry service if needed.
There are so many recommended tourist attractions in Dublin’s fair city, many of them within walking distance of one another. Once you’ve chosen your accommodation, then the challenge is deciding where to visit first and how many attractions you can fit in during your stay. However, the great thing about staying in a central location is that you are in an ideal location to visit most of the attractions by foot.
Dublin is famed for the politeness of its people as much as the character of the city. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing trip or an active trip, you will be made very welcome where ever you go, and which ever of the Dublin hotels you choose to stay in.
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