Points of Interest Near Molly Malone

Visiting the famous Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street puts you right in the pulsing heart of Dublin. While most tourists head straight for crowded pubs, the streets surrounding Grafton Street are packed with rock 'n' roll history, hidden relics, unbelievable street food, and authentic Irish charm.

Here is your ultimate bite-sized guide to the best spots just seconds from Dublin’s favorite fishmonger!

Famous Sights & Musical Landmarks

Dublin’s south city center is an open-air museum filled with music, green spaces, and vibrant street life.

  • Molly Malone Statue
    • Category: Historic Landmark
    • Location: Suffolk Street
    • Highlights: The iconic bronze statue of Dublin’s legendary 17th-century fishmonger. It's the ultimate starting point for photos and street music.
  • Phil Lynott Statue
    • Category: Music Heritage
    • Location: Harry Street (2-min walk)
    • Highlights: A life-sized tribute to Thin Lizzy’s legendary frontman, standing right outside Bruxelles pub.
  • Luke Kelly Statue
    • Category: Cultural Landmark
    • Location: South King Street (3-min walk)
    • Highlights: An expressive bronze bust of The Dubliners' folk singer playing his banjo near St. Stephen’s Green.
  • Grafton Street Florists & Busking
    • Category: Local Street Culture
    • Location: Grafton Street
    • Highlights: Traditional family-run flower stalls paired with world-class acoustic buskers serenading shoppers.
  • St. Stephen’s Green Park & Shopping Centre
    • Category: Parks & Architecture
    • Location: Top of Grafton Street (5-min walk)
    • Highlights: Stroll through a lush 22-acre Victorian park, then pop into the striking glass-roofed shopping center across the road.

Hidden History & Culture

Step away from the main shopping thoroughfares to discover quiet churches and secret tours hiding in plain sight.

  • Celtic Loft
    • Category: Irish History Tour
    • Location: 31 Grafton Street (1-min walk)
    • Highlights: Running free guided tours for a limited time, covering Irish Culture, GAA, The Book of Kells, Busking history, Riverdance and famous Irish figures and local heritage.

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  • St. Ann’s Church
    • Category: Architecture & History
    • Location: Dawson Street (3-min walk)
    • Highlights: A gorgeous Georgian church known for stained glass, lunchtime classical concerts, and historical ties to Dracula author Bram Stoker.
  • Whitefriar Street Church
    • Category: Historic Shrine
    • Location: Aungier Street (7-min walk)
    • Highlights: A peaceful 19th-century church housing the actual relics and shrine of Saint Valentine.

Authentic Eats & Historic Pubs

Whether you want a famous takeaway box or a quiet pint in a traditional wood-paneled snug, these local spots hit the mark.

  • Xian Street Food
    • Category: Local Takeaway Favorite
    • Location: South Anne Street (2-min walk)
    • Highlights: Home to Dublin’s viral staple—the Spice Bag (crispy salt-and-chilli chicken, golden chips, peppers, and savory curry sauce).
  • The Dawson Lounge
    • Category: Historic Pub
    • Location: 25 Dawson Street (4-min walk)
    • Highlights: Officially the smallest pub in Dublin. Step down into a tiny basement bar that holds just about 40 people.
  • Kehoe's Pub (John Kehoe)
    • Category: Traditional Irish Pub
    • Location: 9 South Anne Street (2-min walk)
    • Highlights: A perfectly preserved 19th-century pub with dark wood snugs, stained glass, and exceptional pints of stout.