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Visiting Molly Malone in Dublin Ireland

November 15, 2009 by Matt Spock  
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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.

Molly Malone is a famous statue located just opposite of Trinity College. There is a famous Molly Malone song that tells the legend of the fishmonger. Whether or not the song is based on an actual woman, legend has it that the beautiful young woman died from a fever. The statue was unveiled in’88 during the Dublin Millennium celebrations and some regard the song as an Irish anthem.

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.

Should you be looking for place to stay in the area, the Grafton Capital Hotel is one of the most centrally located of Dublin hotels. The Grafton Capital Hotel is just beside the Molly Malone statue, Trinity College and Grafton St. You will find comfortable rooms with all mod cons. The Hotel provides internet access in all public areas include the lobby. The contemporary designed rooms and comfortable beds in the Grafton Capital Hotel are just what’s required after a day of touring the city.

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.

Another of the Dublin hotels you might also consider is the O Callaghan Alexander Hotel. This again is ideal for tourists looking for a central location for which to explore the city, as it is walking distance to many of the most popular attractions. The hotel offers babysitting services on request if you are travelling with children. The rooms include cable TV, coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, ironing board and both wired and broadband internet connection. Another of the main attractions of the O Callaghan Alexander Hotel is the modern gymnasium.

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.

No matter which of the Dublin hotels you choose to stay in while you are visiting the exciting city of Dublin, you will be greeted with warm hospitality and a comfortable place to lay your head. Whether you like to step out into the nightlife or would rather return to your room for an evening of rest and relaxation, Dublin offers all that visitors seek.

Before booking a hotel in Dublin check out this great information on Trinity College, Dublin hotels and Hotels in Dublin beside Temple Bar food market

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