Grafton Street – Landmark Review | Condé Nast Traveler

"Tell me: What’s this place all about? One of Dublin's two main pedestrian shopping areas, Grafton Street is a car-free area paved with charming bricks. The thoroughfare is particularly known for its famous—or soon-to-be-famous—buskers, who give wonderful live-music performances to passersby and standing street audiences. What can we expect to see here? Weave through the crowds to find designated live-music busking spots—tip with coins or bills—and duck into the boutiques for some souvenirs. The Rolling Donut offers truly excellent doughnuts and coffee. How easy is it to get around? Grafton Streets runs in a straight line north-to-south, so it's easy to navigate. Historic buildings, as well as more modern construction line the path, and it would be difficult to get lost. The pedestrian zone is equipped for wheelchairs or strollers. Any advice if we're short on time? If you don't have time to walk up and down the entire street, navigate to the section near St. Stephen's Green, where you'll have a great shot at people watching and be able to listen to the buskers." - Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner