Molly Malone Statue

The statue of Molly Malone, a figure of Dublin folklore

The Dublin audio-guided tour stops you before the statue of Molly Malone, set among the passers-by since 1988. This character, heroine of the city's unofficial anthem, is the subject of an urban legend dear to the heart of the Irish.

A fishmonger turned legend

Designed by the artist Jean Rynhart and unveiled in 1988, the bronze statue depicts Molly Malone, a young seller of fish and shellfish, pushing her cart through the streets of Dublin. The song that bears her name tells her story and her tragic end, becoming a true popular anthem taken up by Dubliners and sports supporters.

What there is to see

The lively statue depicts Molly with her cart of fish and shellfish. It is one of the most popular meeting and photo points of the city centre. A symbol of Dublin and its folklore, it embodies the popular soul of the city and the place of song in its identity.

Practical information

The statue of Molly Malone is in central Dublin, near Grafton Street and Suffolk Street. It can be discovered freely at all hours and on the level. It is one of the most photographed places in the city.

Who was Molly Malone?

Molly Malone is a figure of Dublin folklore, a young seller of fish and shellfish, heroine of a song that became the city's unofficial anthem.

When was the statue unveiled?

The bronze statue, designed by Jean Rynhart, was unveiled in 1988 in central Dublin.