Hen Party Activities in Dublin

No hen do in Dublin is complete without enjoying a good old gossip over some good food! Whether you want to end the evening with a chilled-out meal or line those stomachs before hitting the town, a slap-up dinner ticks all the boxes.

Whether you want a Michelin-starred, sophisticated restaurant, to eat seafood that’s freshly hauled from Dublin Bay, delicious international cuisine, traditionally Irish pub grub or just a cheap and cheerful takeaway, you’ll find it in the city centre.

Tickle your taste buds with a delicious three-course meal at the Temple Bar Hotel in Dublin. You’ll pick three awesome courses from their fab set menu, packed with traditional Irish dishes with a bang on trend twist.

There’s even something to please the veggies and desserts range from Chocolate Chip Cheesecake to Banoffee Pie? Drooling yet?

The legendary nightlife in Dublin is diverse and dynamic, promising a last night of freedom you’ll never forget! From microbreweries to swanky cocktail bars, from rockin’ music venues to traditional Irish pubs, there’s a pub, bar or club for everyone here, no matter what your taste or budget. If you’re looking for hen party ideas in Dublin, we reckon partying at a pub, bar or nightclub will be pretty high up on your priority list.

There’s never a dull moment in the Temple Bar area. We reckon it gives visitors one of the best bar crawls in the world! Your feet barely have time to touch the cobbled pavement between pubs. The party atmosphere spills on to the streets as you mingle with likeminded revellers and enjoy loads of laughs. As well as top notch drinks, you’ll also be treated to loads of live music from traditional Irish folk to the latest chart hits. Everywhere’s open until the wee hours so get ready for an epic all nighter!

A great way to sample all the highlights of Dublin’s nightlife is with our Unlimited Weekend Pub Crawl. You’ll visit at least five pubs and get a free shot in each.

You’ll also be given wristbands which will give you access to loads of other fab discounts and special offers. You can use them all weekend, create your own pub crawl, save money and skip queues. What’s not to love?

Hen party Cocktail Making in Dublin has got to be one of our most popular activities! What’s a trip to Dublin without a few drinks? Make everything feel even more special by combining this with learning a fun new skill! Head to the Temple Bar Hotel to learn all the tricks of the trade whilst getting your hands on a shot and two cocktails each! The friendly bartender will show you exactly how to mix and muddle as you get competitive with your friends over whose drink looks and tastes the best!

Once you’re all cocktailed out, why not sit down to a tasty two-course meal with either a starter and a main or a main and dessert to line your bellies before you party the rest of the night away? You can tuck into a tempting set menu with traditionally Irish dishes and other European faves. You’re spoilt for choice on a hen night in Dublin!

There’s never a bad time of year to go on a hen do in Dublin! Whether you’re a party animal or a culture vulture, there’s always something going on in the Irish capital. TradFest takes place in January, showcasing the cream of the crop of Irish and international trad and folk artists with performances and workshops.

St Patrick’s Day turns into a whole weekend of partying as more than 100,000 descend on the city to enjoy the epic St Patrick’s Day Festival in March. This celebration of Irish history and culture features dazzling parades, performances from top musicians and dancers, arts and crafts activities and a food and drink fair. The city looks gorgeous as the streets, buildings and public spaces are illuminated by green lights.

Music fans should head to Marlay Park in July for Longitude Festival. Here you can watch of the world’s best hip-hop, R&B and dance acts perform for your entertainment. July also hosts the annual Vodaphone Comedy Festival where more than 100 stand-up comedians from Ireland and all over the globe come to the stage to make everyone LOL.

Get into the mood for some spookiness in October not just with Halloween by with Bram Stoker Festival, dedicated to the Dubliner and Dracula creator with three fun days of fancy dress parades, walks, talks, plays, screenings and live music.

With so much rich, local culture, you’ve got to get out and explore on foot on your hen do in Dublin during the day or night. This is a great way to find some hidden gems and to encounter the famously friendly locals.

Alternatively, you can easily jump on the tram system, called Luas, which has two routes. The city is also served well by buses and, if you fancy a cycle, you can take advantage of the city’s self-service bike rental system.