Overview:
Dublin, the capital city of Ireland is a perfect place for a stag do! There is so much to do in the city that a weekend may not be long enough but being so close to home you can always return. The city boasts an incredible nightlife with some really friendly locals, many sightseeing opportunities and hundreds of activities for every type of stag party. So what are you waiting for? Book your stag weekend in Dublin and immerse yourself in the Irish way of life with a nice cool pint of Guinness!

Getting around:
Dublin is very easy to reach from the UK with planes running regularly from most major UK airports. There are a number of passenger ferries from Liverpool and Holyhead and combined rail and ferry tickets can be bought from most major cities in the UK. Once in Dublin, stag parties will find it easier to travel on foot due to the traffic congestion. It also gives you a chance to take in the Irish lifestyle and stop for a drink or two along the way. If public transport is needed options include buses, trams and the light railway. There is a pay as you go bike scheme in place in the city.

Things to see and do:
There are lots of things to do on a stag weekend in Dublin:

• Visit the Guinness storehouse – learn the history behind the drink while enjoying a free pint – a stag party must!
• If whiskey is more your thing why not take a tour around the Old Jameson distillery – includes some whiskey taste testing
• Take a trip to Kilmainham Gaol – Irelands most infamous prison
• Experience some true Gaelic games
• Visit Dublin Castle

History and Culture:
Ireland is brimming with history and there are lots of things to see on your stag weekend in Dublin. From Dublin Castle to the Guinness factory to the city’s eleventh century cathedral, the history of the city is just waiting to be explored.

Culturally, Dublin has a very strong literary history with Bram Stoker, Oscar Wilde and Jonathan Swift all hailing from the city. There are a number of libraries and literary museums in the city which are definitely worth a look. Dublin also enjoys a large art scene with a number of theatres, art galleries and museums in the city centre.

Nightlife:
Dublin has over 600 pubs so it is fair to say that your stag party will have trouble trying to drink the city dry! The nightlife is vast and every type of stag party is catered for. Whether you fancy a traditional Irish pub, a wine bar, a nightclub or a comedy club, Dublin has it all sorted. Most pubs tend to shut at 11.30pm on weeknights, and at 3am on weekends. Make sure to drink some Jamesons whiskey and a few pints of Guinness on your stag night to get you into the Irish spirit!

Eating:
stag parties in Dublin will be spoilt for choice as far as food is concerned. There are a wide range of high quality restaurants as well as the usual pub meals and fast food chains. If Indian is your thing check out the excellent value restaurants around South William Street for a high quality meal! Another popular choice is the Michelin praised Bang Cafe – one of the best eateries in Ireland. Food does tend to be overpriced in the city but it is your stag weekend after all and you need a full belly to soak up all that booze!