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Is Dublin Good for a Stag Do?

Yes, Dublin is home to Temple Bar, one of the most visited party districts in the entire world, making it a hit with stags! Combine this with the unreal stag do activities you can do such as the Pedi Bus Tour and the Gaelic Games and you've got a location that the lads just can't get enough of.

AUTHOR:Hannah SowerbyContent Writer
  • Article Updated: 01/10/2025
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Best Dublin Nightlife Areas for a Stag Do

Dublin’s nightlife is spread across several key areas, each with its own vibe. Temple Bar is the iconic hub, packed with pubs, live music, and a buzzing tourist atmosphere. For late-night clubs and high-energy venues, Wexford, Harcourt, and Camden Street are unbeatable, with spots like Copper Face Jacks and Whelan’s. If you want a more local feel and cheaper pints, head north of the Liffey, where you'll find traditional pubs and unique venues like The Church. For a trendier, slightly more upmarket scene, Baggot Street to George Street offers stylish cocktail bars and lively pubs, perfect for mixing rowdy fun with a touch of class.

  • Oliver St John Gogarty
    • Iconic,
    • Bustling,
    • Jam packed

    Temple Bar

    The Temple Bar is Dublin personified. This all-encompassing stag hotspot is lined with pubs and bars, and that’s no exaggeration… The venues are crammed into a hugely busy street, with small alleys leading off the main ‘strip’ to even more pubs. There’s a reason this is the biggest attraction in the city.

    Temple Bar's top 10 bars

  • The exterior of Copper Face Jacks, Dublin, at night
    • Edgy,
    • Alternative,
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    Wexford / Harcourt / Camden Street

    We’re heading into edgy and alternative nightlife in Wexford Street, with the likes of Whelan’s attracting Ed Sheeran. However, as you snake your way down to Harcourt Street, it’s like you never left the Temple Bar. Bursting with massive clubs, it’s loud, lively and open ‘til very late… On the way to Harcourt Street, you’ll pass Camden – a quirky and hipster ‘strip’ to sink a few real ales and craft beers whilst twiddling your handlebar moustache.

    Wexford, Harcourt and Camden Street's top 10 bars

  • A bridge over the River Liffey, lit up at night
    • Traditional,
    • Old School,
    • Picturesque

    North of the Liffey

    The nightlife doesn’t stop at Temple Bar… Pass through the district and over the river, and you’ll experience the more traditional side of Dublin. This is where you’ll see the real city, where the locals drink. The nightlife stretches from O’Connell Street, to Jervis and the adjacent Capel Street.

    Top 10 bars North of the Liffey

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    • Upmarket,
    • Busy,
    • Traditional

    Baggot Street to George Street

    As you might have already guessed, Dublin nightlife is not narrowed down to one ‘strip’. It spans from Baggot Street, which is home to one of the city’s oldest pubs, all the way to the modern George Street, host to an A-list club. You’re also right in the thick of Dublin’s big shopping district, to pick up Dublin souvenirs (leprechaun fridge magnets etc.).

    Top 10 bars from Baggot Street to George Street

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Top 10 Stag Friendly Dublin Pubs & Clubs 2026

Dublin is packed with stag-friendly venues including The Temple Bar is world-famous for its lively atmosphere, traditional music, and iconic pints. If your group is after late-night dancing, Copper Face Jacks is a legendary Dublin club known for its party-all-night vibe and big crowds. For something a little glitzier, Krystle Nightclub delivers a stylish clubbing experience with VIP areas and a buzzing dance floor. And for a mix of everything under one roof, Bad Bobs in Temple Bar offers multiple floors of bars, live music, and DJs, making it a perfect all-rounder for stag groups.

  • The Temple Bar

    47/48 Temple Bar

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    The iconic red corner building just off the cobbled streets of the area, is not just an excellent spot for drinking, live music and soaking up all of that local culture, it’s an iconic landmark in the city, too. Basically, you can’t have a stag do in Dublin without having a few pints in this pub. The atmosphere is buzzing, busy, loud and boasts traditional live music each day, starting from noon and going onwards until the early hours. This pub even has one of the busiest beer gardens in the whole city, where you can soak up the rays and enjoy that cheeky Irish craic that the city is renowned for.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 10:30 - 01:30
      Thurs - Sat: 10:30 - 02:30
      Sun: 12:30 - 02:30

    • No. of Bars:Two

    • Beer Garden:One of the busiest in Dublin

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • DTwo

    60 Harcourt Street, Saint Kevin's, D02 P902

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    You don’t get much bigger, better or louder than Dtwo. This two-floor club, bar and beer garden is massively popular with stags and hens and is actually located within Harcourt Hotel, where you could be staying, if you’re lucky enough. There’s even an all-weather terrace, with a capacity for 500; it’s so big, in fact, that it has its own ‘Backyard BBQ’ serving burgers, kebabs and all the stomach-liners you could possibly need at 3am.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 11:00 - 00:00
      Thurs - Sat: 11:00 - 03:00
      Sun: 11:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: Three

    • Beer Garden:One of the best in Dublin

    • Live Music:Yes, including DJs

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Copper Face Jacks

    29-30 Harcourt Street, Saint Kevin's, D02 XV58

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    No matter whether you’re celebrating your stag weekend with your little brother or your Bride-to-Be’s dad, you will end up in Copper Face Jacks. Boasting a huge main bar and dance floor (that can get a little sweaty but is still mega fun), a basement bar and a fully heated and covered beer garden, as well as mews bar and residence bar – there’s no shortage of space for all of the lads to spread out. There’s even a 22ft LED video wall and a Premium Level which caters towards private functions but also often serves as an extension of the club itself on occasion – boasting a massive 300 capacity. Located on the same street as Dtwo, you’ll be in the party neck of the woods here, for sure.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 22:00 - 02:30
      Fri - Sat: 21:00 - 02:30
      Sun: 22:00 - 01:00

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Oliver St John Gogarty

    58 Fleet Street, Temple Bar

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    The loud and proud neighbour of The Auld Dubliner is bright green and couldn’t be more Irish if it tried. Named after famous Irish poet, playwright, surgeon and politician (and general Jack of all trades) – the bar gives an authentic flavour of Dublin, from right in the heart of Temple Bar. Spread over two floors, this is the prime spot for a good old Irish knees up, fuelled by the huge selection of rare whiskeys and massive wine list. You’ll wish Oliver came with you on all your nights out…

    • Opening Times: Mon - Sat: 10:30 - 02:30
      Sun: 12:00 - 01:30

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Dicey's Garden

    21-25 Harcourt St, Saint Kevin's, D02 YF24

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    Welcome to Dicey’s, the garden even Alan Titchmarsh is envious of. Dublin may be known as a pretty expensive city to visit, with Temple Bar drinks prices escalating as the night draws on, but this doesn’t mean you’ve got to remortgage your house or sell a kidney just to get drunk here. Some of the city’s best drinks offers can be found at Dicey’s, with selected drinks costing only €2.00 – which won’t break the bank. Located on Harcourt Street, within Russell Court Hotel, Dicey’s Garden has 23 screens to watch sport, top DJs performing each weekend and an unrivalled barbeque on offer. Dicey’s has also made it into Dublin’s Best Beer Gardens, so it’s a must for a sunny day in the capital – the garden has two floors, for goodness’ sake.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Sat: 16:00 - 02:30
      Sun: 16:00 - 01:30

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Beer Garden:Yes, a two-floor garden

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Krystle Nightclub

    Harcourt Street, Saint Kevin's, D02 P902

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    Situated directly below Dicey’s Garden is this ever so fashionable club. There are two massive bars, one as you enter and the second in their fantastic beer garden. You can expect a mix of chart music, with some r’n’b and funky house thrown into the mix, and sometimes there are live percussionists that have been borrowed from London’s hottest clubs! Krystle has often been frequented by celebrities such as Meghan Markle, Jerry Springer, Prince Albert of Monaco and is where Brian Ormond and Pippa O’Connor started their romance. Even better, it’s a place that hot models are known to hangout…no really, we’re not just saying that!

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: Closed
      Fri - Sat: 23:00 - 03:00
      Sun: Closed

      No. of Bars: Two

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • The Camden

    84-87 Camden Street Lower, Saint Kevin's

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    Located on Camden Street, in the Portobello area, this is one for you sports lovers out there. The Camden is the place to be to enjoy any sporting fixtures that may be on, with Europe’s largest(!!) indoor 4k screen. The venue has a whopping 80 screens in total. However, it’s so much more than a just a sports bar, with different areas, such as a cocktail bar, restaurant, private cinema, private speakeasy bar and The Five Lamps Brewery, which does an excellent range of lagers. You can watch the footie or play a game of pool whilst having a crisp and refreshing lager – perfect! Please note their door policy is over 23s.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Tues: 16:30 - 00:00
      Weds: 16:30 - 02:30
      Thurs: 14:00 - 02:30
      Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 02:30
      Sun: 12:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: Six

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:DJ Booth

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Pop City

    16-18 Essex St E, Temple Bar

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    Be transported back to the 90s with this fabulously fun retro bar that’s downstairs in the iconic Fitzsimons Temple Bar. Prepare to be dazzled by glowing neon signs, flashing lights and fun 90s décor. You can expect awesome cocktails and disco music and chart-topping tunes from some of the top DJs in Dublin. Dance the night away on the spacious dancefloor and enjoy the electric pop party atmosphere. This awesome 90s bar will have you singing there ain’t no city like a pop city city!

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: Closed
      Fri - Sat: 23:00 - 03:30
      Sun: Closed

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:DJ Booth

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • The Giddy Dolphin Pub

    2-5 Wellington Quay , Temple Bar, D02 PK72

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    Boasting “endless craic and entertainment”, this Temple Bar hotspot is sure something to get excited about. Offering quality food and drink and an authentic Irish experience, this fine establishment has a program of cracking musicians every day of the week (bringing you Irish toe-tapping classics), live sports streamed on high quality HD TVs and even tech darts, which is darts where your score is calculated automatically. Not only that, but they’re also known as Ireland’s tastiest burger joint with mega burgers and creamy thick shakes.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 12:00 - 23:30
      Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 00:30
      Sun: 12:00 - 23:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Bad Bobs

    35-37 Essex Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

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    Bad Bobs is a major player in the Temple Bar area. Spread over a whopping five floors, you could genuinely spend all night here and not get bored. Upon entering, you will be greeted by the cosy Snug Bar, which is a traditional bar with quirky décor and atmospheric lighting. Further into the venue you will find a specialist cocktail bar where mixologists will make cocktails on request if you tell them what you like. There’s also a nightclub area and a swish roof terrace with its own bar.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 16:00 - 01:30
      Thurs - Sat: 12:00 - 02:30
      Sun: 12:00 - 01:30

    • No. of Bars:Five

    • Beer Garden:Roof Terrace

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

Pubs, Clubs and Bar Crawls in Dublin

Dublin’s nightlife reputation precedes it. The city is built on old-school pubs, historic bars and fantastic craic. We’ve rounded up all the best venues to experience that Irish charm and culture.

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Top 10 Dublin Stag Do Activities

Choose from 70+ fantastic Dublin stag activities. We offer stag do classics such as clay pigeon shooting and go karting, as well as the ever-popular Gaelic Games and the brilliant beer bike, plus much more!

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      Guinness Factory Tour

    • If you travel all the way to Dublin and don’t go on the Guinness tour, there’s something wrong with you. Taste The Emerald Isle’s sweet nectar in the Gravity Bar, pour your own pint and go an epic Irish journey.

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      Indoor Karting - Grand Prix

    • The F1 has got nothing on you lot during this unrivalled karting session. This is Ireland’s largest karting arena, with a whopping 60,000 square foot of asphalt to play with.

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      Clay Pigeon Shooting

    • Feel the buzz of firing clays in the Dublin countryside at this excellent shooting centre. Located North of Dublin, this makes for an excellent arrival activity before hitting up the frenetic nightlife of the Irish capital.

    • A pedal-powered bus on a road with passengers - Rank #4

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      Pedi Bus Tour

    • Cycle around Dublin on a massive bus on wheels (you’re pedalling), starting in the Temple Bar and travelling through the best sights. You can even blast tunes as you go.

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      Private Guided Dublin Bar Crawl

    • From 8pm you'll be taken around the city to the best bars in this private guided crawl. With 3 shots included and complimentary Guinness on arrival, we hope you'll make it to all 5 bars as well as the nightclub at the end of the night.

    • A grey dog running with a bib on in a race at Night at the Dogs - Rank #6

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      Night at the Dogs

    • Feel the thrill and excitement of watching to see if your dog will win at Dublin's Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium. Your group will get admission to the track and a race programme. You'll get a tasty meal of either a fresh 5oz Burger or three butter milk goujons and chips, plus either a bottle of Heineken/Coors or a glass of wine.

    • A group of people with Gaelic Game outfits on - Rank #7

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      Gaelic Games

    • Hurl, kick and attempt some sort of skill during these crazy Irish games. Don’t worry; you’ll get instruction from GAA accredited coaches (fancy).

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      Krystle - Guestlist Entry

    • One of Dublin's top nightclubs, Krystle will show you a good time with guestlist entry for your group to enjoy some drinks. Spend the night in this modern club with neon signs and amazing artwork as well as great music and vibes all round.

    • A team of people in inflatable bubbles playing bubble football - Rank #9

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      Bubble Football

    • This classic stag do activity is basically zorbing meets football. You'll put on this massive zorb-like outfit then play a game of football. Simple things like shooting and tackling are now much harder.... and much funnier.

    • A row of pool tables at Buskers On The Ball - Rank #10

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      Buskers On The Ball - Sports Package

    • Found in Temple Bar, Buskers On The Ball is Dublin’s premier sports bar and entertainment venue. It has all sorts inside including pool, ping pong and Dublin’s largest video wall, which broadcasts all the major games. This package will get you a reserved area for your group, a pint each and a finger food buffet.

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Best Stag Do Hotels in Dublin

We’ve got over 20 accommodation options, spread throughout the city. Stag accommodation options include the iconic Harcourt Hotel, the stylish Belvedere Hotel, Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane (which has leisure facilities), and the Moxy Boutique Hotel.

    • Harcourt Hotel, Dublin - Triple room - Rank #1

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      Harcourt Hotel

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    • Set on the legendary Harcourt Street with en-suite nightclub

      This 3-star hotel is synonymous with stag groups. You want loud, you’ve got it. Add to that heady mix, one of Dublin’s busiest and biggest beer gardens, an adjoining basement club and bar and you’ve got yourself a top base. Easily our most popular stag do hotel.

    • A large guest room at the Belvedere Hotel with double and twin beds - Rank #2

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      Belvedere Hotel

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    • Modern rooms and a tasty on-site restaurant

      Just north of the Liffey set amongst cool coffee bars you’ll find the stylish Belvedere Hotel. Providing all the creature comforts you’ll need, this 3-star hotel not only has the basic necessities you need for your stay in Dublin, but also hosts a bar and restaurant as well.

    • A guest room at the Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane with a double bed - Rank #3

      Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

      4 STAR  Hotel with Leisure Facilities

    • Four star comfort right next to the River Liffey

      Unwind at this fabulous four-star hotel. Located just a stone's throw from the banks of the River Liffey, you will be based right in the heart of Dublin. And if you need to recoup the next day, then the hotel has an in-house spa to help get some much-needed minerals back into you!

    • A king bed in a room with a leather sofa and large windows at Moxy Hotel - Rank #4

      Moxy Hotel

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Boutique hostel with 24/7 bar in walking distance of Temple Bar

      Moxy Dublin is a boutique hotel, situated in the heart of Dublin's lively city centre, just 1km from Temple Bar. We offer twin rooms, that have two comfy single beds, and double rooms with a large comfy bed. Each room comes with a 49inch flat screen smart TV, complimentary high speed wi-fi, coffee/tea and a private bathroom, with a shower, WC and a hairdryer. Oh and there's a 24/7 bar!!

    • Outside view of Camden Court Hotel - Rank #5

      Camden Court Hotel

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Comfortable and stylish 3-star with pool, sauna and jacuzzi

      Found 1.5km from Temple Bar, and a six-minute walk from Wexford Street (another top Dublin nightlife area), this three-star hotel places you in the prime position to party. There are several food options at the hotel, choosing from the classy Iveagh Restaurant and the chilled out and stylish Lobby and Mezzanine. There’s also a leisure centre onsite that’s inclusive of a heated 16m indoor swimming pool, plus a jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.

    • A king bed with a tall head board and yellow decor in a room at Brooks Hotel in Dublin - Rank #6

      Brooks Hotel

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Classy 4 star hotel with amazing bar and restaurant close to Temple Bar

      The rooms of Brooks Hotel are tastefully decorated with soft pastels and quality furnishings. Every room will come with high-speed internet, complimentary water, air conditioning, a Mini-Fridge and a powerful hairdryer.Within the hotel you have Francesca’s Restaurant, which is one of the top restaurants in Dublin city centre and Jasmine Bar, which was voted one of the ‘Great Whisky Bars of the World’ by Whiskey Magazine - impressive!

    • A double bed with a panramic photograph hung above it - Rank #7

      Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • City centre location

      This stylish and comfortable chain hotel serves up the perfect crash pad for lads looking to throw a stag do in Dublin. Each room is equipped with WiFi and comfortable beds and the hotel also has an on-site bar and restaurant which is perfect before a big night out.

    • A double bedroom at the Maldron Hotel Parnell Square - Rank #8

      Maldron Hotel Parnell Square

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Near the Jameson Distillery with plenty of home comforts

      With bright and spacious rooms that are crisp and clean, this is the perfect pad if you want comfort without sacrificing location. A short stroll from the Jameson Distillery, you are nice and central - while guests enjoy everything from the convenience of a 24-hour reception to a restaurant that serves a cracking fried brekkie.

    • Two twin beds in a room with a large window, a desk with a chair and a table with two armchairs at Clayton Hotel Charlemont in Dublin - Rank #9

      Clayton Hotel Charlemont

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Super classy 4 star hotel with cocktail bar in city centre

      This 4-star hotel, located in Dublin’s city centre, is modern and luxurious. The rooms are modern and stylish and have fast free wi-fi, a HD TV, comfortable beds and their signature luxury toiletries. You can grab a morning coffee, to stave off your hangover, at the Red Bean Roastery or grab a cocktail at the ever so classy Lockside bar.

    • A large double bed with a yellow throw and yellow cushions in a room at Maldron Hotel Smithfield in Dublin - Rank #10

      Maldron Hotel Smithfield

      4 STAR  Hotel

    • Modern hotel in city centre

      Right in the city centre, this hotel is surrounded by loads of Irish pubs, bars, clubs and restaurants. The hotel’s rooms are spacious and comfortable with a powerful shower, perfect for washing that hangover away. You can tuck into a hearty buffet breakfast, ideal for setting you up for the days adventures.

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Cultural Things to do on your Dublin Stag Do

If your Dublin knowledge is limited to a ginger bloke called Paddy and a potent black beer, you probably should get yourselves a bit more cultured on your stag weekend in Dublin. Here's exactly how you can, with our top 10 ways to tick the cultural box in Dublin.

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    Guinness Storehouse

    St. James' Gate, Ushers, Dublin 8, Ireland
    Guinness Factory Tour

    It’s number one for a reason. This one’s essential to tick off any stag do in the Irish city. The birthplace of the country’s best expat (other than Robbie Keane) is the city’s most popular attraction, with seven floors of Guinness history to explore. The giant pint glass of a building (which can hold 14.3 million pints of the good stuff, FYI), has seen the likes of Taylor Swift, Barack Obama, Tom Cruise, the entire Lord of the Rings cast and even The Queen pass through its gates – and if it’s good enough for them, it’s good enough for your stag do. A trip to the Guinness Storehouse is educational, cultural and you can sink a few pints in the Gravity Bar at the top, too. Everyone’s a winner.

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    Old Jameson Distillery

    Bow St, Smithfield Village, Dublin 7, Ireland
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    The Old Jameson Distillery is the former home of the world’s best-selling whiskey, Jameson. The enchanting distillery is packed full of history and insights into producing the liquid nectar. Similarly to the Guinness Factory, any trip here is semi-cultural, semi-p*ss up – our favourite kind of semi. It’s also got a huge bar where you can sample your favourite tipples. All in the name of absorbing the culture, of course…

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    Croke Park / GAA Museum

    10 St Joseph's Ave, Ballybough, Dublin 3, D03 NF29, Ireland
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    Croke Park is as much an icon in Dublin as the Temple Bar. This is the home of the Gaelic Games, Ireland’s traditional (and complicated) sport. It’s steeped in over a century of history, has a massive capacity of 82,000 and you can even take a tour around it. The weird and wonderful sports include Gaelic football, Gaelic handball and even hurling (a hockey-come-cricket-come egg and spoon race hybrid, obvs). We’re not going to pretend we understand all of the intricate rules to the sport, but we’ll happily try our hand at a spot of Gaelic Games. When in Rome ‘n’ that.

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    Temple Bar

    Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland

    Temple Bar, Dublin’s cultural quarter, is known the world over for its lively atmosphere 24/7 and its unmissable nightlife scene. You’ll recognise the Temple Bar itself from pretty much every iconic photo you’ve ever seen of Dublin, but the area boasts lots more than just the lively red corner building; there’s The Auld Dubliner, Oliver St John Gogarty and The Porterhouse Central to name but a few huge pubs in the area, all boasting live music, free-flowing drinks and enough craic to sink a battleship.

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    Dublin Castle

    Dame St, Dublin 2, Ireland
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    Dating back to the 13th century, on the site of a Viking settlement, Dublin Castle is an impressive building, with six iconic towers to its name. It’s €8 to get in, making it one of the cheaper Dublin tourist attractions. Plus, as it’s just on the outskirts of the Temple Bar, you won’t have to walk far from the very best Dublin bars to tick this one off your list.

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    The Brazen Head

    20 Lower Bridge St, Merchants Quay, Dublin 8, D08 WC64, Ireland
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    The Brazen Head is Dublin’s oldest pub, set just a 10-minute walk from the Temple Bar. Dating back to at least 1613, with word on the street that the site has housed a tavern or alehouse since 1198, it’s worth a visit for the history alone, but it’s also renowned for serving some of the best pints in the city (ah, so now you’re listening). Its castle-like exterior will lure in your inner child and the huge range of beers will keep any stag group occupied all day and night. It’s a great place to spend the afternoon and is widely regarded as an excellent 'warm up' before you head over to the Temple Bar area.

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    St. Stephen’s Green

    St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

    Located in the very centre of Dublin, St. Stephen’s Green offers a whopping nine hectares of plush green park land, ideal for a bit of chillaxing (read: sorting those hangovers out) after a heavy previous night. Just a stone’s throw away from Camden, Harcourt and Wexford streets (and all of their edgy, alternative bars), once you’ve recharged your batteries, you can get right back on it.

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    Kilmainham Gaol

    Inchicore Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 RK28, Ireland
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    A former prison may not be the first thing you think of when you think ‘stag do’, but this one is pretty cool. Structurally, the building is very interesting and has been used as the set for several movies and even the BBC drama, Ripper Street. Now a museum, this place has housed some pretty famous crooks, including the likes of Irish revolutionaries, who were imprisoned and executed here.

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    Little Museum of Dublin

    15 St Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland
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    This much-loved museum in central Dublin will give you a rundown of Dublin history from the 20th century, right up to date. So, if your Dublin knowledge is limited to Leprecauns, you might just learn a thing or two here. Plus, similarly to St. Stephen’s Green, it’s just seconds from the Camden, Harcourt and Wexford streets grid of bars – including the world famous music haunt, Whelan’s – meaning you won’t have to travel far for your next pint.

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    The Church Bar

    Junction of Mary St. and Jervis St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01YX64, Ireland
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    Checking out the local architecture is all well and good, but you’re missing out on valuable drinking time on your stag do – which is why The Church bar and restaurant is the ideal haunt to kill two birds with one stone. Housed in an actual former church, this venue now houses a cafe, nightclub and fantastic outdoor BBQ area for those balmy Dublin nights. There’s a main bar, cellar bar and tower bar, all selling a wealth of craft beers and contemporary cocktails, leaving you lot with plenty of space to spread out and get your rounds in. Amen to that.

How to Stay Safe in Dublin

Dublin is a tourist hotspot and with tourist hotspots it's always worth being mindful of a few simple safety tips to make sure your trip is memorable for the right reasons. Here are our top six safety tips:

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Stick with your pals so no one is left on their own in an unfamiliar city

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Set up a group chat and put your address accommodation in it (including any pass codes you may need) so everyone has got it

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With the alcohol flowing freely make sure to keep yourselves to yourselves to avoid any conflict

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Keep to the main areas of Dublin rather than straying into unfamiliar territory

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Make sure you are vigilant of pickpockets and don't put your valuables anywhere thieves can easily access them

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Be extra mindful near water if you're hanging about the river Liffey and keep an eye on your pals

By bearing these simple safety tips in mind we're sure you'll have a fab weekend full of endless craic.

Getting to Dublin

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Out of 65 locations, Dublin is one of our most well-connected. In 2016, Dublin airport had its busiest year, with over 900 low-cost airliners flying to the capital from all over the world – including the likes of Aer Lingus, Ryanair and Easy Jet. It takes around one hour and 15 mins to get to Dublin from our very own capital, and only one hour from the likes of Manchester. You can even get the ferry from Liverpool if you’ve got strong sea legs.

AirportDurationAirline
Aberdeen International Airport ABZ1h 40mBritish Airways Aer Lingus
Birmingham Airport BHX1h 5mRyanair Aer Lingus
Bristol Airport BRS1h 05mRyanair Aer Lingus British Airways
Cardiff Airport CWL1h 05mRyan Air
East Midlands Airport EMA1h 5mRyanair Aer Lingus
Edinburgh Airport EDI1h 10mRyanair Aer Lingus British Airways
Exeter International Airport EXT1h 5mFlybe
London Gatwick Airport LGW1h 50mRyanair Aer Lingus British Airways
Glasgow Prestwick Airport GLA1h 10mRyanair Aer Lingus British Airways
London Heathrow Airport LHR1h 20mAer Lingus British Airways
Newcastle Airport NCL1h 10mRyanair Aer Lingus
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You could travel to Dublin the old-fashioned way, on a boat. A ferry is a comfortable option for those that don’t have a head for heights (albeit not those who don’t have the stomach for water…), with cosy on-board cabins, bars and meals included. Setting off from the port of Liverpool, it’s a small dip in the stag weekend wallet - starting at £59 each way on P&O Ferries – and you can even take your car on board. However, the travel will eat into your time away, as it takes an average of eight hours to get to Dublin. From the port, it’s a further 20 minute drive to the city centre (around €25).

Travel FromFerryDuration
Port of Liverpool P&O Ferries8h
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If you're already based in Ireland or Northern Ireland, lucky you. Dublin is a breeze to access via the open road, with most major locations around two hours away in the car.

Start DestinationDuration
Belfast 1 hr 55 mins via M1 and A1
Cork 2 hr 55 mins via M7 and M8
Galway 2 hr 24 mins via M6
Limerick 2 hr 24 mins via M7

Getting Around Dublin

Dublin is home to loud nightlife and, you’re in luck, as it’s easy to get to all the different parts (bars) in the city on foot.

Average Prices in Dublin

Not one of the cheapest stag do destinations in the world, Dublin might set you back a little more than its Eastern European counterparts. Here are the average prices you'll be paying once you're over there.

  1. €30 (£26.65)

    Average Price of a Lap Dance - Rank #1

  2. €6.40 (£5.70)

    Average Price of a Guinness - Rank #2

  3. €7.00 (£6.25)

    Average Price of a Kebab - Rank #3

  4. €10 (£8.70)

    Average Price of a Nightclub Entry - Rank #4

What Time of Year is Best to go on a Dublin Stag Do?

The best time for a stag do in Dublin depends on what kind of trip you want. Spring has longer days and milder weather, but it also has St. Patrick’s Festival in mid-March, which makes the city electric, but prices are high and it’s extremely busy. June to August has nice weather but it’s peak tourist season which can mean more expensive flights etc. Autumn has slightly less good weather, but it is less crowded than in the summer.

October 2025

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We’ll not beat around the bush – the weather has taken a turn for the worse… The lows have dropped into single figures, but the occasional highs are still 13°C.

JAN

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MAR

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MAY

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JUN

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JUL

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SEP

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OCT

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NOV

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DEC

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Random Dublin Facts

  1. Guinness - Rank #1

    Guinness

    Dublin’s most famous export is big business in the city. Over 10 million pints of the ‘black stuff’ are produced in the capital, every day.

  2. The Brazen Head - Rank #2

    The Brazen Head

    The Brazen Head is recognised as the ‘oldest pub in Ireland’, dating all the way back to 1198.

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    Pubs

    This city is famous for boozers, and is home to no less than 666 pubs in the capital alone.

LNOF in Dublin

Dublin is in our top five popular stag do destinations, so it makes sense to try out the city’s mega activities and accommodation. It just so happens we have done exactly that, and this is what happened…

  1. LNOF Visit Dublin's Guinness Storehouse

  2. LNOF at Bad Bobs Temple Bar Dublin

  3. LNOF at Dublin's Buskers on the Ball

Dublin Stag Do Activities

Dublin is one of our biggest and best stag weekend destinations, and has loads of amazing stag do activities. everything from the Pedi Bus tour to the Gaelic Games

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*We take pride in our work and all of the information in the guide was correct at the time of publication - 01/10/2025. Probably.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Dublin isn’t the cheapest city, with a city centre pint setting you back between €6.90 to €9.20, but it is definitely worth the money. If you’re looking to keep costs down, make sure to have a couple of cans before hitting Temple Bar. You can always hit up places like Spoons for a few rounds of cheaper drinks.

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Going to Temple Bar on a night out is the number one thing to do on a stag do. Popular activities include, touring the Guinness Factory, doing some Indoor Karting, Clay Pigeon Shooting and hopping onboard the Pedi Bus for a unique tour where your group will pedal a bus that will go to four different Dublin pubs and bars.

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Depending what time you have booked your flights for, two day and three-day stag dos in Dublin and the most common. It depends whether you want to do a weekend with flights on the Friday night and back on the Sunday, or you want to have a slightly more packed itinerary and time for 2 proper nights out.

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Yes, Dublin is generally considered a very walkable city. The city centre is relatively small, so most major attractions (Trinity College, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, Grafton Street, etc.) are within a 15–20-minute walk of each other.

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Yes, Dublin is very easy to reach from the rest of the UK, with frequent short flights (usually under 1 hour) from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, and many other cities.

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Yes, you can wear fancy dress in Dublin, but there are a few things to keep in mind. Some venues are happy to welcome groups in fancy dress (especially stag/hen-friendly spots in Temple Bar), but others have strict rules against costumes or matching outfits. We’d always suggest checking ahead.

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Dublin is a very popular spot for stag parties, but there are a few rules and expectations to keep in mind. Irish law prohibits drinking alcohol in many public spaces (like streets and parks), especially in central Dublin. Anti-social behaviour (shouting, fighting, vandalism) can quickly get you refused entry to venues or even arrested. Dublin has strict rules about disorderly conduct. No drinking is allowed on buses, the DART (commuter train), or Luas (tram). Taxis are generally fine with stag groups as long as everyone behaves.

About the Author

A graduate in ‘Drama and Scriptwriting’, Hannah is a comedy nerd that loves to write, travel, party and try new things. She’s been to twenty of LNOF’s locations and is looking forward to visiting many more. Hannah has taken part in lots of activity testing with LNOF from beer bikes to axe throwing to escape rooms to go karting. She’s also stayed in many of LNOF’s accommodation options, so she knows what’s good. As well as copywriting, Hannah has had many plays produced professionally and has written/performed comedy sketches for BBC Newcastle. She also won the Hunter Davies Young Writers Award for her piece of travel writing.

Article Updated: 01/10/2025

Hannah Sowerby

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