{"id":7962,"date":"2012-08-02T19:00:23","date_gmt":"2012-08-02T18:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wdie.wedding-dates.com\/?p=7962"},"modified":"2024-07-16T17:05:41","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T16:05:41","slug":"hen-party-destinations-in-ireland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/hen-party-destinations-in-ireland\/","title":{"rendered":"Hen party Destinations in Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8050\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2012\/08\/hen-party.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"570\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/hen-party.jpg 570w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/hen-party-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ireland is a wonderful location for a memorable hen party; it\u2019s rich in beautiful scenery, fun-packed activities and unforgettable nightlife. All this gives the perfect recipe for an <strong>excellent time with the girls<\/strong>, so we\u2019ve done the homework for you and made this fabulous little guide of the 5 best Irish hen party destinations!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Belfast \u2013 <\/strong>One of the best choices for a hen weekend getaway, Belfast enjoys all the culture and liveliness of any of the top European cities without the noise, pollution and crowds of people. This buzzing city has a vibrant art and music scene, a plethora of chic restaurants and bars and some excellent boutique shops, making it the perfect base for your weekend. As well as this, chances are if you and the hens have your heart set on an activity for your Belfast hen party\u00a0then the city probably offers it! From active options like laser clay shooting and pole dancing lessons to more relaxed ones like hot stones massages and afternoon tea, there\u2019s sure to be something to keep even the fussiest friend happy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cork \u2013 <\/strong>Cork creates a beautiful setting for any hen party and boasts many a proud resident, with Corkonians often referring to the city as the \u201creal capital of Ireland\u201d. It\u2019s built on the River Lee which makes for a stunning location and as well as admiring the locality there\u2019s loads of things to do to keep the hens happy. The Irish hospitality is world renowned so get a taster of it in a great Cork restaurant or try out a casino or murder mystery evening. Looking for a fab fix during the daytime? Head for a pampering day or a bollywood dancing lesson- both are great group pleasers!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dublin \u2013 <\/strong>If you\u2019re after the craic then you need not look any further than Dublin- it\u2019s one of the world\u2019s finest cities and a magnificent place to conduct a hen party. The city is a veritable haven of enjoyment, from the Punchtown Racecourse to the Temple Bar to the Guinness Brewery. Holding a hen party in Dublin means that the fun really never stops- you can fill your day with spa sessions, afternoon tea and go-karting and your evening with first class restaurants, comedy clubs and VIP nightclubbing! And the deity of all women\u2019s magazines loves it too; Cosmopolitan recently raved \u201cOne hour in Dublin and you\u2019ll be high on the craic- it\u2019s an explosive mixture of energy and warmth, music and style, not to mention more than 1000 bar counters where the chat and banter will welcome you in\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Galway \u2013 <\/strong>Galway is a charming city which is sure to provide for you and the girls\u2019 every need- as well as being a great party destination it\u2019s also home to the world famous Oyster festival (great food, funky music and sea views!) Taking hold of the pursestrings? Galway is one of the best locations on a budget as the value is excellent, meaning you can pack more into the weekend of a lifetime! Whether you\u2019re into horse riding, go karting, shooting or paintball you won\u2019t be disappointed, and if it\u2019s exciting nightlife you\u2019re looking for then Galway is the place to be!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Limerick \u2013 <\/strong>The River Shannon provides a beautiful backdrop for Limerick\u2019s rich supply of day and night-life. It has become a bit of a tourist boom in recent years, but this just proves the many great things to see and do! There\u2019s a rich supply of bars, clubs and restaurants as well as heaps of culture and beautiful buildings. It\u2019s seen as the sporting capital of Ireland so it\u2019s the perfect place for you sporty hens to head- get some power between your legs during go-karting or relieve some stress before the wedding with a pampering day!<\/p>\n<p>Overall Ireland is an excellent place to host your hen party, whether you\u2019re looking for relaxation or energy. A top pick among young and older alike, there\u2019s something for everyone and you\u2019ll have an <strong>amazing, unforgettable time<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>This is a guest post by Genevieve from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gohen.com\/\">GoHen<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><em><strong>leading hen party organisers, who organise hen parties in all the above places and more! With years of experience, a huge range of exciting ideas and all the professional credentials you need, GoHen is your totally dedicated weekend hen platform!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>{Image of hen party invite by\u00a0merrymint\u00a0on Etsy}<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Ireland is a wonderful location for a memorable hen party; it\u2019s rich in beautiful scenery, fun-packed activities and unforgettable nightlife. 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