Claire & Marc
Make a longer trip of it?
Kehoes Pub
Get a drink in this 200-year old Dublin institution, not far from Grafton Street.
Guinness Storehouse
Find out how the black stuff is made, try some Guinness-flavoured food items, learn how to pour the perfect pint, hang out on the amazing branding and advertising floor, then get a pint on the roof overlooking the city. Guinness is good for you.
Kilmainham Gaol
Book a guided tour and learn about the historical importance of and the notable prisoners that were housed in this former prison. If you're interested, book well in advance.
Jameson Distillery Bow St.
If you're a whiskey fan it's probably worth a stop and guided tour of the Jameson distillery, which has been running since 1780. As well as the standard tour you can get involved in some premium whiskey tasting, take part in a whiskey blending class or cocktail making class, or even a cask draw experience where you can drink whiskey straight from the keg. Oaky!
Explore near the venue
Follow the link below for suggestions of things to do in the vicinity of Virginia Park Lodge.
Belfast
Favourites include Harlem cafe (for an Ulster fry), the Duke of York and Ulster Museum. Also the Titanic Museum is a must.
Howth
Visit Howth peninsula – a half an hour drive from Dublin – and explore the quaint village and fishing port, then get some top notch fish from one of the great restaurants.
Galway
If you want to go further afield this is an amazing place to visit, full of bohemian characters, nice vibes, great bars and cultural experiences. Also some amazing food. If you're planning to see some of the country you could do much worse than to head here – and then take a drive west along the coast and around Connemara national park.