Ready for an Irish summer filled with long evenings, lush green landscapes, and time spent with family and friends? Then don’t waste any more time trying to figure out what to do! We’ve created this guide to the top group activities for an Irish summer, whether you’re planning a friends’ getaway, a family adventure, or even a hen and stag party.
The Emerald Isle is packed with experiences ranging from whale watching on the coast to city escape games and our very own Forest Adventure Parks in Ireland. Outdoor explorers, culture vultures, and even whiskey connoisseurs will be guaranteed an unforgettable time.
So let the craic begin!
Fly Through the Trees at Zipit Forest Adventures
There are few better things to do in the summer than go swinging through the treetops. At Zipit, our canopy courses offer a high-octane day out filled with rope bridges, climbing walls, and ziplines. And with multiple circuits varying in difficulty, everyone in the group can find their thrill (or even cheer from below)!
With locations in Dublin, Roscommon, and Cork, our adventure parks provide the perfect setting for our Outdoor Group Activities in Ireland. We can cater to all kinds of groups, whether that’s for families, parties, team building, or hens and stags. You can check out our blog to learn more about Team Building in Ireland’s Treetops (and Why Zipit is Perfect for Groups!)
Word to the wise, our courses are absolutely pumping during the summer. Book your tickets as soon as possible to make sure there is enough space for your whole group! Better yet, booking a family ticket or a corporate group gets you special discounts!
Solve Irish Mysteries with Questo Outdoor Escape Games
Forget the usual walking tour — discover Ireland’s cities in a new light with Questo! Using the app, you’ll embark on a self-guided adventure blending puzzle solving with real-world landmarks. Whether you’re encountering the ghosts of Dublin, chasing cat burglars in Kilkenny, or pursuing a fugitive in Limerick, you’ll get to uncover Irish history and culture in a totally unique way. It also makes for a great bonding experience as your group solves puzzles together — or perhaps it unleashes your competitive spirit!
Soak Up Irish Culture on the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl
If there are two things Ireland is most famous for, it’s literature and pubs. So why not experience both on a Dublin Literary Pub Crawl? Led by talented actors who perform excerpts from Joyce, Beckett, Yeats, and Wilde, all while guiding you through some of the city’s most historic and character-filled pubs, this is a pub crawl imbued with poetry. Both witty and delightfully boozy, it’s perfect for literary fans and fun-seeking groups. It also includes a private visit to the iconic Trinity College!
Experience Live Traditional Irish Music in Doolin
At the heart of traditional Irish music is the village of Doolin. This charming locale in County Clare buzzes with the sounds of fiddles and flutes during the summer, with trad sessions in just about every pub. Places like McGann’s and Gus O’Connor’s Pub host live musical performances every night, served with a classic pint.
If you really want to immerse yourself in the atmosphere, plan your visit around the Doolin FolkFest in June, where you can enjoy three days of performances from some of the best musicians in Ireland, together with family and friends!
Taste the Spirit of Ireland at the Jameson Distillery Tour
No visit to Ireland is complete without a taste of its most famous whiskey. In Dublin and Cork, enjoy a tour of the iconic Jameson Whiskey distilleries, exploring the heritage and craft of Irish whiskey through guided tastings, cocktail-making classes, and interactive experiences. For groups, it’s a great mix of culture, history, and craic — plus, the signature Jameson, ginger ale, and Lime is the perfect summer refresher!
Go Whale Watching in West Cork
In the summer, the Irish coast is teeming with marine life. Wildlife watching in West Cork has become world-renowned, with up to 24 species of whales and dolphins seen in its waters. Between March and June, minke whales, fin whales, and even humpbacks all begin to arrive, milling about with dolphins and porpoises. You may also spot the extraordinary basking shark and sunfish, or mola mola. It’s a thrilling, awe-inspiring experience that’s best shared with loved ones!If you’re interested in even more outdoor summer activities, check out our Ultimate Guide to Summer Adventures in Ireland.
Whether you’re solving puzzles, enjoying the craic at the pub, or ziplining through the trees, Ireland offers a summer like no other. And what better way to spend it than as a group? Ireland’s culture, nature, and history await — all you need to do is bring your sense of adventure (and maybe a rain jacket, just in case). If you have any questions about our Zipit courses, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!
