DUBLIN · IRELAND
Dublin’s best days out.
The 15 most booked howth coastal tours, with prices, run times and who you reserve through. The ones worth an early start, and what each is actually like once you turn up.
Half-day guided trip from Dublin to Howth: cliff walk, seabird sightings, St. Mary’s Abbey, Martello Tower glimpses, and village time.
Most Popular“Robbie was a great guide and the time spent at the stops was just enough”
Half-day Howth from Dublin with a live guide, cliff views, and free time in the fishing village for seafood and a relaxed coastal pace.
“Great tour. Perfect for a short but complete trip to a beautiful small town. Our guide Robbie, was funny and knowledgeable.”
50-minute Howth coastal boat tour to Ireland's Eye with live commentary, seals, seabirds, and Dublin Bay Biosphere views.
“Great way to discover the birds and seal around the island. The guide was great, he felt passionate. He makes you feel like he gives this tour only to you”
Ride e-bikes along Howth’s coast, cliffs, and harbors with a small guide-led group. Easy effort, big panoramic payoffs.
“Connor, the tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about Ireland's history, and the interesting sights we got to see.”
50-minute Howth Cliff boat cruise from Dublin Bay with live captain commentary, seals and seabirds, and views of Howth Lighthouse and Ireland’s Eye.
“We picked a sunny day to go on the boat trip & really enjoyed seeing Howth from the sea. Waves were too rough to visit the cliffs this time , hopefully next time !”
Kayak Dalkey’s coastline with wetsuit gear from Bullock Harbour, see UNESCO Dublin Bay from the water, and spot Dalkey seals on a 3-hour safari.
“We had the best experience! Phillip, our guide, was extremely informative. He gave us history on everything. He was thoughtful of everyone. My kids and I had such a great time! The seals were so beautiful. Best Mother’s Day ever. 10 out of 10. Would recommend this adventure to everyone.”
Cruise Howth Cliffs and Ireland’s Eye from Dublin on the Puffin ferry. Wildlife narration, seals and birds, about 1 hour, $24.
“I would highly recommend this excursion around the beautiful coast at Howth. The tour was very informative and gave a superb overview of the history and the wildlife of the area. We topped it off afterwards with fish and chips and ice cream!”
Relax on a one-way Dublin to Dun Laoghaire boat trip with guided views of Dublin Port, Docklands, and Poolbeg Lighthouse.
“Everything was great! Nice staff. Punctual arrival and departure (for me it is very important). Thank you!”
Howth to Ireland’s Eye by boat for 45 minutes of wildlife, cliff views, and captain commentary in Dublin Bay.
“Amazing! The tide changed and we were actually able to land. We saw seals and plenty of birds including a puffin in the water 20ft from our boat”
Guided 3-hour Howth coastal hike from Howth Market to cliffs and 360° views, with harbor seals, abbey lore, and summit paths.
“This was the best tour I've ever had! The guide, Zack, was genuinely nice, and you could feel the love for nature and his town. The history, the stories, the paths we took, the views, were all insightful and magical, there is so much fauna and flora, it was fascinating! I was looking for some…”
Hike the Howth coast with a small expert guide: scones at the start, cliff views, Martello Towers, tides caves, and Baily Lighthouse.
“What a great day. Sean was an excellent guide, with lots of interesting history about the region. Scenery was gorgeous.”
Howth’s Ireland’s Eye boat tour: small group, live skipper stories, seal colony views, and seabirds off Dublin’s coast.
“Very accommodating when travel delays had me miss my initial booking and let me get onto the next available tour with no hassle!”
A 1-hour Howth sunset cruise with live captain commentary, Ireland’s Eye wildlife viewing, and big photo chances over Howth Harbour to Dublin Bay.
“Myself and my partner absolutely loved our trip, it was a beautiful sunset and really enjoyed the views.”
Sail from Dun Laoghaire to Howth on the St Bridget, spotting seals and Dublin Bay sights, then enjoy Howth’s harbor and walks.
“Beautiful views of the Dublin coastline. Boat fine, plenty of room to view and take photos on all decks.”
A 60–70 minute Dublin Bay cruise from city docks to Dun Laoghaire, with live commentary, lighthouse and bridge views, and a DART return option.
“Great fun and things to learn. Bring drinks with you as they don't sell any on board”
From the city’s pubs and museums to the Cliffs of Moher and the Causeway coast, every day out worth the early start.
