Top Experiences in Howth

Enjoy exploring Howth's natural and man-made attractions with a Private Guide Guide! Climb to the top of Howth Head Peak and enjoy the views of Dublin Bay and peninsula. Choose your preferred mode of transport from Dublin: private car or ferry.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

4,5-hour: Howth by Private Car
Discover Howth's top sights and climb up the Howth Head Peak. This option includes round-trip transfer by private car from Dublin to Howth.

6-hour: Howth by Boat / Rail
Discover Howth's top sights and climb up the Howth Head Peak. This option includes a one-way cruise ticket from Dublin to Howth and one-way train ticket from Howth to Dublin.

The charming fishing village of Howth is a popular destination for day-trippers from Dublin, accessible by car, rail and ferry. On this tour, we let you choose your preferred mode of transport, tailoring the experience to your needs and interests.

Cities are like snowflakes: every one of them is unique, even if they are from the same country. If you are in Dublin and want to discover other cities nearby, the locals recommend going to Howth!

In just one day, you’ll visit Howth where you can check out its renowned highlights such as Howth Castle, Summit Inn, and Howth Harbor from a local perspective.

Thanks to your local guide, you’ll get a better understanding of the history, culture, and traditions of Howth. Give yourself the gift of seeing more of Ireland and its cultural gems that have plenty of stories to tell.

Withlocals Neighboring City Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Embark on the Dublin Coastal Hike & Pints with Local Tour for an unforgettable day of adventure along the mesmerizing Irish coastline. Join a Local & their Dog, as they guide you through hidden trails, revealing tales of local lore and maritime history. The rugged cliffs, Irish Sea and quaint village unfold like a living canvas, creating a picturesque backdrop.
Dive into tales of Viking & Norman invasions, unraveling the mysteries of a 700-year-old castle that echoes with centuries of history. Immerse yourself in Irish culture as we wander through the ancient ruins of St. Mary's Abbey, built in 1042 & explore the well-kept secrets of Hidden Howth.
Cap off this adventure at a local Irish pub, where a well-deserved complimentary pint awaits. Reflect on the day's exploits in the cozy ambiance, surrounded by newfound friends and the echoes of Ireland's coastal legacy. This is not just a tour; it's a time-traveling odyssey infused with nature, history, & the warm spirit of the Emerald Isle

Thousands of people flood to Howth every year to see Howth Cliffs and walk or hike the cliffs. Our cruises allow for people to experience Howth Cliff like never before, taking in spectacular views from the sea.

Experience the best that Howth has to offer, with a 1 hour Howth Cruise or exclusive Sunset Cruise, along with fantastic food, drink, and atmosphere in the restaurant. The only package deal including dinner and an excursion in Howth!

Howth Cruise and Dine Experience includes a beautiful 1 hour boat trip along Howth Cliffs along with a 2 course meal and a drink in local restaurant Wrights Findlater Howth.

MENU
Starters
Soup | Chowder | Chicken Wings | Falafel

Mains
Beef Burger and Chips | Chicken Burger and Chips
Fish and Chips | Vegan/Prawn/Chicken Curry

Desserts
Brownie and Ice Cream | Lemon Cheesecake | Creme Brulee
Apple and Blackberry Crumble

Start off with a fully guided Dublin sight seeing bus tour before being dropped off at the Jameson Distillery to sample some of the finest whiskies in the world. Then we will take you to the home of the 'black stuff' where you'll find out the reason why Guinness is actually good for you. Then we we zip you out of the City Centre to the fishing village of Howth where you can have a leisurely lunch or even take a scenically amazing cliff walk around a portion of Howth head.

Then it's back to Dublin where you will be given some free time to explore the city before being returned to your ships docking point

Embark on the Dublin Coastal Hike & Pints & Puppies Tour for an unforgettable day of adventure along the mesmerizing Irish coastline. Join a Local & their Dog, as they guide you through hidden trails, revealing tales of local lore and maritime history. The rugged cliffs, Irish Sea and quaint village unfold like a living canvas, creating a picturesque backdrop.
Dive into tales of Viking & Norman invasions, unraveling the mysteries of a 700-year-old castle that echoes with centuries of history. Immerse yourself in Irish culture as we wander through the ancient ruins of St. Mary's Abbey, built in 1042 & explore the well-kept secrets of Hidden Howth.
Cap off this adventure at a local Irish pub, where a well-deserved complimentary pint awaits. Reflect on the day's exploits in the cozy ambiance, surrounded by newfound friends and the echoes of Ireland's coastal legacy. This is not just a tour; it's a time-traveling odyssey infused with nature, history, & the warm spirit of the Emerald Isle.

Explore Dublin's Coastal Craft Beer & Seafood Trail, a culinary adventure along the picturesque shores of the Irish Sea. Immerse yourself in the local craft beer scene, sampling a diverse range of locally brewed beers, all while gaining insights from our knowledgeable guides into the art of brewing.

Wander through this charming coastal community, discovering hidden gems of pubs and seaside restaurants, each offering a unique blend of flavors. Indulge your palate in the freshest seafood delights, including succulent Seafood Chowder and perfectly steamed Mussels, served against the stunning backdrop of the Dublin coastline.

This trail is a celebration of Dublin's maritime heritage and a perfect fusion of beer culture and coastal cuisine. Whether you're a beer enthusiast, a seafood lover, or both, the Dublin Coastal Craft Beer & Seafood Trail promises a day of sensory delights and discovery in one of Ireland's most captivating settings.

*itinerary is only a guide and is tailored for each unique tour, when we meet in person, I'll make sure that we are collaborating together for a bespoke itinerary.

A high quality ChaperoneVIP private tour in Dublin presented by myself Eamonn, a Dubliner born and bred with a 7 passenger limousine licensed minivan with Air-con, plenty of legroom and a microphone or up to 3 guests in a BMW 7 series limo.

This original custom tour is a fun mix of Irish history, traditional Irish music, scenic coastal drive, our famous Dublin pub & whiskey culture, sightseeing photo stops and all while I am taking the very best care of you personally.

As we drive, you'll learn about our brave revolutionaries, Ireland's emigration & the famine, religion, the language, Guinness brewery history & just what’s it’s like to grow up in Ireland.

This tour is designed by me personally to show you what really matters in Dublin and doesn’t overlap with any large bus or walking tour.

See you in Dublin!

Éamonn

You’ll join our local host for a private and personalized day trip to the charming seaside towns of Malahide and Howth. If what you’ve been searching for this whole time is the best fish and chips you’ve ever had, then you’ve come to the right place. Take to Dublin’s wild north coast with one of our hosts and enjoy the bracing sea air, Malahide Castle with its 250 acres of parkland and Victorian Botanical Gardens. Then there’s the fishing village of Howth, which dates back to the Vikings - and is also where you’ll find those fish and chips.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Cycle to the most breath taking views in Ireland without getting out of breath. Our e-bikes are great fun and trusty on the tarmac or the trails.  We mix the insider tracks and tales of this truly amazing peninsula while taking you to unrivaled panoramic views away from the crowds surrounded by nature and beauty.

                                          

Howth Harbour 

Howth Castle

Strand Road Sutton

Martello Towers

Red Rock Sutton

the Ben of Howth

the Summit

Howth Cliffs

Baily Lighthouse

& the views!

Discover Dublin Bay from the water, a unique perspective as you have never seen it before. Our service provides our passengers with an opportunity to see Dublin from a different perspective as they take in the panoramic views and discover the wonderful wildlife reserves that string the bay from north to south of Dublin’s coastline.

Discover all the outdoor beauty of Dublin hiking to all the highlights in Howth and panoramic views with local guides while surrounded by nature and wildlife. Immerse yourself in the amazing atmosphere and flavours of this ancient and famous Dublin village on our Howth hiking tour while hearing about the history which inspired many famous writers, artists and our local rock stars! Explore the charming harbour and historic, picturesque coastal village. All our guides are Howth natives who share their own unique insight. Learn about our very own Game of Thrones, Howth Castle. Follow the secret paths and trails through the woodlands and heathlands to views that HG Wells described as the most beautiful in the World. Walk through time in the footsteps of an astonishing history to breathtaking views on the famous Howth cliff walk. Stroll back to Howth village and enjoy Howth’s famous hospitality in one of the many restaurants, cafes and pubs.

If you fancy getting out of the busy city and seeing some of the lovely harbour villages along the coast, then this is the tour for you!

This tour has a bit of everything - village life, cliff top views, markets, fish and chips, manicured gardens, butterfly houses and even medieval history.

During this tour we will take in the villages of Howth and Malahide, and will see how they have changed over the years as well as what has remained unchanged.

One of my favourite spots that I'll take you to is Malahide Castle. I have many fond memories of playing football on the grounds of the castle lands as the owners of this estate where very open to visitors. I'm sure not many people except royalty can say they got to play football around a castle!

For more anecdotes and a taste of life outside the city, look no further than this tour!