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Dublin: Howth Coastal Hiking Tour

4.9  / 597 reviews
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Dublin: Howth Coastal Hiking Tour
4.9  / 597 reviews
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Experience the highlights of this famous Dublin peninsula through the eyes of a local. Discover hidden trails hiking, panoramic views, enjoying amazing nature, wildlife and storytelling along the way.

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Duration 3 hours
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Kate – Ireland

An absolutely amazing day with Zack! We are locals to the area and we’re still surprised with a new route & scenery and history! Loki the dog kept us on track and a bonus was seeing dolphins from the cliffs! A great day spent in the winter sunshine - thank you!

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Kate – Ireland
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Ann – United States

Absolutely great guide and wonderful experience to see all the ecology around Howth

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Ann – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Discover the beautiful fishing harbour and village of Howth
  • Get insider stories with expert local guides nobody knows it better
  • Hike to views described by HG Wells as the most beautiful in the World
  • Explore less travelled trails across heathlands and blankets of wildflowers
  • Finish the day at the best places to eat and drink with your new local knowledge

Full description

Enjoy an unforgettable day at this beautiful Dublin coastal village. Get unique insight enroute, hearing tales, legends and the amazing history of Howth surrounded by nature and wildlife along the way. Meet your guide and fellow guests at Howth Market. Walk along the harbour spotting the local seals and marine life. Hear about the famous local artists, writers and rock stars. Head up through the village passing St Mary’s Abbey, founded by the Viking, King Sitric in 1042. Hike up to the hightest point of the peninsula, the Ben of Howth, to panoramic views of the east coast of Ireland. 

The route will take you to trails off the beaten track over heathlands and blankets of wildflowers stopping for photos along the way. Take in the beautiful sights at the Summit overlooking the Baily Lighthouse, Dublin Bay and the Wicklow mountains before heading back down the cliff path to the village and harbour to enjoy some famous local hospitality.

Includes

  • Walking tour
  • Local guide
  • Complimentary video momento
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

Meet your guide at the main entrance to Howth Market, opposite Howth Train Station, at 12:00 PM.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water
  • Rain gear

Know before you go

  • Howth is a beautiful peninsula easily assesible from the city centre either by DART train to Howth station or by taking the H3 bus from Lower Abbey Street in Dublin.
  • The hike will take you off road up and down hills to all the famous highlights.
  • Wear good waterproof hiking shoes if possible as the trails can be wet underfoot
  • Good idea to bring backpack and water with a snack to enjoy enroute

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4.9 /5

based on 97 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.9/5

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Kate – IrelandJanuary 3, 2025  – Verified booking
An absolutely amazing day with Zack! We are locals to the area and we’re still surprised with a new route & scenery and history! Loki the dog kept us on track and a bonus was seeing dolphins from the cliffs! A great day spent in the winter sunshine - thank you!
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Ann – United StatesDecember 18, 2024  – Verified booking
Absolutely great guide and wonderful experience to see all the ecology around Howth
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Jejlan – United StatesNovember 7, 2024  – Verified booking
The scenery is absolutely breathtaking. I won’t lie the hike is long and you gotta watch your feet but Zack (our guide) will have your back. He’s kind, talkative and patient. He’s knowledgeable about the trails and the town of Howth. Y’all will have a blast with him and the beauty of nature will revive you.
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Product ID: 315142

Activity provider:Howth Adventures

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