10 Tours in Howth That You Shouldn't Miss

June 18, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Howth (/ˈhoʊθ/; Irish: Binn Éadair, meaning "Éadar's peak") is a village and outer suburb of Dublin, Ireland. The district occupies the greater part of the peninsula of Howth Head, forming the northern boundary of Dublin Bay. Originally just a small fishing village, Howth with its surrounding once-rural district is now a busy suburb of Dublin, with a mix of dense residential development, quarries and wild hillside. The only neighbouring district on land is Sutton. Howth is also home to one of the oldest occupied buildings in Ireland, Howth Castle. It has been the site of filming for many films.
Restaurants in Howth

1. Craft Beer and Seafood Howth Trail with a Local

Howth Dart Station, Howth Rd, Howth, Dublin, Ireland Hidden Howth Experiences
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Howth is known for its Seafood, however knowing the best spots to indulge can be difficult. After a busy day’s sightseeing, relax under the guidance of a local and visit a number of bars/Restaurants in this beautiful fishing village (located 30 minutes from Dublin). We will taste several local beers and taste the finest locally caught seafood in Ireland, including Mussels, Dublin bay prawns, Oysters, Gambas, Seafood Chowder and many more. Along the route you will also hear tales of the Norman and Viking invasions and legends from the 700 year old Howth Castle and chat with your guide to receive personalized recommendations as well as insight into the city’s extensive history.

Inclusions: Beverages, Food tasting, 2-course lunch, Local guide, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup

Reviewed By BuddhaMoby

Mark was a fun, knowledgeable guide. In particular, he had a lot of high quality videos all ready prepared to make the experience truly immersive. I definitely want to go visit and see the natural beauty of Ireland!

2. Ancient Howth Village Adventure

Claremount Industrial Estate, W Pier, Howth, Dublin, Ireland Hidden Howth Experiences
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We start our journey through time, hearing tales of Viking and Norman invasions and learning about the history of the 700-year-old castle. Immerse yourself in Irish culture as we walk through the ruins of St. Mary's Abbey (Built in 1042) and visit sites known only to locals (Hidden Howth). There will be plenty of time for photographs, as you stroll through this picturesque fishing village and meet the local colony of seals and the huge variety of seabirds. Whether you have a passion for Irish history, or prefer listening to the myths and legends you have come to associate with ancient Ireland, there is something for everyone.  If you have any issues booking, contact me directly - [email protected] 

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Reviewed By BuddhaMoby

Mark was a fun, knowledgeable guide. In particular, he had a lot of high quality videos all ready prepared to make the experience truly immersive. I definitely want to go visit and see the natural beauty of Ireland!

3. Small-Group E-Bike Tour in Howth

Howth, Dublin, Co. Dublin, D13 E6V3, Ireland Shane's Howth Adventures
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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!

Inclusions: ebike and helmet, Tourtalk receiver and earpiece

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Food and drinks

Reviewed By 92eugenief

My husband and I had a fantastic time on Shane’s Howth adventure. As we are coming out of lockdown in Ireland, this was a great choice for safe outdoor fun. Our tour guide Gus was full of fun facts and historical references. To top it off, we got to spend the day with Jesse the dog, our tour guides dog, who came along with us. Howth is a beautiful place with flowers in bloom, gorgeous views at the top of the hike and even Llamas. It was my birthday the day we went and it was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for your next outdoor adventure in Dublin.

4. Day Trip To Malahide And Howth

Dublin, Ireland City Unscripted
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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.

Inclusions: 8 hours with your host, A private and personalized experience, Transportation from Dublin and back to the city by bus, Entry into the Malahide Castle, Walking experience once at the destination (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions excluding Malahide Castle, Transportation costs (additional to the ones included in the experience), Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By LyndaS1111

Jay and his team were excellent during our recent trip to Ireland. We were a group of 16 with 4 children and used their services for our trips to and from the airport and also to and from Trinity hotel for our daughters wedding. They were on time, helpful and a lot of fun. Despite the city closing down they remained available to us for any questions and concerns. Highly recommend their services.

5. The Beauty of Howth Private Day Trip: Nature, Castle & Views

Connolly Station, 1 Amiens St, Dublin Docklands, Dublin, Ireland Withlocals.com Private Tours in Dublin
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If you are looking for the perfect combination of history, nature, and stunning views, go with your local host to Howth! Join your favorite local on a day trip full of interesting facts, stories, and that beautiful Irish landscape that you definitely cannot miss. Howth is waiting for you, are you ready? Just a short train ride and you’ll be stepping into a picturesque Irish village full of myths, legends and of course, majestic views. Get the perfect introduction of Howth from your local host and start exploring. Wander through Howth’s streets, hear more about the origin of the city, and find out how this place used to be an island. Make your way to find Howth Castle, a medieval landmark and one of the longest continuously inhabited private homes in Europe. This Castle holds many stories, and your host will share them with you. Hear about its transformation, and a fascinating story that involves pirates, kidnapping and more

Inclusions: Howth Chowder, Guinness beer, private guide, local guide

Exclusions: food and drinks not mentioned as inclusions, hotel pick-up and drop off

Reviewed By MapDash

I loved these tours. Took them back in April of 2019. The first tour I took was a walking tour of Dublin. Ciaran was the tour guide. He was a total history buff and made the tour super interesting. The next day I went on a tour to a seaside village called Howth. I had a tour guide named Stephen. He was very cool and even preformed Shakespeare in the woods for his group. I hope to take these tours again one day.

6. Dublin City & Bay Private Tour

The Spire, O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland ChaperoneVIP Private Tours
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Dublin City & Bay Private Tour by ChaperoneVIP is a high quality custom tour in Dublin which specifically includes no 'Big Tourism' attractions with their associated crowds and with a sharp focus on safety and peace of mind for my guests. All government regulations & recommendations adhered to. New face masks (where necessary) & hand sanitizer is provided for you. In addition to bottled water & Irish chocolates :) This original custom tour is a fun mix of Irish history, traditional Irish music, coastal scenery, our famous Dublin pub culture & of course why we love Guinness so much and has been operational pre-2020 as my no.1 tour! As we drive, you'll learn about our brave revolutionaries, Ireland's emigration & the famine, religion, the language, Guinness brewery history & lots more. When its time for lunch or a pint, I'll book you in to only where is quality, safe and right for you and I'll take care of you all day like you are my own! See you in Dublin! Éamonn

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Still or sparkling, Irish chocolates

Exclusions: A visit to a classic Dublin pub is a great real Irish experience. Food & drink at your own expense., Admissions / Entrance fees to any attractions along our tour stops are paid at guests expense., Gratuities

Reviewed By Razmuzh

I can write a long list of everything that was good. But take it short. You are king! Thanks for the tour, it was an 11 out of 10. I will contact you again if Dublin becomes a destination again. ENTER AND FOLLOW HIM ON INSTAGRAM???????????? (See photo)

7. Howth Coastal Walk

Howth Market, 3A Harbour Rd, Howth, Dublin, D13 T8Y7, Ireland Shane's Howth Adventures
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The award winning Howth tour that takes you to the highlights and panoramic views surrounded by nature and wildlife. Immerse yourself in the amazing atmosphere and flavours of this ancient and famous Dublin village on our Howth walking tour. Explore the charming harbour and historic picturesque coastal village through the eyes of a local. All our guides are Howth natives who share their own unique insight. Visit the beautiful grounds of Howth's 800 year old medieval 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, enjoying the breathtaking views on the Howth cliff walk, taking in the sights, sounds and aromas of a bustling port. Stroll along the piers hearing about the history which inspired many famous writers, artists and our local rock stars!

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Reviewed By 92eugenief

My husband and I had a fantastic time on Shane’s Howth adventure. As we are coming out of lockdown in Ireland, this was a great choice for safe outdoor fun. Our tour guide Gus was full of fun facts and historical references. To top it off, we got to spend the day with Jesse the dog, our tour guides dog, who came along with us. Howth is a beautiful place with flowers in bloom, gorgeous views at the top of the hike and even Llamas. It was my birthday the day we went and it was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for your next outdoor adventure in Dublin.

8. My Authentic Dublin: History, Music, Locals & Pubs - Private Day Tour Experience

The Spire, O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland ChaperoneVIP Private Tours
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Totally bespoke Dublin tour unique to you based on our chat and I will do the rest! My tour style is: History - Music - The Craic (fun) - Real Pubs These 4 elements will give you an understanding of Irish culture such as we discover the 1916 Revolution, the catastrophic Great Hunger of the mid 19th century, Viking Dublin, classic Dublin pubs culture, religious Ireland, Irish America, scenic Dublin bay & more. Traditional Irish music throughout. Once you book the tour, we will coordinate which of the optional stops which are important to you and I can put the bespoke tour together for you. An Authentic Dublin Experience is to learn the real Dublin, meet the locals with a local and to see the sides of Dublin that also exist outside of the well worn tourist trail. Hope to see you soon in Dublin, Éamonn

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Still or sparkling, Irish chocolates

Exclusions: Attraction fees of the optional choices., Gratuities

Reviewed By Kwumphred

Unfortunately due to COVID, our trip to IRELAND was canceled. However, I still wanted to leave a review to give praise to Eamonn. He was so incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and kind during all of our correspondence. I would recommend him just based on his honesty and integrity, he returned our deposit plus supplied me with websites to gain more information for our trip. I can't wait to get to Dublin to meet him and rely on his expertise to see the country. He made the trip planning seamless and stress-free! 5 stars well deserved.

9. Virtual Howth Village & Cliff Walk Tour

Hidden Howth Experiences
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The tour completed using full 360 degree videos for an immersive Experience, with live commentary from our lead guide Mark via zoom. See this Historic Irish Village (Howth) through the eyes of a local, his camera, Irish Humour and his Dog. This experience will let you live, feel & breathe the real Ireland as thou you were really here.

Inclusions: Various Start Times to Suits all time Zones, Interaction with the guide: you will be able to speak with the guide throughout the tour, Small Group Virtual tour that ensures personalized attention from your guide, Live Virtual Tour of Howth and its main highlights

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Reviewed By BuddhaMoby

Mark was a fun, knowledgeable guide. In particular, he had a lot of high quality videos all ready prepared to make the experience truly immersive. I definitely want to go visit and see the natural beauty of Ireland!

10. 8hr Custom private tour of Dublin - History, Music, Craic, Pints!

Saint Stephen's Green, St Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland ChaperoneVIP Private Tours
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Use the vast and varied itinerary options that I have provided as inspiration for you to make your customised private tour in Dublin the very best it can be! Whether its history, Irish music, craic (Irish for fun) or pints in classic Dublin Guinness pubs, Dublin bay scenery or even just some relaxed sightseeing and to be accompanied around Dublin and taken care of. . I can do it all. Let me know what your interests are and I'll take it from there and you just relax and enjoy Dublin or of course just leave it all the me and I will give you a high quality, bespoke private tour experience in Dublin and we will have fun along the way. It will be my pleasure to show you my city. See you in Dublin, Eamonn.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, still or sparkling, Irish chocoloate for my guests, Glass of guinness or other

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Reviewed By Kwumphred

Unfortunately due to COVID, our trip to IRELAND was canceled. However, I still wanted to leave a review to give praise to Eamonn. He was so incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and kind during all of our correspondence. I would recommend him just based on his honesty and integrity, he returned our deposit plus supplied me with websites to gain more information for our trip. I can't wait to get to Dublin to meet him and rely on his expertise to see the country. He made the trip planning seamless and stress-free! 5 stars well deserved.

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