Dublin Coastal Hike with Howth Adventures

About This Tour

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.

What’s Included

• Tour Guide

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide at Howth Market and start your adventure walking along the beautiful, spot the local seals at the the famous and historic Harbour. (10 min)
2. Walk through time along the village paths and the old Abbey originally built by King Sitric the Viking. (20 min)
3. Climb to the top of Howth Head with panoramic views, north, south, east and west which HG Wells famously described as the most beautiful views in the world. (20 min)
4. Hike across the heathlands and blankets of wild flowers to Howth Summit overlooking out the Baily Lighthouse and Dublin Bay Biosphere, getting the real insider tracks and local tales with your local guide along the way. (20 min)
5. See the house where WB Yeats once lived and take in the fabulous views of the harbour and Ireland’s Eye and Lambay Islands from the Martello Tower which was built to protect against a possible invasion from Napoleon (10 min)
6. Take in the world famous cliff path views and amazing views of Howth Harbour, Ireland’s Eye and Lambay Island surrounded by nature and wildlife. (45 min)
7. After the tour, continue your Howth Adventure and choose one of the fabulous restaurants, bars and cafes back at the village and harbour. (1 min)

Meeting point: Meet your local guide and fellow guests at 11:00am outside Bodega Coffee Shop at the front of Howth Market. The meeting point is opposite Howth Train Station and the bus stop. PLEASE ARRIVE 10 MINS BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME

Good to Know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Maximum group size: 10 travelers. Available in: en.