Dublin: Howth Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Tour

About This Tour

Howth is a fishing village perched on a peninsula at the northern edge of Dublin Bay, and this three-hour tour makes the most of everything it has to offer - fresh-off-the-boat seafood, a growing craft beer scene, and the kind of coastal atmosphere that makes you forget the city is only 30 minutes away by DART.

Your guide leads you through the village’s narrow streets and along the harbour, stopping at hidden pubs and seaside restaurants that most visitors walk straight past. At each stop, you taste locally brewed craft beers - at least five across the afternoon - while your guide explains the brewing process and the stories behind each brewery. Ireland’s craft beer revolution has been building for years, and Howth has become one of its most interesting outposts, with small producers experimenting with everything from session IPAs to barrel-aged stouts.

The seafood is the other star. Howth’s fishing boats come in daily, and what ends up on your plate was in the Irish Sea that morning. You will taste succulent Dublin Bay shrimp, steamed mussels, and whatever else the catch of the day brings. Eating seafood this fresh, this close to the water it came from, with a craft beer chosen to complement it - that is an afternoon that stays with you. At 99 EUR including all tastings and food, this is a complete experience that combines the best of Dublin’s coast with its craft beer culture.

What’s Included

• At least five locally brewed craft beer tastings
• Fresh seafood samples including shrimp and mussels
• Expert guide with knowledge of brewing and local maritime history
• Walking tour through Howth village and harbour
• Visits to hidden pubs and seaside restaurants

What’s Not Included

• Transport to Howth (the DART train from Dublin city centre takes about 30 minutes)
• Additional drinks or food beyond what is included

Good to Know

• Howth is easily reached by DART train from Dublin city centre - Connolly or Tara Street stations
• The tour lasts approximately 3 hours with walking between stops
• Wear comfortable shoes and a jacket - it can be breezy on the coast
• Over 18s only for the beer tastings
• Not suitable for those with shellfish allergies