Howth Cliff Walk Tour. Wild Irish Cliffs in Dublin
The Howth Cliff Walk
You don't have to drive to the other side of Ireland to see cliffs! They're right here in Dublin. Howth is a fishing village with a gorgeous cliff walk & scenery that'll make you forget you're in a city.
I spent my childhood exploring these cliffs before they were 'discovered' and today I live five minutes away. I'll share local stories on my Howth walking tour.
Private Howth Cliff Walk Tour
What You'll See
Howth Harbour
Stepping off the train, you'll immediately feel that you're in a working fishing village. Fishermen are mending nets beneath circling sea gulls.
Look out for the two seals who I call Fish & Chips 🦭🦭😂 . They hang around the boats like they own the place.
The Howth Cliff Path
As soon as you step foot on the cliff path, you'll have the most amazing views in Dublin. And each time you turn a corner, the next vista is even better. This goes on for an hour of walking. Don't run down your battery too early in the cliff path.
You're in a special place at Howth Summit. Stop and take in the scenery. Listen for the birds. Look out at the boats.
Bailey's Lighthouse
The lighthouse was built in 1814 and some lucky keeper got paid to look out here!
On the right of the lighthouse gates is a raised viewing point. Walk up and you have a majestic view over all of Dublin Bay & the Wicklow Mountains.
The Secret Spot
Close to here is a secret local spot with Dublin Bay views that none of the crowds know about. Come on my walking tour and I'll show it to you!
Eire Sign
We'll pass the WW2 Eire sign built into the cliffs to let the German bombers know that they were over Ireland and not England
St Mary's Abbey
As we come back into the village, we'll see St Mary's Abbey. A Viking king built a church here in 1042. The ruins are from the 14th century though.
Now you're back in Howth Harbour with a phone full of photos and a smile you can't wipe off your face.
The Perfect Day in Howth
Make a day of it in Howth.
- 9:30: Take train to Howth
- 10:00 Cliff Walk tour with me
- 12:30: Lunch at Octopussy's on the pier.
- 1:30: Do a Howth boat tour
- 3:00: Train back to Dublin
Cliff Walk Tour Details
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Distance: 9km of moderate cliff walking.
- Cost: €150 for up to 4 people, €25/additional person
- Meeting Point: Howth DART station
- Private tours only
- We can do a shorter & easier walk if you prefer. Email me
What To Wear
- Dress in layers. It gets windy. Even a sunny day can be chilly.
- The cliff path is not paved and is exposed in areas. Wear shoes with good grip!
Getting to Howth
Take the DART train. It's the quickest & most comfortable. Takes 30 minutes.Be sure you take the Northbound DART to Howth and not to Malahide.
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Darragh
