Dublin Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Trail
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Dublin, Ireland
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Why travelers loved this
·
Overview
Known for its bounty of seafood, bars, restaurants and, importantly, beer, the historic fishing village of Howth is perched right on the Irish Sea. On this half-day, small-group tour, you'll make the most of its charms, and see parts of the area most visitors miss. Discover the rich Norman and Viking history of medieval Ireland, visit Howth's highlight landmarks, and pair your sightseeing with a seafood feast and local craft beers.
- Head off the tourist trail and discover hidden sights and stories
- Sample Ireland’s freshest seafood, including seafood chowder
- Indulge in a range of craft beers, and learn about the local brewing scene
- This small-group tour keeps things personal
What's Included
- Beverages
- Food tasting
- Dinner3 course lunch
- Local guide
- Alcoholic BeveragesSeveral Half Pints/ Bottles of Craft Beer
- Video Momento Of the Journey
- Private Tour Option Available
- Hotel pickup
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- The Bloody StreamHowth Railway Station, Howth, Dublin, Ireland
Just Outside the Bloody Stream Pub, at Howth Train Station
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Howth
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hidden Howth Experiences (Pass By)
2
St Mary's Abbey
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Howth Lighthouse
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
4
Howth Old Courthouse
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Howth Head
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
The Harbour Bar Howth
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Pick the Private Tour Option and customize your Experience
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Supplied by
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Elena_V
My fiance and I had an absolute blast on the craft beer and seafood tour in Howth with Patrick! Everything from start to finish was fantastic. The food and beer were top-notch, and the company of our fellow travelers made the day even more enjoyable.
But the real star of the show was our guide, Patrick. He was awesome! Friendly, funny, and incredibly engaging, he made us feel like we were all just a group of friends exploring Howth together. He shared great stories and insights that made the experience so much more than just a tour.
If you're looking for a fun, delicious, and memorable way to experience Howth, this tour is a must-do. And if you're lucky enough to get Patrick as your guide, you're in for an unforgettable time. We can't recommend it enough!
Reviews
5.0
based on 332 reviews
Sort by: Most insightful
Dale_S, Aug 2026
This tour was excellent! The guide was very knowledgeable, funny and had so many stories about your culture! Food and pints were excellent
Jenny_H, Aug 2026
Paddy was the best! Loved the knowledge, the humor, and so easy to learn from. We would do this again.
Jason_R, Aug 2026
Pat was Great!! Hilarious!! He made it such a fun experience as well as very informative! The interaction with the locals was also a plus!
Sonia_J, Aug 2026
Everything was top notch from beginning to end. Food, delicious. Tour group, left as friends. Host: ABSOLUTE PHENOMENAL. Tilly the dog stole my heart. I cannot not recommend this experience enough. Would do it again!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
This made us smile — especially the part about arriving as a tour group and leaving as friends! ❤️ That’s exactly the kind of day we hope Howth creates. We’re delighted you loved the food, the company and the experience from start to finish. And as for Tilly… she has a habit of stealing hearts wherever she goes! 🐶😂 We’d absolutely love to have you back for round two someday!
Caprice_O, Aug 2026
Prepare yourself for a good time! Patrick is a giant, a charmer, a comedian, a historian who made for a fun afternoon! Loved the seafood, beers, walk around Howth and the friends we made on our tour. My husband and I generally prefer to explore places on our own but, truly have made us believers of this type of tour! Great stories, great company, and we also appreciated the perfect weather!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We love that this tour turned two independent explorers into tour believers! 😄 Paddy’s stories, humour and local charm, paired with fresh seafood, beers and great company, make for a special day in Howth. Thanks for joining us — and we’re glad the Irish weather behaved too!
David_W, Jul 2026
Patrick was awesome! He remembered everyone’s name and kept us entertained the entire tour. The food and beer that we had at the different places was awesome.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
So glad you had such a fun time with Patrick! Remembering everyone’s name is one of those little touches that makes a tour feel personal. Great company, plenty of laughs, and delicious food and local beer along the way — sounds like a brilliant day in Howth. Thanks for joining us!
Paula_S, Jul 2026
Our Dublin Coastal Hike, Pints & Puppies Adventure with Mark was one of the absolute highlights of our trip to Ireland.
We met just outside The Bloody Stream, directly beneath the Howth train station, where our small group of eight quickly felt like friends. From the very beginning, Mark’s passion for his hometown was obvious. His knowledge of Howth’s history, fishing heritage, folklore, and local traditions made every stop fascinating.
One unforgettable moment was watching a massive fishing trawler being pulled from the water on railway tracks by a tractor and taken to dry dock for repairs. We also enjoyed an entertaining visit with the local seals before sampling incredible fresh seafood in a private room overlooking the harbor. The mussels, calamari, prawns, homemade bread, and local Hope beer were outstanding.
As we explored the colorful streets of Howth, we visited the beautifully restored Old Courthouse for another delicious seafood tasting and heard stories that only a local like Mark could tell. Meeting Sky, Luna, and Missy was another unexpected highlight—but I’ll leave that surprise for future guests!
The historic Harbour Bar was another favorite stop. Enjoying a Wicklow Wolf beer inside one of Ireland’s most authentic pubs while learning about its history was an experience we’ll never forget.
We finished with a rich seafood chowder, warm soda bread, and one last local beer before saying goodbye. By then, our group of strangers felt like family.
If you’re visiting Dublin, don’t miss this tour. The short trip to Howth is worth every minute. Between the spectacular scenery, incredible seafood, local craft beer, and Mark’s outstanding storytelling, this is far more than a food tour—it’s an unforgettable Irish experience.
Thank you, Mark, for sharing your beautiful hometown with us!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
What an amazing review — thank you! We’re delighted the seafood, local beers, stories, scenery, and a few furry surprises made your time in Howth so memorable. Mark will be thrilled to hear that his passion for his hometown made this one of the highlights of your Ireland trip. Thanks for joining us and for such a wonderful recommendation! ☘️
KEVIN_C, Jun 2026
Awsome times with Pat. Felt like a friend showing you and other friends around rather than tour guide. Food and drink were also great. Had a couple of pints with Pat and new tour friends after. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We're so glad Pat made the day feel more like an adventure with friends than a tour. It's great to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and a few post-hike pints together too. Thanks for the recommendation—we'd love to see you again!
Mary_A, Jun 2026
So much fun! Such a beautiful area! Great little off the beaten track pubs! And, guide, Patrick was fantastic!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much! We're delighted you had such a fun day and enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the hidden local pubs, and Patrick's company. He'll be thrilled to hear your kind words. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Nicole_M, Jun 2026
A lot of walking and tons of history! So informative! Mary was our guide and she was a 10/10 . So informative and pleasant to be around. It was like being guided by a friend. Felt like we knew her our whole lives
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the mix of history, fresh air, and plenty of walking. It means a lot to hear that the tour felt both informative and welcoming, and that your guide made the experience feel like exploring with a friend. Creating that kind of relaxed, personal atmosphere is exactly what we aim for. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back for another adventure soon!
Leanne_M, Jun 2026
I was happy I signed up for this tour. I was only able to stay a short stay in Dublin this visit and this tour perfectly fit the bill. Ideally combining a little change of scenery from the city condensed in a manageable 3.5 hour time frame. It was only about a 30 or so minute train ride from Dublin to the meeting point in a pretty coastal town. Mark made the day a lot of fun and provided history, food, beer, laughs, and was even kind enough to share his pups who made an appearance. He was lovely and as a bonus I additionally met nice people who I could share the day with. I’d recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear you had such a great day with us and enjoyed getting out to the beautiful coast. It's wonderful that the mix of history, local stories, great food, a well-earned beer, and of course the puppy visit made the experience so memorable. We're also so pleased you connected with fellow travellers along the way—that's often one of the best parts of a shared adventure. Thanks again for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour the next time you're in Ireland!
Charles_R, Jun 2026
Delightful afternoon trip out to the Irish coast at Howth. The food and beers were great, but the company was even more amazing. We even had a few cuddly unexpected guests (puppies) and one pub had cats (we found 3 out of 4). As someone who has been to Dublin a few times in the past, this was a great escape from the city for a few hours.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your afternoon exploring beautiful Howth. It's great to know the combination of delicious food, local beers, and good company made the day so memorable. We're especially glad our puppy crew—and the resident pub cats—added a few extra smiles along the way! It's lovely to hear that, even after previous visits to Dublin, this gave you a chance to experience a different side of the area. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another escape to the coast soon! 🐾🍻🐱
Craig_H, Jun 2026
Mark was our tour guide along with Lilli. Tour was great and very informative. Mark was easygoing and knew his stuff. Food great as were the beers. Our group of 10 really enjoyed the experience and highly recommend it…
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear your group had such a great time with us. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed learning about Howth, the delicious food, the local beers, and of course spending time with Lilli along the way. We're so pleased the experience was a hit with your whole group. Thank you for your kind recommendation, and we hope to welcome you all back for another memorable day in Howth! 🍻🐾
Amie_B, Jun 2026
This tour is so much fun! Patrick was engaging and really made the experience memorable. The food was so good, we were treated like royalty. Beers were very good. Howth is beautiful. Very easy train ride from Dublin.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you had such a fun time with us. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the delicious food, the great beers, and the warm welcome at each stop. We're also so pleased the experience was made even more memorable by your guide and that you loved spending time in beautiful Howth. Thanks again for joining us, and we really appreciate your recommendation. We hope to see you back for another tasty adventure soon! 🍻🦪
Sheryl_B, May 2026
Patrick was a great host, informative and entertaining. He made the day, and has a beautiful voice. The food and beer selections were delish! Well worth the time!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such a great time with us. It's fantastic to know you enjoyed the stories, the laughs, and even a song or two along the way! We're also so pleased the food and beer were a hit and helped round off the experience perfectly. Thank you for your kind words and for recommending us—it really means a lot. We hope to welcome you back to Howth for another great day soon! 🍻
Lorrie_M, May 2026
Outstanding! Highly recommend taking the tour. Spent the morning hiking and capped it off tour. Patrick was wonderful! Howth is a beautiful place.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such a great time exploring beautiful Howth with us. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the hike and rounded it off with a memorable experience. We're especially pleased your guide helped make the day so enjoyable. Thank you for your kind recommendation—it really means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Howth soon! 🍻🐾
Julie_L, May 2026
Patrick IS the experience! This amazing tour in wonderful Howth is well planned, full of humor and great knowledge, and probably more fun than you planned. The local food was outstanding and the local beers, well, keep pouring. I did the tour on my last day of three weeks in Ireland, and went out with a bang. Thank you Patrick. I'll be back to buy you a pint!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for such an amazing review! We're absolutely delighted to hear the tour was such a memorable way to wrap up your three weeks in Ireland. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the laughs, local stories, fantastic food, and of course the well-earned pints along the way. We're thrilled the experience left such a lasting impression, and hearing you'll be back is the biggest compliment we could ask for. We'll be sure to keep a pint ready for you next time! Thanks again for joining us, and we can't wait to welcome you back to Howth. 🍻🦪
Shani_R, May 2026
Fantastic guide Patrick, lots of great seafood and beer. Great tour of the town and fun group didn't realize how fast the time went
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed exploring Howth with us and that the combination of fresh local seafood, great beers, and a fun group made for such a memorable experience. It's wonderful to know you found the tour both entertaining and informative—and when the time flies by, it's always a good sign! Thanks again for joining us, and we really appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another great day in Howth soon! 🍻🦪
Jayme_H, May 2026
I CANNOT recommend this experience enough!! A quick 30-minute train ride outside of Dublin gives a completely different perspective of Ireland. Howth is an incredibly beautiful coastal city. Mark is an extraordinary tour guide, full of fun stories and fascinating information — from explaining rugby to us Americans to sharing the rich history of Howth.
On top of that, we enjoyed some of the BEST seafood and craft beer we’ve ever had (coming from a group that lives at the beach in North Carolina). This was hands down my favorite food tour I’ve ever been on, and we’re already planning our next trip back to visit again. We had 3 seafood dishes and 4 different pints- you definitely get your moneys worth! Every part of the experience was fantastic, but the absolute highlight for us was the puppies — SOOO sweet and precious! Our only complaint was that we had to return them at the end of the tour. We truly cannot recommend this tour enough if you’re considering it!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We’re delighted you enjoyed seeing a different side of Ireland in Howth and that the seafood, craft beer, stories, and coastal views all made the experience so memorable.
And yes… the puppies definitely steal the show every time! We completely understand not wanting to give them back at the end. Thanks again for the recommendation — we’d love to welcome you back to Howth again someday
Laura_R, May 2026
This was a great little tour! Not too much walking, but got to see a good bit of the town, including the old city hall and an abbey that looked out over the water. The pubs were all great! Their food was amazing and the beer was also good. Mark was an amazing host - both funny and knowledgeable. And his dog, Missy, was a great little tour mascot. Just loved everything about it!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks so much for the lovely review! Delighted you enjoyed the mix of local history, great pubs, food, and beer along the way. Missy would definitely say I’m the tour mascot haha. Really appreciate you joining the tour!
Kimberly_T, Apr 2026
Absolutely fantastic tour! Our guide Patrick had the entire group in stitches while providing great history of Howth. He is obviously well-known in the community which provided for even more stories of the town and its people as we made the rounds. The seafood was great, and the craft beers were even greater. My husband and I had the BEST time with Patrick and all of our tour group. We would 100% do this tour again!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks so much for the brilliant review! Delighted you both had such a great time with the group, the seafood, and the beers along the way. One of the best parts of doing these tours is sharing the local stories and characters that make Howth what it is. Really appreciate the kind words and you’d both be more than welcome back anytime!
Griselle_O, Mar 2026
We really enjoyed this tour! The food was amazing, our personal favorite was the langostino, but the salmon, chowder, mussels and shrimp were also great! Patrick was such a funny and friendly guide, and the whole experience was like going out for drinks with friends.
Although it is really great to drink Guinness in Ireland, the opportunity to sample the craft beer scene was part of the reason for picking this tour. We had 4 different beers and they were all wonderful. The Overboard witbier and Handsome Jack IPA from Hope Brewery were our favorites. We were even served a special Hope Brewery beer that is only served on this tour.
Patrick even brought along Tilly, one of his dogs, for part of the tour. We learned about the local craft beer culture, films and TV shows filmed in town as well as the history of Howth!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
This sounds like you absolutely nailed the day 😄 great seafood, great beers and a few dogs thrown in for good measure!
Delighted to hear the langostino was a standout—hard to beat it when it’s that fresh. And fair play going deep into the craft beers too… the Overboard and Handsome Jack are serious crowd-pleasers 🍻
Patrick will be buzzing with this—he brings the laughs as well as the stories! And of course Tilly making a guest appearance always adds a bit of magic 🐾
Love that it felt like heading out with friends—that’s exactly what we’re going for. Hopefully we’ll have you back again to try a few more hidden gems next time!
Cheers,
Mark & the crew 🐾🍺
Isabel_C, Mar 2026
Wonderful tour, wonderful town and a wonderful guide. Seafood and beer were excellent. Everything was delicious and very fresh.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks a million for the kind words! Delighted you enjoyed the tour, the town and (most importantly!) the seafood and beers 🍻🦐
Fresh is the name of the game in Howth, so great to hear it all hit the mark. You’d be more than welcome back anytime for round two!
Cheers,
Mark & the crew 🐾
Lori_T, Jan 2026
Excellent guide, great conversation and food Highly recommend the experience. Add Howth to the list of amazing places to see.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
This is such a lovely recommendation—thank you! We’re delighted you enjoyed the mix of great conversation, delicious food, and time spent exploring Howth. It really is a special spot, and we’re so glad it made your list of must-see places.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to your guide—they’ll be thrilled to know they helped make the experience memorable. If you ever find yourself back our way, we’d love to share more hidden gems with you!
RF_P, Dec 2025
Howth is a cute old fishing town with lots of pubs, wonderful people and good seafood and beer. Our guide Patrick was the best tour guide we have ever had. We have been on several aviator tours.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the charm of Howth—and even more thrilled to hear Patrick made such a standout impression. That means a lot, especially coming from seasoned tour-goers like yourselves! Great pubs, fresh seafood, and good company—sounds like the perfect day!
Isabella_K, Dec 2025
Great food, beer, and tour guide in a beautiful seaside town. You visit a few different local fish shops and try different beers from a local brewery. The guide, Paddy, is extremely friendly and knowledge. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks a ton for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the mix of fresh seafood, local brews, and Howth’s coastal charm. Paddy will be thrilled to hear your shoutout—he’s passionate about sharing the best of the town. Thanks for recommending us!
Tyler_R, Nov 2025
As someone who isn't a seafood person, would highly recommend if you're open to trying new things. Beer was great and tour guide was 10/10 if you aren't easily offended.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thanks for giving us a shot—even as someone who's not big on seafood! We love hearing that you were open to the experience and still came away recommending it. Glad the beer hit the spot too 🍻 And yes, our guides definitely have their own brand of humor—sounds like you were the perfect audience for it! Appreciate you joining the tour and sharing your thoughts.
Natalia_B, Nov 2025
We loved our tour guide Patrick! Super fun! Great bars, beer, and food! We would definitely do another similar tour in the future!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
So glad to hear you had a blast with Patrick—he’ll be thrilled to know he made your tour such a hit! 🎉 Great bars, tasty brews, and good food… sounds like you soaked up the best of it. We'd absolutely love to have you back for another round when you're ready. Thanks for the kind words and for being such fun guests!
Brian_W, Nov 2025
Had a blast! Patrick was our guide and had us laughing the whole time. Had some great offerings of the local seafood scene and some good craft beer of course. Interaction among the group was awesome. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Love to hear you had a blast! Patrick has a serious talent for keeping the laughs coming, and it sounds like you got a perfect taste of the local seafood and craft beer scene too 🍻 Always great when the group vibes are on point—it makes the whole experience that much better. Thanks so much for the high recommendation, and hope to see you again for another round someday!
Victoria_d, Nov 2025
Loved this tour. The seafood and beer were great. I had so much fun and got great recommendations of other restaurants to try in Howth.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
So glad to hear you loved it! Nothing better than fresh seafood, a few good beers, and a proper laugh along the way. Delighted the recommendations hit the spot too—Howth’s full of hidden gems. Come back anytime for round two! 🐟🍺😄
From $124.02
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Compare Similar Experiences
Current
Dublin Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Trail
331
3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$124.02
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Attractions in Dublin, Ireland
- Irish Whiskey Museum Tours & Tickets
- National Gallery of Ireland Tours & Tickets
- Dublin Phoenix Park Tours & Tickets
- Little Museum of Dublin Tours & Tickets
- George’s Street Arcade Tours & Tickets
- James Joyce Statue Tours & Tickets
- National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Tours & Tickets
- Epic the Irish Emigration Museum (EPIC) Tours & Tickets
- Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Tours & Tickets
- Trim Castle Tours & Tickets
- The Spire Tours & Tickets
- Wicklow Mountains Tours & Tickets
- Dublin Writers Museum Tours & Tickets
- The National Wax Museum Plus Tours & Tickets