Dublin Coastal Hike with Howth Adventures
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Dublin, Ireland
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the beauty of Dublin beyond the city center with a coastal hike in Howth. Meet your guide for a small-group hike departing from the charming fishing village of Howth. Explore the pretty harbor and coastal village while learning about local culture and history. See landmarks including Howth Castle and St. Mary’s Abbey, then go for a scenic hike along the cliff path loop.
- Explore Dublin beyond its city center
- Visit the charming fishing village of Howth
- Go for a guided hike along the coast
- See Howth’s harbor and scenic cliffside paths
What's Included
- Tour Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Howth Market3A Harbour Rd, Howth, Dublin, D13 X2D0, Ireland
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**
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.11:00 am
Itinerary
1
Howth Market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
St Mary's Abbey
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Howth Hills
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Howth Summit
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Howth
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Cliff Path Loop
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Howth
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
PBW_F
This was an amazing tour. Our guide, Zach, was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of history. The views during the hike were amazing and you get to see a mix different terrains. We got to see some dolphins and a seal as well along the cliffs. We highly recommend this. Zach was very engaging and personable. He even recommended a super place to eat a delicious meal and arranged our reservation.
Reviews
5.0
based on 315 reviews
Pamela_L, Jun 2026
Matt, our guide was so knowledgeable, personable and easy and fun to follow. The hike itself was a bit challenging up to the summit, but Matt knew the right times to stop and share information. Always checking in with all. Best adventure of the trip. So worth the time and money. Views are stunning!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Pamela,
Thank you for the 5 star review and kind words for our wonderful Matt. We are so lucky to have a passionate local team.
Hearing that your Howth Adventure was the best adventure of your trip means so much to us. W e are honoured to have been a part of it.
Julie_M, Jun 2026
Our family of 5 adults did a hike with Zack and we had a great time. The scenery in Howth is beautiful, and Zack did a great job guiding us and informing us all about his hometown outside of Dublin. The hike was definitely moderate in a couple areas but the majority of it was very comfortable. Dress for any weather... we had a combination of blue skies and sunshine as well as rain and some extreme wind. Overall, a great time!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Julie,
Sounds like you got the authentic Irish experience of 4 seasons in one day! Irish weather is always unpredictable so a great recommendation to come prepared.
We are so happy that you enjoyed your Howth Coastal Hike with Zack, one of our local guides.
Thank you for the 5 stars!
David_H, Jun 2026
I gave this five stars but want to be honest…
Matt was our guide and he was so knowledgeable about the Celtic history and definitely shared it as we trudged along.
I say trudged because we are two grandmas and our 10 year old granddaughter. She did great… but I’m from Florida…. We don’t have hiking “hills” like this where I live. Plus it rained. Actually, it poured …. stopped…. and started pouring again. There were three lovely ladies on this tour too but they were substantially younger than me. I hated to do it but I had to bail when we stopped at a little pub for a restroom break. Although sadly we did not see the “coast” part of the tour, there was no way I could continue.
So… no matter what age you are… if you are in good physical shape for hills and valleys it’s a great tour. But if you are older and not used to climbing hills, like I am not, you may want to pass.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your honest and beautifully written review, and the 5 stars of course! You guys are troopers and we hope the parts of the hike you did experience will stand out to you forever.
Matt's passion for Celtic history and the stories of the Howth coastline is something our guests always remember! He will be so happy to hear that it stuck out to you along your rainy hike through the hills.
We really appreciate your honesty about the physical demands of the hike, Howth is located on a hilly terrain and the paths are not always perfectly even, plus Irish weather has a personality of its own!
For anyone uncertain which tour is best suited to them, we'd always recommend checking in with us beforehand so we can help match you to the right experience for your fitness level and group.
Ngaire_W, May 2026
Was enjoyable & informative. Had a day to spare when visiting Dublin and took the train to Howth and joined the Coastal Hike Tour
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the lovely review!
Glad you escaped the city for a day and enjoyed exploring wild Dublin on the Howth Coastal Hike - it is one of our favourite ways to share the iconic Dublin trail with visitors.
Go Raibh Mile Maith Agat!
Maggi
Rick_F, May 2026
Awesome hike. Beautiful views. Sean was a terrific guide. Great history lessons and story telling. Takes the full 3 hours. Has a few steep climbs but well worth it.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Rick,
Thank you for your kind words, Sean will be thrilled to hear that you learned so much from his storytelling.
The view at the top is so rewarding after the steep ascents!
Go raibh mile math agat.
Aimee_G, Apr 2026
We just completed a coastal hike with Sean. What a wonderful experience! Sean was so informative with history of Ireland and the scenery as we walked. The views were stunning and we would have never found these areas on our own. So happy about our choice to book!
Karen_L, Mar 2026
Good exercise, lovely views, and learned a bit about Irish culture. We had good weather (sun was even shining), so that was a bonus. I was traveling by myself, and this group excursion worked out well. Very glad I signed up for it. Leonie (our guide) did a terrific job! I did wish that it had started earlier in the day so that it could be a morning (eg, 10-1) or afternoon (eg, 1-4) activity, rather than midday activity.
Michele_R, Mar 2026
Fantastic hike with great views! Zack was an amazing tour guide that immediately learned everyone’s names and talked with everyone during the hike to learn a little bit about each of us. He also checked in with us multiple times during the hike to make sure we were doing ok throughout the hike, & shared history of the area during the hike.
Lynn_B, Oct 2025
The tour was fabulous. Zach was a great tour guide. He was encouraging, patient and knowledgeable. We had a very nice experience.
PBW_F, Oct 2025
This was an amazing tour. Our guide, Zach, was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of history. The views during the hike were amazing and you get to see a mix different terrains. We got to see some dolphins and a seal as well along the cliffs. We highly recommend this. Zach was very engaging and personable. He even recommended a super place to eat a delicious meal and arranged our reservation.
Rich_H, Sep 2025
Zach, Liam, and, of course, Loki the pup were a knowledgeable and amiable team, who led us on a fabulous adventure through their scenic locale. The sights were beyond beautiful. This experience was absolutely a top highlight of our time in Ireland. If you’re considering, just do it!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Wow! A top highlight of your trip. Thank you so much for the kind review. Zack, Liam and Loki will be thrilled to hear that they helped to make your adventure in Howth so memorable.
Michael_R, Sep 2025
Our tour guide Rob was very friendly and knowledgeable! He took us off the beaten path and took us to places we never would have found ourselves, was able to tell a lot of interesting information about the wildlife, and gave us amazing restaurant and live music recommendations.
Caryn_R, Sep 2025
The hike is strenuous and you should be prepared for all sorts of weather. Many of the trails were steep and rocky and muddy. The guide was extremely knowledgeable.
Jeremiah_S, Sep 2025
Paul was very knowledgeable about the local lore of Howth and always had something interesting to say. You get to see the cliffs and hear the stories around them.
Rick_L, Sep 2025
Rob was very friendly and knowledgeable and took great care to make sure that everyone was ok. People need to be aware that there are some very steep hiking sections at the beginning.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks Rick! Rob is a great guide and will be delighted to hear your feedback!
Carrie_E, Aug 2025
Wonderful hike! Walk through village and then to cemetery and then on up, up, up through hills of heather and grouse. Do wear long pants and jacket as it is windy on top. Then down the cliff walk for incredible views. Sean was great guide telling us all
About the history of the area along with plants. This is NOT a leisurely stroll. A bit over three hours. Highly recommend
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Carrie! Sean is as great guide. Glad you enjoyed your hike through paths of gorse and heather! Nature is truly magical. Hope youy learned lots :)
Darcy_L, Aug 2025
This was beautiful and a lot of fun, but be in decent shape (first half of hike is uphill). Matt, our guide, was full of enthusiasm, highly recommend.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Darcy, thank you for leaving us a 5 star review. We will pass on the feedback to Matt who will be so happy to hear all about your experience.
Sarah_S, Aug 2025
It was fast-paced, uphill hiking. I would have much prefered a slower pace, especially with how steep it was. The views around the edge (the cliffs) were the best. But not a long time to take in the views.
Kari_A, Aug 2025
My daughter and I did this tour while visiting Dublin and we loved it! It was really easy to get to Howth via the Dart train and the minute we arrived in Howth, we fell in love with this adorable village surrounded by the most incredible views. Matt, our tour guide, led us on our hike while sharing the rich culture and history of the area. He was an EXCELLENT guide and attended to the group in a very thoughtful manner. The hike itself was moderately challenging with many types of terrains and inclines and incredibly BEAUTIFUL!
Amy_N, Aug 2025
Howth is a hidden treasure! This was the highlight of our trip to Ireland! The hike was beautiful and our guide Matt was amazing!! Highly recommend!
Hana_E, Aug 2025
I am so glad I booked this experience. Howth is beautiful. I would definitely recommend it and i hope you end up with Matt as a guide because he was so lovely and shared so much historical and contemporary anecdotes. Would also recommend if you dont have a lot of time to spare.
Morgan_S, Jul 2025
This experience was the highlight of my trip! Our tour guides Zach and Loki were fantastic! Howth is a georgous area and it was great to learn about the town/region from someone who lives there. I would definitely book this again!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Doesn't get much better than "highlight of my trip". Thank you for the glowing review. Zack & Loki are the dream team.
Mary_J, Jul 2025
From beginning to end, this experience was wonderful! Our hike was moderately strenuous, and our guides Zack and Liam (and sweet Loki - our four legged guide!) did an excellent job pacing our group which included a wide range of ages. We were on the move for over three hours. We saw stunning views of cliffs, water, and community. Zack and Liam were exceptionally kind and friendly as they taught us about the history of Howth. We loved the fantastic photos and video Zack sent us later which helped us relive our experience.
One day was simply not enough, and this vibrant community left us wanting more! It is just a short train ride from Dublin, and we would highly recommend this guided tour to anybody coming to Ireland!
Olivia_M, Jun 2025
Zach and Loki were wonderful tour guides, and so accommodating to our late booking! We really got to explore Howth and had an amazing time on the hike. Can’t recommend this tour enough!
Lishka_C, Jun 2025
The guides are very knowledgeable and patient. Be prepared to walk a lot, where long sleeves and long pants with socks to avoid getting pricked by the plants. It rains a lot so be prepared for a change in weather, stepping in mud. Always bring a positive attitude, take lots of pictures and enjoy a great meal afterwards.
Kathleen_D, Jun 2025
This adventure was a highlight of our trip. Our guide Zack was an absolute pleasure and shares the pride he has in his hometown of Howth. The beauty of the terrain and the interesting history that Zack taught us made this an exceptional experience and I would highly recommend this to everyone…and Loki, Zack’s dog, is an awesome copilot!
Yasmine_S, Jun 2025
This was the best tour I've ever had! The guide, Zack, was genuinely nice, and you could feel the love for nature and his town. The history, the stories, the paths we took, the views, were all insightful and magical, there is so much fauna and flora, it was fascinating!
I was looking for some nature outside Dublin, close by, reachable on my own by train, and not crowded, and I’m so happy of my choice.
Charmaine_M, Jun 2025
Zack was our single and handsome hiking guide and took us elderly women on a wonderful hike around Howth. His travel company Howth Adventures is family owned and Zach is fourth generation Irish from Howth. We saw all kinds of beautiful plants and trees and birds and we hiked up to the highest point in Howth with a spectacular 360 degree view of Dublin and Dublin Bay and Bull Island and Ireland’s Eye and Lambay Island. Baily’s Lighthouse. Zach was full of stories and local lore.
Aidan_E, Jun 2025
Very scenic and beautiful hike. The tour guides were extremely nice and friendly. All around a great experience.
Vanhauwermeire_K, May 2025
Fantastic tour with zach and Loki. I strongly recommend it. We had a lovely day exploring peaks, cliffs and amazing landscape. My wife was delighted.
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