Discover the beauty of the Irish coast by touring the North Bay of Dublin. Visit the 11th-century castle in Malahide, enjoy a stroll in Howth fishermen's village with free time for lunch. Take an optional 1-hour walk in Howth cliffs on this full-day tour.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 7.5 hours
- Starting time 9:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Italian, Spanish
Experience
Highlights
- Admire the beauty of the coast near Dublin
- Visit a medieval castle and gardens and learn about its legends
- Enjoy an optional walk from Howth summit to the fishermen's village
- See the seals around the boats eating fish in the harbor, if you are lucky
- Make the most of free time in Howth
Full description
Start your tour as you depart from Dublin and explore the nearby coast of Dublin Bay, moving through the interior and then the coast. Make a photo stop at the curious Casino Marino for the chance to learn about the use of this little architectural jewel.
Take a tour inside Malahide castle and enjoy some free time to explore its gardens at your own pace. This castle was owned by the same family, the Talbot, for 800 years. Hear the ghost stories that are associated with its walls and corridors. It dates from the 11th century and was enlarged and restored at the time of Georgian splendour.
En route, marvel at pretty villages like Malahide, parks like St Anne's, and beaches like Portmarnock. Take an optional walk from Howth's Summit cliff to the village to enjoy breath-taking views of Dublin bay and the Wicklow mountains.
In the fishermen's harbor of Howth, have the chance to see seals swimming and begging for food from the boats.
Finally, return along Bull island and the park of Santa Ana and Fairview.
Includes
- Bus transport
- Guided tour
- Photo stop in Casino Marino
- Entrance to Malahide Castle
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Outside Riu Gresham hotel, 23 O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, D01 C3W7.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Rain gear
Know before you go
- This tour is approximately 7.5 hours
- It is essential to bring comfortable shoes and waterproof clothing
- The tour departs punctually both from Dublin and the successive stops, latecomers cannot be accommodated
- The tour departs at 9:30 AM
