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All our guides are passionate locals who share access to the intimate, local and exclusive coastal community of Howth, its exquisite nature and history. This magical walking and boat tour takes you through time, savouring this ancient village and harbour and a truly magical coastal boat trip. This UNESCO Biosphere shelters wonderful wildlife and fabulous views. Feel old Ireland, in the footsteps of a King. Learn tales of the offshore islands of Ireland Eye and Lambay and where the the Vikings and Normans made their mark. King Sitric founded the 11th century Abbey before Howth Castle and the Pirate Queen famously fell out. The French Revolution left us Martello Towers. Captain William Bligh of the Mutiny on The Bounty did his bit and the young Winston Churchill was hidden from his parents scandals. The Howth Gun Running and the Asgard armed the 1916 Easter Rising. The artists, poets and Rock and Rollers also made themselves at home and U2 cut their teeth here.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at The Ready Boat Pillar on Harbour Road, across the road from Howth Market - 50 metres from train station
Itinerary
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1Howth
We explore Howth Harbour the story, sights, sounds and aromas of a bustling port. The West Pier and Kings Landing while checking out the wonderful cafes and restaurants.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Howth Lighthouse
Taking in the picturesque Howth Lighthouse, we hear about the famous Asgard ship, the Howth Gun running and the 1916 Rising Visit the East Pier shipwrecks, pirates and smugglers.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We visit the Martello Tower, one of many built to protect the coast lines against Napoleon and Tower Hill which was the original site of Howth Castle built after the Normans defeated the Norse and Howth locals after the Battle of Evora Bridge in 1177.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4St Mary's Abbey
More beautiful views and photo opportunities at St Marys Abbey which was originally built by the Viking King Sitric in 1042 perfectly perched looking over Howth Harbour.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We walk up Balscadden Road to the famous cliff paths with epic views passing Balscadden House where WB Yeats once lived
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Step aboard a relaxing boat tour around Ireland’s Eye with music and blankets on board. Discover secret beaches, caves & coves amongst breathtaking cliffs and rock formations dating back 500 million years. Get back to nature on our Howth cliff cruise along the waterline of Howth Cliffs and Irelands Eye, home to a large local seal colony, wild seabirds such as gannets, guillemots, cormorants, kittiwakes, puffins and seagulls.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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