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Dublin Coastal Hike Private Tour with Howth Adventures

5.0(6)5 out of 5, from 6 reviews·3h·Private group
What you pay forThe bookingThe price does not change with the size of your group.
Group sizeUp to 15Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agestraveler 0–120

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • One price for all 5 of you

About this experience

Discover all the outdoor beauty of Dublin hiking to all the highlights in Howth and panoramic views with local guides while surrounded by nature and wildlife. Immerse yourself in the amazing atmosphere and flavours of this ancient and famous Dublin village on our Howth hiking tour while hearing about the history which inspired many famous writers, artists and our local rock stars! Explore the charming harbour and historic, picturesque coastal village. All our guides are Howth natives who share their own unique insight. Learn about our very own Game of Thrones, Howth Castle. Follow the secret paths and trails through the woodlands and heathlands to views that HG Wells described as the most beautiful in the World. Walk through time in the footsteps of an astonishing history to breathtaking views on the famous Howth cliff walk.

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What you actually do

You get out at all 7 stops.

  1. 1

    Howth Market

    Meet your guide at Howth Market and start your adventure walking along the beautiful, spot the local seals at the the famous and historic Harbour.

    You get out here10 min

  2. 2

    St Mary's Abbey

    Walk through time along the village paths and the old Abbey originally built by King Sitric the Viking.

    You get out here20 min

  3. 3

    Howth Hills

    Climb to the top of Howth Head with panoramic views, north, south, east and west which HG Wells famously described as the most beautiful views in the world.

    You get out here20 min

  4. 4

    Howth Summit

    Hike across the heathlands and blankets of wild flowers to Howth Summit overlooking out the Baily Lighthouse and Dublin Bay Biosphere, getting the real insider tracks and local tales with your local guide along the way.

    You get out here20 min

  5. 5

    Howth

    See the house where WB Yeats once lived and take in the fabulous views of the harbour and Ireland's Eye and Lambay Islands from the Martello Tower which was built to protect against a possible invasion from Napoleon

    You get out here10 min

  6. 6

    Cliff Path Loop

    Take in the world famous cliff path views and amazing views of Howth Harbour, Ireland's Eye and Lambay Island surrounded by nature and wildlife.

    You get out here45 min

  7. 7

    Howth

    After the tour, continue your Howth Adventure and choose one of the fabulous restaurants, bars and cafes back at the village and harbour.

    You get out here1 min

Where the day happens

≈ 13.2 km from the city centre. 7 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

  • Other

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (5)
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Private Howth Coastal Walk

  • 5h
  • Private
  • Free cancellation
  • 13.7 km from centre

From $430/person5 travellers ≈ $2,152 — children may pay less

57% of the listed stops are seen from the vehicle without getting out.

Details retrieved from the Viator Partner API on 2026-10-09. We publish no availability, and every price is the operator’s advertised from-price with its check date — the exact total is on the operator’s page. How we research this.