The Beauty of Howth Private Day Trip: Nature, Castle & Views

If you are looking for the perfect combination of history, nature, and stunning views, go with your local host to Howth! Join your favorite local on a day trip full of interesting facts, stories, and that beautiful Irish landscape that you definitely cannot miss.

Howth is waiting for you, are you ready? Just a short train ride and you’ll be stepping into a picturesque Irish village full of myths, legends and of course, majestic views. Get the perfect introduction of Howth from your local host and start exploring.

Wander through Howth’s streets, hear more about the origin of the city, and find out how this place used to be an island. Make your way to find Howth Castle, a medieval landmark and one of the longest continuously inhabited private homes in Europe. This Castle holds many stories, and your host will share them with you. Hear about its transformation, and a fascinating story that involves pirates, kidnapping and more

Itinerary
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Stop At: Howth Old Courthouse, The Old Courthouse Harbour Road, Howth Ireland

Get the perfect introduction to the village of Howth as you explore its streets together with your local host

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Howth Castle, Howth Ireland

Check out the impressive medieval Howth Castle and hear a fascinating story that involves pirates, kidnapping, and the one condition that changed the rules of the Castle forever

A Garden Full of Surprises
Take a walk through the Rhododendron Gardens and find from an ancient tomb, a fairy door and colorful flowers

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Howth Head, Howth Ireland

Off the Beaten Path
Hike to the beautiful Muck Rock for a view tourists rarely see Take a Break: Make a stop at a 19th-century pub with coast and mountain panorama to recharge batteries

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Baily Lighthouse, Hill of Howth, Howth D13 Ireland

Cliff Walk
Go on a scenic walk and spot in the distance the impressive Great Sugar Loaf Peak, the beautiful Wicklow Mountains and the Old Baily lighthouse

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Howth Lighthouse East Pier, Howth Ireland

Howth Harbor
Make your way to the lively harbor where if you wish you can enjoy some of the best seafood in all of Ireland

Duration: 1 hour