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✓ 2026-08-11| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howth Coastal Hike Private Tour: Cliffside Views & Local TrailsTop rated | € 350 per group | € 32 (15 share) | 3h | 5.00★ only 6 reviews | free | — |
| Howth Coastal Hike from Dublin: Cliff Views & Local GuideBest value | € 39 p.p. | € 39 | 3h | 4.98★ · 340 | free | — |
| Howth Cliffs & Forest Hike from Dublin: Legends, Seals & Picnic | € 40 p.p. | € 40 | 5h–6h | 4.99★ · 94 | free | — |
| Howth Coastal Hike & Irish Pub with Local GuideOur pick | € 47 p.p. | € 47 | 3h–4h | 4.99★ · 726 | free | — |
| Howth Cliffs: Local Guide to Hidden South-Facing Paths | € 59 p.p. | € 59 | 5h | 4.97★ · 284 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 5 options: € 32–€ 59 (median € 40). With 100+ reviews: 3 of 5.
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Howth Coastal Hike & Irish Pub with Local GuideYou walk the Howth Cliff Path with a local guide and their dog, stopping at two lighthouses, medieval abbey ruins, and a 19th-century tower with views across Dublin Bay. The day includes a complimentary pint at Bloody Stream pub and a video keepsake of your journey. Moderate fitness required for uneven terrain and uphill sections; operates in all weather.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Howth the way a local does rather than as a checklist, and you'd rather have someone tell you the history as you walk than read it on a plaque — the guide and the dog are what make the difference between a hike and a day with someone who knows the place.
Howth Coastal Hike from Dublin: Cliff Views & Local GuideA three-hour guided coastal hike from Dublin to Howth Head and back through the village, led by a Howth native. The route climbs to panoramic views across Dublin Bay, passes the Martello Tower and the house where WB Yeats lived, and follows the heathlands and cliff paths the operator describes as HG Wells's "most beautiful views in the world." Children from age 12 are welcome; moderate fitness is needed for the terrain.Is it for me?Your guide is a Howth native who weaves in literary history and local tales while you loop the headland's best views—all within three hours, leaving your Dublin day unscheduled.
Howth Cliffs: Local Guide to Hidden South-Facing PathsYou hike the south-facing cliffs of Howth Peninsula with a local guide who knows the hidden paths, visit secret beaches and caves, spot the old goat herds, and finish with views of Dublin Bay and the Wicklow mountains. Scones and tea are included at the start, and the pace is steady enough for moderate fitness levels, though the terrain is uneven and sometimes wet.Is it for me?Right for hikers with moderate fitness who want the real Howth — the cliffs and hidden beaches a casual visitor misses — without figuring out the route alone. Expect soft, uneven terrain and sometimes wet conditions; that's what keeps the crowds away and the views to yourself.
Howth Cliffs & Forest Hike from Dublin: Legends, Seals & PicnicYou’ll join a small group for a full-day hike from Dublin to Howth, following secret forest trails with a local guide who shares legends (and laughs). Expect salty air at the fishing port, possible seal sightings, stories of pirates by ancient stones, forest picnics beside fairy houses, and sweeping views from Muck Rock down to Baily Lighthouse. It’s less about rushing and more about noticing things you’d miss alone.
Howth Coastal Hike Private Tour: Cliffside Views & Local TrailsA private guided hike through Howth's coastal trails, village paths and clifftop routes with a local guide who grew up here. The tour runs three hours and covers the Harbour, the old Abbey, Howth Head with panoramic views across Dublin Bay, the heathlands to Howth Summit, the Martello Tower where WB Yeats lived, and the famous cliff walk. Groups run from one to fifteen travelers; you pick the size at checkout.Is it for me?Book a group of one to five if you want the guide's full attention and the flexibility to move at your own pace; a group of six to ten balances the social experience with a smaller feel; a group of eleven to fifteen works if you're traveling with friends or family and want to share the cost. All sizes follow the same three-hour route and guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Howth Coastal Hike & Irish Pub with Local Guide is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.99 out of 5 across 726 reviews.
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