Howth Coastal Cruise and Dine: 1-Hour Boat Trip with Dinner

Sail past two lighthouses and an island's dark history, then eat where the harbor meets the town

The Howth Coastal Cruise and Dine Experience pairs a 1-hour boat trip along Howth's cliffs with dinner at the Bloody Stream Pub. You'll pass the Baily Lighthouse and Howth Lighthouse, see Ireland's Eye with commentary on its history, then return to shore for a main course and a glass of wine, beer or house spirit. A live English-speaking guide leads the cruise; minimum age is 18. The whole outing runs 2 to 3 hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Howth Coastal Cruise and Dinner

• Board boat at Howth Harbour
• Cruise along Howth Cliffs
• Pass Baily Lighthouse with commentary
• Pass Howth Lighthouse
• View Ireland's Eye with commentary
• Return to Howth Harbour
• Have main course and drink at Bloody Stream Pub

The Experience

Howth Harbour is where the boat leaves, and the route follows the cliffs north along the coast. You'll pass the Baily Lighthouse first—the guide explains its history as you motor past—then Howth Lighthouse at the harbor entrance. As you leave the harbor, Ireland's Eye comes into view; the commentary covers the island's past, including a notorious murder that happened there. The boat then turns back along the Howth Cliffs themselves, where the views from the water open up what the land hides.

Once the cruise ends, you walk to the Bloody Stream Pub, which sits directly under Howth Train Station. The restaurant is where the package lands: a main course arrives with your choice of a glass of wine, beer, or house spirit. The timing means you move straight from the boat to the table without a gap, and the meal is part of the booking, not an add-on you arrange separately.

The boat holds a small group, and a live guide in English narrates the route. Wheelchair access is available on the boat and at the pub. If you want to upgrade to a steak or seafood platter instead of the standard main, that's a paid supplement at checkout.

What’s included

• 1-hour guided coastal cruise along Howth's cliffs and past Ireland's Eye.
• commentary on the Baily Lighthouse, Howth Lighthouse, and the island's history.
• main course at the Bloody Stream Pub.
• one glass of wine, beer, or house spirit.
• live English-speaking guide.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Howth Cliff Cruises

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the boat and dinner sequenced back-to-back in one booking—the cruise runs first, then you move straight to your table at the Bloody Stream Pub.

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Top questions

What will I see on the Howth Coastal Cruise?

The cruise passes the Baily Lighthouse and Howth Lighthouse, both with historical commentary from the guide. You'll see Ireland's Eye and hear about the island's history, including a murder that took place there. The boat then cruises along the Howth Cliffs on the return, showing the coastline from the water.

How long is the whole experience from start to finish?

The experience runs 2 to 3 hours total. The boat cruise itself is 1 hour, and the remaining time covers boarding, the return to harbor, and your meal at the Bloody Stream Pub.

What food and drink do I get?

You receive a main course and one glass of wine, beer, or house spirit at the Bloody Stream Pub after the cruise. If you want to upgrade to a steak or seafood platter, that's available as a paid add-on.

Is the Bloody Stream Pub easy to reach after the cruise?

The pub is located directly under Howth Train Station, a short walk from the harbor where the boat docks. It's wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are nearby if you need them.

Do I need any experience or fitness level for this cruise?

The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The boat is wheelchair accessible, and service animals are allowed on board. The minimum age is 18.