Guided Tours

From Dublin: Half-Day Guided Coastal Tour to Howth Village

Discover the charm of Howth Village and its coastal scenery on this 4-hour tour, with round-trip transport making your journey from Dublin seamless and simple.

Board an open-top double-decker bus in Dublin and enjoy a scenic ride to Howth, with free Wi-Fi available throughout your journey.

Explore the Cliffs of Howth on a 1-hour guided walking tour, taking in views of Dublin Bay and spotting local wildlife along the way.

Enjoy free time in Howth Village to visit landmarks like St Mary's Abbey, Martello Tower, or sample fresh seafood at your own pace.

Live English commentary from your driver-guide adds local insights and stories as you travel between Dublin and Howth.

Half-day tour to Howth from Dublin

Round-trip transfer by open-top double-decker bus

Boarding from O'Connell Street Upper

Knowledgeable English-speaking guide

60-min guided walking tour of the Cliffs of Howth

75 mins to explore Howth Village

Food and drink

TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
O'Connell Street Upper
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1 hr by a/c bus
17.4 km
1. Cliffs of Howth
1 hr
Embark on a guided walking tour of the Howth cliffs to experience stunning coastal vistas and spot local wildlife like seals and puffins. Led by an English-speaking guide, you'll immerse yourself in nature while discovering the peninsula's rich history from Viking invasions to its fishing traditions.
6 min by a/c bus
2.8 km
2. Howth Village
1 hr 15 min
1 hr by a/c bus
16.9 km
End point
O'Connell Street Upper
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Bring your booking confirmation and present it to a Big Bus Tours staff member at least 15 minutes before departure.

Wear clothing appropriate for the weather, as the buses are open-top and you may be exposed to the elements.

What's not allowed

Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck during the journey.

Accessibility

The lower deck of the bus is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

The tour departs from Big Bus Tours Stop #1 at 13 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin, at 9:45am and 2pm.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

Infants must be seated on laps during the journey.

Strollers, prams, and luggage can be brought on the bus but must be stored on the lower deck.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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