Any bucket list trip to Ireland should include some coastal hikes. That guarantees incredible scenery, a spectacular coastline, and great photos to take those moments home with you. And while Ireland isn’t short of coastal walking opportunities, one of the most convenient and nonetheless beautiful hikes is the Howth Cliff Walk. That’s so close to Dublin, you can do it as a morning tour from the city and still have time to explore more of Dublin in the afternoon.
As I was traveling solo, I thought of joining a group tour to do the Howth Cliff Walk. It was the best idea to spend my last day in Ireland before heading to the nearby Dublin Airport. A Hike & Pints Tour with Hidden Howth Experiences had the right ring to it, a perfect Irish experience.
How to get to Howth
When you land at Dublin Airport, the first Irish land you see is the Howth Peninsula. Howth village is less than 15 kilometers from Dublin city center, and the drive there takes about 30 minutes. The easiest, however, is to take the regional train (DART) from Connoly station. Pay attention to board the train heading to Howth, not the one to Malahide village.
You can also spend more time in this pretty seaside village, and here are a few ideas of the best things to do in Howth.
Step-by-step Hike and Pints Tour
Hike and Pints Tour Meeting Point
The meeting point is at the DART station in Howth. That’s perfect if you’re driving there too because you can find parking by the station. That’s also the end point of the Hike and Pints tour, so it’s easy to get back or keep exploring Howth village afterward.
Mark and Missy, our guides
Our guides were Mark and his cute dog, Missy. Mark was exactly the guide I was hoping for, an Irish man with an accent and a story-telling talent. Add some beautiful Irish coastline and a pint of beer at the end, and you have a perfect tour.
Howth Cliff Walk – Admire the Irish Coastline
After meeting everyone and a quick group picture at the DART station, the first walk is to Howth Marina, a few minutes away. This is where Missy gets very excited because she is looking for the seals. We were very fortunate to see a couple of seals in the bay.
St. Mary’s Abbey and Cemetery
Only the stone walls of St. Mary’s Abbey in Howth still stand. However, the cemetery around it is one of the best spots to admire Howth Marina,…
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