Howth is a picturesque fishing village that makes the perfect destination for a day trip from Dublin. Also, Howth is a great starting point for some great hiking trails on the peninsula. So, you can even consider a weekend full of activities in Howth village. Here are some of the best things to do on a day trip from Dublin to Howth.
How to get to Howth from Dublin
Howth is about 16km from Dublin City Center, so it’s easy to get there for a day trip. You can get to Howth by DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit). The ride takes less than 25 minutes from Dublin Connoly station.
Exploring Howth on a day trip from Dublin
Best Things to do in Howth
1. Walk the West Pier
The Pier is home to a few very good restaurants as well as fresh fish shops. It’s also a good place for a walk to work up an appetite for the next step.
2. Stop for a fresh fish lunch
After all, Howth is a fishing village. It’s the main reason you came from Dublin in the first place. We had lunch at the Oar House. The food was amazing, as well as the service. I recommend the fish pie and the seafood plate, but you can stick to the fish and chips too.
3. Visit Howth’s Castle grounds
The estate was in the same family for more than 800 years before being sold in 2019. The Castle itself can only be visited with an organized group but the extensive estate grounds are open to the public and worth visiting.
The perfect time to visit is in May or early June when the rhododendrons are in full bloom. There are also many trails with spectacular views over the bay on the castle’s grounds.
4. Walk to the Lighthouse on the East Pier
Lighthouses are always beautiful, and this one has a lot of history too.
5. Take a boat trip to Ireland’s Eye
Ireland’s Eye is the small, uninhabited island in front of Howth Harbour. It hosts a seabird reservation and also the ruins of a fort.
These forts, the Martello Towers, were built in the 19th century all over the British Empire. In summer, boats take tourists to the island or around it.
6. Visit the ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey
The first church was built here by the King Sitric of Ireland. It was modified a few times over the centuries. Today it lies in ruins, but the site is very peaceful. Also, the view over the bay from above the…
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