Dublin Trip Overview
Howth is known for its Seafood, however knowing the best spots to indulge can be difficult. After a busy day’s sightseeing, relax under the guidance of a local and visit a number of bars/Restaurants in this beautiful fishing village (located 30 minutes from Dublin). We will taste several local beers and taste the finest locally caught seafood in Ireland, including Mussels, Dublin bay prawns, Oysters, Gambas, Seafood Chowder and many more. Along the route you will also hear tales of the Norman and Viking invasions and legends from the 700 year old Howth Castle and chat with your guide to receive personalized recommendations as well as insight into the city’s extensive history.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Dublin, Ireland
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Wine Tasting & Winery Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Howth is known for its Seafood, however knowing the best spots to indulge can be difficult. After a busy day’s sightseeing, relax under the guidance of a local and visit a number of bars/Restaurants in this beautiful fishing village (located 30 minutes from Dublin). We will taste several local beers and taste the finest locally caught seafood in Ireland, including Mussels, Dublin bay prawns, Oysters, Gambas, Seafood Chowder and many more. Along the route you will also hear tales of the Norman and Viking invasions and legends from the 700 year old Howth Castle and chat with your guide to receive personalized recommendations as well as insight into the city’s extensive history.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Howth, Howth, County Dublin
We meet at the legendary Bloody Stream pub for our first selection of local craft beers and a bowl of delicious Seafood Chowder, along with an introduction to the fishing village and local craft beer scene. We will then wander along the fishing port to our next location, taking in the magnificent views of the Irish sea – watching fishermen landing their latest catch – Hearing tales of Howth’s ancient past.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: St Mary’s Abbey, 30 Abbey Street, Howth D13 YT52 Ireland
Walk through this Ancient ruins, dating back to 1042 and built by the Viking King Sitric. Plenty of time of stories and photos of Ireland’s eye. Then we stop at the oldest pub in Howth – The Harbour Bar – to enjoy a further selection of craft beers and more stories of Howth’s colourful past
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Howth Head, Howth Ireland
As we walk back through the village, you will take in the majestic views of Howth Head Cliffs and the rugged coastal line – the inspiration to many Irish Poets & Writers over the centuries – W B Yeats, James Joyce and many more
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Hidden Howth Experiences, 1 waveney house, Harbour Rd, Howth, Dublin, D13 K5F9, Ireland
Let Hidden Howth Experiences guide bring you along the entire journey – visiting the places know only to locals. Live the life of the Irish for a day.
Stop At: Howth Lighthouse East Pier, Howth Ireland
During the entire journey Howth lighthouse will never be far from view. Listen to the story of the famous Gun Running that took place at the lighthouse in 1914. Finally we arrive at The Oar House for a platter of locally caught Seafood – prawns, Mussels, Crab Claws and more, washed down with our final craft beer. Not to be missed
Duration: 1 hour
