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Private Tour of Howth & Malahide Villages

5.0 (5 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Tour of Howth & Malahide Villages

About this activity

Your private tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in a luxuries vehicle with a professional tour guide as your driver.

You will visit 2 amazing locations in Dublin that have with stunning views and beautiful landscapes. Howth is an historical fishing village with a great cliff walk that is enjoyed by locals throughout the year.

Lunch in Howth Village - Restaurant or Tradition Irish Pub.

You will have an option to visit one of Ireland's oldest castles within Malahide. The public tour of the 800 year old castle is with a resident tour guide. Included in the visit of the castle is a visit to the walled gardens and view the butterfly's in the Victorian greenhouse.

Water & Irish snacks are included.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Planet Dublin Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Water & Snacks
  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Local Tour Guide
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Malahide Castle Entrance Fee
  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
  • Not included: Tips

Itinerary

  1. Dublin

    one hour

    Meet & greet at your hotel followed by a sightseeing tour of Dublin City. Your driver will share with you stories and tales associated with Dublin history. The journey time from Dublin Howth is approx. 45mins.

  2. Howth

    3 hours

    Howth summit has amazing views of the coastline. The walk along the cliffs and down to the beautiful fishing village is a must for every visitor. You will have time to explore the harbour and enjoy the scenery.

    The harbor has a large amount of fishing vessels that catch fish in the local seas. The harbor also has a large amount of sailing and motor boats.

    Howth village is famous for it breathtaking scenery with two islands just of the headland. There are two fantastic walks that can be taken on the east and west pier.

    Within the village of Howth are shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. The pubs & restaurants provide delicious fish food, especially the famous 'Fish & Chips' meal.

  3. Malahide Castle & Gardens

    3 hours Admission not included

    The village of Malahide has much to offer.

    The estuary has golden sandy banks with stunning views that is ideal for a calm relaxing walk. The village has lots of independent retail shops for you to find that perfect souvenir and within the Village of Malahide is The Malahide Castle & Gardens.

    Enjoy a guide tour of Malahide Castle with a resident guide. You will be taken on a journey into many decorative rooms that are filled with medieval furniture and artwork. On the tour you will be told stories about the Talbot family who resided in the castle for 800 years.

    Afterward you can enjoy the beautiful walled gardens and visit the Victorian Greenhouse that has a large collection of living butterflies.

  4. Dublin

    one hour

    On the return journey to Dublin city, your driver will take you on a sightseeing tour through some of the affluent neighborhoods that Dubliner's call home.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • The Morgan Hotel
  • The Kingfisher Guesthouse
  • Judge Darley's Hotel
  • Home2 Suites by Hilton Dublin City Centre
  • Old Dubliner Bed and Breakfast
  • Latchfords Townhouse Of Baggot Street
  • Hotel St. George
  • Niche Living Ballsbridge
  • The Hendrick Dublin Smithfield
  • Sheldon Park Hotel and Leisure Club
  • Trinity College Summer Accommodation
  • West County Hotel

and 198 more pickup points

The driver will meet the guests in the lobby of their hotel or the guests can choose a pick up location. We will be in contact with you to confirm your pick up location.

Using your ticket

All entrance tickets will be provided on the day of the tour by the tour guide.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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