Howth Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Howth Harbour
Explore the waterfront of Howth Harbour and enjoy activities such as running in Dublin. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
Dublin Castle
Discover medieval excavations from a Viking ruin and appreciate the majesty of the state apartments, the chapel and the landscape gardens.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Top hotels in Howth
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Clean room, lots of amenities. Multiple restaurants and the breakfast was great! Shuttle is easy too"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
"Great location if you’re flying out of Dublin, not close enough to stay if you want to see Dublin"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"I was extremely impressed with the Ruby Molly! The room itself was excellent - an extremely comfortable bed, fantastic climate control, a great shower, and lots of other top flight amenities (plenty of charger options, Bluetooth speakers, and work area). I didn’t try the breakfast but it looked amazing ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Good hotel. Rooms are very compact. On site bar and restaurant are nice. Parking is very expensive at 30 Euros per day."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"We had a nice room with a really good bed. The location is perfect for walking to most important tourist spots. However, people who want peace and quiet should not stay here- A constant street party and loud music."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Clink i Lár
"Great stuff and close to everything in Dublin"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Howth
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Dublin Castle and Grafton Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Dublin 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
