Although we did not get to spend as much time exploring because of the rain, from what we were able…read moreto see, Howth was such a lively and charming seaside town. The harbor and pier area had so much character, with beautiful coastal views, fishing boats, and a welcoming atmosphere. The cool ocean breeze, friendly people, and busy energy around town made it feel vibrant and inviting even on a rainy day. Everywhere we looked felt scenic and full of charm. It's easy to see why so many people recommend visiting here. Even with the weather, we really enjoyed our time in Howth and would absolutely love to come back on a nicer day to explore more of the town, walk around the harbor, and take in even more of the beautiful coastline.

Beautiful little fishing village located just a 30 minute train ride from Dublin!…read more We heard great things about Howth and honestly this made a great side trip on our first day in Dublin. Away from the city we were transported to a small village town with gorgeous scenery and people. We went for a ferry ride to see Irelands eye and the Howth cliffs and unfortunately it got too foggy during the tour. For an hour long it was mostly fog but we did see a seal just chilling in the water. It was sunny on the mainland so it was very unexpected that there would be not much visibility on the water. We wanted to see puffins but they are rare to see I think. The ferry ride was pricey so not sure I would recommend it especially since you're not guaranteed to see everything. I would suggest going up the Howth cliffs walk as it is a beautiful view from up top! The locals in the village are also super friendly and love a good chat. Such a great place to visit if you are travelling around Dublin!