Dublin's North Coast & Malahide Castle
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Port
Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$159.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6¾ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Follow the rugged coastline of south County Dublin, crossing over the River Liffey with panoramic views of Dublin Bay.
You will visit Malahide Castle, seat of the Talbot family. Set on 250 acres of parkland, this castle dates back to the 14th century and contains one of the finest collections of Irish period furniture, as well as a collection of Irish portrait paintings from the National Gallery. Explore the castle and make the most of the new interpretative center and retail facility.
Proceed through the villages of Malahide and Portmarnock. The latter is home to the world-famous Portmarnock Golf Club, known for hosting the Irish Open Championship.
You'll soon arrive in the quaint fishing port of Howth, where you'll stop at the 11th-century Abbey Tavern to enjoy a traditional Irish lunch. Nestled against the ancient ruins of Howth Abbey, with the lovely fishing harbor and marina below, Abbey Tavern is an ideal spot in which to rest and savor the genuine atmosphere of old Ireland. Blazing turf fires, original stone walls, flagstone floors and gaslights make for a truly warm welcome.
Driving over the summit of the Dublin Mountains, you will enjoy wonderful views of Dublin Bay and beyond as you return to Dún Laoghaire via Dollymount and Clontarf.
Notes:
Minimum age to consume alcohol is 18 years. Wear comfortable walking shoes.