Ferry to Ireland's Eye in Howth

From$30

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60 minutes – 180 minutes

Dublin, Ireland

Full description

The ferry to Ireland’s Eye is a picturesque and tranquil journey across the waters of the Irish Sea. Passengers can enjoy stunning views of the rugged coastline and the iconic Howth Head cliffs as they make their way to the small, uninhabited island. Weather permitting, the ferry will land at the island where passengers can disembark and explore the rugged beauty of Ireland’s Eye. Visitors can also take a stroll around the island, taking in the stunning views of the mainland. The island’s ancient Martello tower, which dates back to the early 19th century, is a popular landmark. The island offers panoramic views of the surrounding area, and the opportunity for a gorgeous sea swim in the clear waters on the west-facing beach. The island is home to a variety of bird species, including puffins, gannets, and cormorants, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

Included / Excluded

Direct shuttle ferry, return ticket

Snacks

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

Easy Public Transport
Infant Seats Available

Traveler reviews

4.6

86 reviews

Great excursion for a day outside of Dublin

A great excursion to get to see Ireland outside of Dublin. Wonderful views, we saw a lot of birds and seals. And the island is lovely.

Departure34232266395Jun 7, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Best tour!

Wonderful experience! The island us beautiful and well worth the 10,000 steps to walk it. Which by the way, we did not walk the entire thing. Thats in us we chose to take time soaking it all in. I would definitely do this tour again! The family running it is so kind and helpful!

T998KNpampJun 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

a healing experience

honestly so worth it, i'm so glad we had this wonderful experience! the ferry ride is super quick and everyone is very friendly and accommodating and always ready to help you with anything you need. we chose the ride at 2:15pm and left around 4:30pm and i'd recommend getting an earlier one since you can take any ferry back to the mainland! we could've stayed for hours more it's so gorgeous, and the ride back around the island was incredible, seeing all the birds on the cliffs, we even saw a puffin in the water! at times it feels you have the whole island to yourself, everyone remains very respectful towards the nesting birds and keeps their quiet distance, it's perfect for nature lovers who need a break from everyday life. i paid 60€ for two people and that's an excellent price honestly, absolutely 100% recommend !!

Fearless38965161310Jun 1, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A nice break from the big city.

A very nice tour to briefly escape the big city. We were there to see puffins, which are only present in very small numbers on the island and can only be seen from the boat. On the island itself, none can be seen. Nevertheless, the island is very beautiful and easy to circle around. During the breeding season, many chicks can be seen, and seals are also frequently visible in the water. A very beautiful, small nature reserve.

Venture45938118939Jun 1, 2026TRIPADVISOR