Dublin Coastal Hike: Pints & Puppies Adventure

Embark on a 3.5-hour coastal hike in Dublin, exploring the hidden gems of Howth Peninsula. Discover ancient ruins, encounter wildlife, and enjoy breathtaking views before ending the adventure with a well-deserved pint in a local Irish pub.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Howth Dart Station - Begin your Howth adventure at the charming Howth Train Station, where the journey starts amidst the buzz of anticipation and the quaint, picturesque surroundings of this historic fishing village. This iconic starting point sets the stage for an unforgettable exploration of Howth’s natural beauty and rich heritage, inviting you…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • A video momentum of your journey through Howth that you can share with family & friends
  • Alcoholic Beverages
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on the Dublin Coastal Hike & Pints & Puppies Tour for an unforgettable day of adventure along the mesmerizing Irish coastline. Join a Local & their Dog, as they guide you through hidden trails, revealing tales of local lore and maritime history. The rugged cliffs, Irish Sea and quaint village unfold like a living canvas, creating a picturesque…

Location
The Bloody Stream
We Meet at Howth Train (Dart) Station, just outside the Bloody Stream Pub.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Footprints174272
Mar 9, 2026
Pints? PUPPIES? Yes please - What's not to love? A hearty hike, gorgeous scenery, informative and hilarious commentary... And yes, puppies and pints. This was a great addition to my trip to Dublin.
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Anya_c
Mar 7, 2026
This is such a special... - This is such a special experience! You’ll get to do the best part of a hike with amazing views with good company and even an adorable pup..
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Jennifer_l
Feb 17, 2026
MUST do while visiting Dublin! - If you’re visiting Dublin and debating the long trek to the Cliffs of Moher, do yourself a favor and book this instead! We didn’t want to spend a full day of our short trip to Dublin traveling elsewhere, and we are so glad we chose the Puppies and Pints Adventure in Howth. It’s a quick and convenient 30 min train ride from Dublin, and it is a perfect combination of breathtaking cliff views and interesting history. We came away feeling like we'd actually learned something while having a total blast. Our guide, Paddy, was incredible and made the experience even better. Tilly, the cutest doggo, is a star and was the perfect fix for us since we were missing our own dog back home. She is a world class negotiator when it comes to french fries, so save yourself the trouble and just order an extra side when you get to the Bloody Stream Pub!! Even with the typical Irish weather (spitting rain on and off), this coastal hike was easily the most memorable part of our trip. As long as you pack a rain jacket and some reliable boots or sneakers (which you should be doing in Dublin, anyway), you’ll be fine. We spent a few hours hiking through the town and along the cliffs before ending at the pub for fantastic food and even better Guinness. It was super easy to navigate and a must do for anyone visiting Dublin!!! Also - one of the coolest takeaways is an amazing montage video! Paddy sent us the video via WhatsApp after the hike and it included posed pictures, action shots, and a whole trail of where we walked and stopped throughout. It was so cool to send to friends and family to give them a trip update, and I even added it to my end of trip insta post :)
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William_l
Feb 15, 2026
Amazing Hike - Knowing the title of this tour I had figured it would be a highlight of my trip, but it really exceeded expectations! Had an excellent time hiking around and learning about the history/culture of Howth with our wonderful guide Mark and his fearless companion Missy - cannot recommend this tour enough!!
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Reece_m
Feb 15, 2026
Take this experience!!! - It was one of the best things we did in ireland! The guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable of the history we had so much fun!!
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Brogers1913
Dec 29, 2025
A wonderful tour with amazing guides! - My husband and I went on this tour in September and it was amazing. Howth is just a quick train ride from Dublin and it is STUNNING. Mark is an incredible tour guide, he is so knowledgeable and entertaining. Missy is adorable and did a great job leading our group and keeping us safe from the bar cats haha. We were lucky to have a great group as well, not too large and a good variety of ages and backgrounds. The pub is the perfect ending to the tour and I had the best fish and chips of my life there. I can’t recommend this tour enough, this is an absolute MUST if you’re visiting Ireland!
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U1757febonnieh
Dec 14, 2025
A day trip to Howth - My husband and I had a fantastic day out with Mark and his pup Missy. We enjoyed exploring Howth, walking the beautiful coastline and hearing stories and history of the area. We ended with a great pub lunch right by the train station. Book the trip, a great ( and easy) addition to a Dublin visit. Thank you Mark ( and Missy) for a perfect day!
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B930rvginad
Dec 7, 2025
Barry and Gina’s review - Patrick was an amazing guide. We all enjoyed the walk. Thanks to Patrick we now know why an Irish wake is called a “wake”. Disappointed that Tilly the dog opted out of the walk. Highly recommended.
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Beth_r
Dec 6, 2025
Patrick was amazing, full... - Patrick was amazing, full of historical events and just entertaining jokes. Hike was a bit more strenuous than this 65 year old with bad knees and back counted on but Patrick and other guests were patient with me and offered a hand when the going got tough. Wouldn't have missed the amazing landscape for anything!! Easy train trip from Connolly station in Dublin!
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Trail558459
Nov 26, 2025
Extent way to see and learn about Howth! Fun and informative…Paddy was the best host! - Fabulous hike with @ThePaddyLeon and pup! With history, humor, nature insights and glorious views - could not have been better. After a dead easy train trip out from Dublin, we met a Paddy and his pup and set off walking…easy pace, regular stops for nature/history/general info/outlooks. We were very lucky with the weather but Paddy and the Tilly/Bella (our canine companions) made the trip for us and our early 20s family members…funny, engaging, great conversation, excellent impersonations…like was a solid 3 3-4 hours, followed by drinks and an excellent lunch at The Bloody Stream. Great day!!!
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up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).