What are the best things to do in Howth?
Top picks in Howth include Howth Castle, National Transport Museum. See the full list and itinerary on this Howth travel guide.
Photo: 瑞丽江的河水 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Howth
Travel guide for Howth, Ireland — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Howth is a stop in Ireland, not a country-in-a-weekend. Most people stay 2–4 days. If time is short, prioritise Howth Castle, National Transport Museum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 120–250 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Howth
1
Howth Castle
2
National Transport Museum
Budget
Howth trip cost
Budget
USD 55–90
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 120–250
per person / day
Luxury
USD 290–475+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Howth, Ireland. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Howth
Estimated total (USD)
$3,125
≈ $1,563 per person · $446 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $185/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Howth mid-range ground costs (budget 55–90 · mid 120–250 · luxury 290–475+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Aqua Restaurant
The Bloody Stream
Dog House
Summit Inn
King Sitric
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Marine Hotel
Hazelwood B&B
Cornerville B&B
Gleann-na-Smoi
Shopping
- Centra
Nightlife
- Abbey Tavern
Museums & culture
- Howth Castle
- National Transport Museum
In pictures
Howth gallery
Photos: 瑞丽江的河水, Rossyxan, User:Patriciazambello, William Murphy, Pilgab — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Howth travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Howth?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Howth?
Most travellers spend 2–4 days in Howth, depending on how many day trips you want in Ireland.
Where should I stay in Howth?
Popular stays in Howth include Marine Hotel, Hazelwood B&B, Cornerville B&B. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Howth cost?
On the ground in Howth (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 55–90 per person per day, mid-range about 120–250, and luxury about 290–475+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Howth, Ireland. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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