The Festive Dublin Day Out
Skip the stuffy hotel function room. Howth offers a fresh coastal Christmas — combining crisp sea air, harbour views, and top seafood restaurants just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre via the DART.
Whether you are planning a company Christmas party, a festive day out with friends, or a memorable December group dinner, here is your guide.
Where to Eat: Howth Harbour Restaurants
Winter brings out the best in Howth’s intimate, waterside dining scene:
King Sitric: Overlooking Balscadden Bay, this is Howth’s premier seafood restaurant. Elegant and world-class, it is ideal for client entertaining or high-end corporate celebrations.
The Abbey Tavern: A historic Howth village institution featuring a warm, festive atmosphere—perfect for casual team lunches or relaxed group dinners.
RESTAURANTS
Things to Do: Make a Day of it
Combine your festive dinner with an unforgettable outdoor experience:
Howth Coastal Hike: Explore clifftops and coastal paths with Howth Adventures. Enjoy quiet December trails and extraordinary winter light. (Shorter alternatives: Red Rock 2 hours, Fairy Road 1.5 hours, Howth Cliff Path 1.5 hours).
Howth Coastal Boat Tour: See sea cliffs and Dublin Bay from the water with Ireland’s Eye Ferries before heading inland for dinner.
Christmas Gift Vouchers
Give an experience they will remember. Both Howth Adventures and Ireland’s Eye Ferries offer online gift vouchers—ideal for Secret Santa or unique holiday gifts.
Gift Vouchers
Practical Information
- Getting There: Just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre on the Howth-bound DART. Enjoy a hassle-free trip without parking worries; use a Leap Card for the best fare.
- Christmas Gift Vouchers: Give an experience they will remember. Both Howth Adventures and Ireland’s Eye Ferries offer online gift vouchers—ideal for Secret Santa or unique holiday gifts.
- Book Early: December dates fill up fast for group bookings at King Sitric and Howth Adventures tours.
