Ireland's Eye Tour: Explore Dublin Bay's Wildlife

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Embark on an eco cruise around Ireland’s Eye, a wildlife sanctuary and historical marvel. Discover the island’s stunning views, diverse flora and fauna, and intriguing history.

Duration: 45 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Howth - The team will greet you at the top of the pontoon, check you in, and take you on a delightful boat trip departing from Howth Harbour. You’ll pass by Howth Lighthouse and enjoy a scenic tour of Ireland’s Eye.
Howth Lighthouse - As the journey begins from the pontoon out of Howth Harbour, the commentary will start, detailing the history…

What's Included

Government fees

What's Not Included

Snacks

Additional Information

This tour offers an exploration of the wonders of Ireland’s Eye, Howth Harbour and Cliffs, and Dublin Bay. Enjoy a journey around Ireland’s Eye, where you can admire breathtaking views of the Island, the Martello Tower, and the vibrant colonies of seals and birds, such as Puffins and Guillemots, residing in the Dublin Bay Biosphere. Experience the rich…

Location

ISLAND FERRIES | Howth Cliff Cruises | Ireland's Eye Tours (landing) | Dublin Sunset Cruises

West Pier

Wait at the black gate at the top of the pontoon. The pontoon is down the very end of the West Pier in Howth, opposite Aqua Restaurant.

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Subhransu_p

Jan 13, 2026

Great cruise, loved the... - Great cruise, loved the scenic beauty all the way, great clicks which will etch with me forever.. Thanks

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Y3873fqemmao

Jan 5, 2026

Magical - Ollie is a gent! I was foraging for work looking for seashells and came across the boat tour. We went around the gorgeous cliffs and right into some of the caves! I was the only person on the boat due to time of day and he took loads of photos of me and the sunset, behind the wheel of the boat and helped me spot seals and we even saw a dolphin! Amazing time and I am bringing my coworkers to join me next time!!!

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Matt_w

Dec 7, 2025

The best way to see... - The best way to see Ireland's Eye and have the best view of the harbour. Try to get one around sunset, you can't beat it.

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Dorothyn763

Dec 1, 2025

Off Shore Cruise of the Eye. - Great experience, beautiful coastal view. Captain gave safety instructions and information about the Eye Island. It was too rough to go out into the open water but he took us along the inside of the island.

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Sunshine61899369565

Nov 25, 2025

Worth it! Cute little boat tour - Very nice little boat tour once around the small island and something along the coast. Those expecting the very big highlight are wrong on the tour. But the tour keeps what it promises and is just a nice trip! Worth it!

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W731zmgabrielg

Nov 24, 2025

Very professional and friendly operators and staff and a must on any trip to Ireland - Very nice tour around the Ile of eye and along the coast of Howth! The guide was very professional and steered the boat safely through the sometimes very unsettled sea. Thanks for an unforgettable day in the most beautiful fishing villages in Ireland 😊

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Discover26973217778

Nov 22, 2025

A really good tour and you see a lot. - The captain was so adorable and really a good guider. He was kind and told us much about the history. We saw a lot and it was really cool

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Tiebol

Nov 11, 2025

Crazy experience - Crazy experience !! Best boattrip we ever made. Wild ocean beautiful island. The captain gave us thé Motivaction to go on thé front of thé boat and we enjoyed Evert minute of it. Thank you guys !!

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R2d2sdad

Dec 4, 2025

Not very professional - I did not feel that safety was a priority on this tour. Our captain was a very young man who handed over the steering wheel to a group of students. The captain drove the boat into open water and let the students drive the boat in circles. The rest of us had to sit it out while the kids larked about driving the boat, whooping and hollering. The 20 minute circuit of Ireland's Eye was fine, with a short recorded commentary about the Martello tower and the birdlife on the island, but we were not given an opportunity to view the Howth cliffs.

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Keith_d

Dec 30, 2025

Avoid These Pirates ! - I gave this company the opportunity to reply but they didn’t so In a nutshell! A disaster & chaos onboard, rubbish staff, no safety announcements/precautions or vision from staff to some serious onboard issues that were occurring. As a group it’s fair to say that 80% onboard were traumatised by this incident, this tin can of a boat should never of left the harbour & in my opinion the clowns who hide away from the elements in there covered in Captains cabin should never be allowed on a boat again. They were nowhere to be seen during horrific conditions & the fear was there for all to see, they were well aware that customers were really suffering as so many took shelter inside the boat & when one eventually came out to give the thumbs up I told him about the situation and he laughed at me ! The people at the other end of the boat had asked me because I was sitting nearest the entrance to get them to turn back when I told him this n that a young baby but for the grace of God nearly went overboard he then realised it wasn’t a laughing matter n says they would turn back but to the astonishment of all they didn’t just kept going ! This was not the first excursion of the Day so they knew of the elements & how dangerous the water was did they mention any of this to us ? Did they say as a precaution put on life jackets if your staying outside ? Did they say it’s rough on the sea today would you like to cancel ? No to all cos greed n the colour of money was more important to these people. I will never forget the fear on people’s faces, I thought we were gone it was that bad I saw no way that we would get back to land and was there any reassurance from the crew ? Nothing not a word from the Captain before, during, or after this calamity. I’m only glad to be able to tell the story but I’ll never again set foot on a boat this lot destroyed any chance of that. Avoid them avoid, avoid, AVOID!!

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From $29

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult