Ireland · BOAT TRIPS IN DUBLIN
A shortlist you could hand a friend at the airport: 15 boat trips in Dublin worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
See Dublin from the River Liffey on a 45-minute cruise with local guides, historic bridges, Docklands views, and lively Irish storytelling.
“A really informative cruise and we were lucky to have great sunny weather!”
Cruise Dublin’s River Liffey for 45 minutes with a local guide, passing the Jeanie Johnston, Ha’penny Bridge, Samuel Beckett Bridge, and Docklands.
“This was a fun and interesting trip. It is only 45 minutes but we learned a lot in that time. Our guide was amusing and pointed out various buildings without taking it too seriously. Was definitely worth it”
Cruise from Howth around Ireland’s Eye for cliffs, seabirds, seals, caves, and local stories on a compact 50-minute Dublin boat tour.
“The guide explained the history and wild life that lived there. He also gave us a safe and close views.”
Cruise Howth’s cliffs, lighthouse, seals, seabirds, and Ireland’s Eye on a lively 50-minute boat tour from Dublin.
“the guide was super friendly and gave a lot of good information throughout the ride. he even let us drive the boat for a minute! getting to the meeting spot was very easy and the staff was incredibly helpful. 10/10 recommend!”
Cruise beneath Howth Cliffs and around Ireland’s Eye for lighthouse views, seabirds, seals, live commentary, and fresh sea air from Dublin.
“I enjoyed my trip with my grandson, staff were friendly and helpful. Very informative. I’d highly recommend”
Cruise from Dublin City to Dun Laoghaire for port views, Poolbeg Lighthouse, onboard snacks, and an easy DART return.
“Amaizing boat trip I will recomand to all my friends.The kids was impres but is ok to have more coffee and juice Sandwich and more for sale.”
Cruise from Howth around Ireland’s Eye for seals, seabirds, cliffs, and captain’s commentary on this short Dublin coast tour.
“It was a wonderful ride! We were kept safe and it was a great tour.”
Cruise from Howth to Ireland’s Eye for seals, seabirds, cliff views, and local stories on a small, weather-dependent boat tour.
“What an amazing boat trip to see the coast of Howth from the water and cruise around and spot all of the wildlife on the Ireland’s Eye. We started our perfect Howth day with a coastal hike with Shane’s Howth Adventures (absolutely wonderful), lunch at Kish Fish (delicious) and finally our boat tour - the greatest way to spend a day outside of Dublin!”
Watch the sun set over Howth Harbour, Ireland’s Eye, and Dublin Bay on a one-hour cruise with live captain commentary.
“Myself and my partner absolutely loved our trip, it was a beautiful sunset and really enjoyed the views.”
Cruise Dublin's Grand Canal on an electric barge with a fresh three-course dinner, house wine or beer, and a look at historic canal locks.
“Staff on board were excellent and very attentive. Food was top class. We will return.”
Sail Dublin Bay from Dun Laoghaire to Howth for seals, islands, lighthouses, coastal views, and a handy DART return option.
“This trip was absolutely brilliant, had a beautiful sunny day, water was nice and calm, the views were breathtaking from start to finish. The on board stories and myths were great, very informative. We also got to see a Portuguese man o war jellyfish PLUS a seal when we arrived at howth harbour. It was happily swimming,,stopping for photo shoot and looked very content. Would recommend this trip 100/: Well worth the price,”
Cruise from Dublin City to Dun Laoghaire for docklands views, live commentary, Poolbeg Lighthouse, and an easy DART return.
“My partner and i enjoyed the cruise immensely. Would recommend it. Hope to do it nxt year.”
Explore Aillwee Cave, cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher, and walk the famous cliffs on a full-day trip from Dublin.
“Excellent, it’s a great way to see some incredible views and and understand a little bit of history if Ireland, the guide Jonathan was great, knows a lot of history and important information regarding the country, thank you so much.”
Ride the DART from Dun Laoghaire, then explore Dublin by hop-on hop-off bus with live guides, coastal views, and flexible stops.
“Great narration and got to see several places. It did not feel like 9 hours.”
Review of Dublin’s cruise-friendly DART and hop-on hop-off tour, with city sights, live commentary, practical tips, value, and key drawbacks.
“This is a great option for travelers that are on a cruise ship that ports at Dun Laoghaire. This tour included the train transfer and there were Do Dublin staff readily available when we got off of the ship to give us instructions on which train to get on to get to the City Center and which train to come back on. The hop on hop off bus is a great way to see the city and all of the sights, so just hop off where you want to and hop back on when you want to. We still did quite a bit of walking and some of the stops…”
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