Trails and Viewpoints in Co. Dublin
3 places
1.Howth Cliff Walk
4 colour-coded cliff loops with views of Ireland's Eye and Lambay Island
A rugged coastal trail just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre, the Howth Cliff Walk serves up dramatic sea-cliff views, a historic lighthouse, and a fishing village packed with seafood spots — all accessible by DART train.
- Highlights
- Four colour-coded loop trails (6–12 km)
- Views of Ireland's Eye, Lambay Island, and Dublin Bay
- Baily Lighthouse (built 1814)
- Facilities
- Dog-friendly
2.Howth Cliff Walk (Green Route)
a 6 km cliff loop with a lighthouse, beach & sea views 30 min from Dublin
A well-marked 6 km loop along dramatic sea cliffs just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre, offering lighthouse views, a hidden swimming cove, and one of the easiest coastal hikes in Ireland.
- Highlights
- 6 km loop, ~2 hours, 130 m ascent
- Baily Lighthouse views from Louis' Point
- Balscadden Bay Beach — hidden swimming cove
- Facilities
- Dog-friendly
3.Killiney Hill Viewpoint
1742 obelisk built as famine relief
A breezy hilltop park just south of Dublin with one of the best coastal panoramas in Ireland — city, sea, and mountains from a single 153m summit, reached in under 20 minutes.
- Highlights
- Panoramic views over Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains, and the Irish Sea
- Historic 1742 obelisk — built as famine relief
- The 'Wishing Stone' pyramid with its quirky local legend
- Facilities
- Good for kids · Wheelchair access