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Big Bus Dublin Coastal Tour
Overview
Discover the scenic side of Dublin with a Dublin Coastal Tour that takes you beyond the busy city centre and along the beautiful eastern coastline. The journey offers a refreshing combination of seaside scenery, charming communities and panoramic views across Dublin Bay. Travel comfortably as the route leaves the urban landscape behind and follows the coastline towards some of the area’s picturesque seaside destinations. Along the way, enjoy views of the Irish Sea, rugged shoreline, green hills and colourful waterfront areas. The experience provides an opportunity to see a different side of Dublin while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Ireland’s coastal communities. Take in the scenery from the bus, listen to engaging commentary and discover interesting stories about the areas you pass through. With its mix of natural landscapes and local character, the tour is ideal for travellers who want to complement their Dublin city sightseeing with a coastal escape. It offers plenty of opportunities for photographs and memorable views while allowing you to experience the beauty of Dublin Bay without planning separate transport. Whether you are a first-time visitor or simply looking for something different to do during your stay, this coastal experience provides an enjoyable way to explore beyond the capital’s central attractions.
Tour's Features
Free Cancellation
Mobile Voucher
Family Friendly
Instant Confirmation
Live Guide
English
Highlights
- Escape Dublin City for the Coast and discover the scenic beauty of Ireland’s eastern shoreline.
- Enjoy a Comfortable Coastal Journey with panoramic views of Dublin Bay and the surrounding countryside.
- Explore Charming Coastal Towns and experience a more relaxed side of Dublin beyond the city centre.
- Take in Dramatic Coastal Scenery with sea views, green landscapes and picturesque waterfronts.
- Capture Beautiful Seaside Moments at scenic viewpoints along the journey.
- Experience Ireland Beyond the Capital while discovering local character, coastal landscapes and traditional charm.
Itinerary
Discover the Coastal Communities
Travel through charming seaside areas where traditional Irish character meets the beauty of the coast. Take in colourful waterfronts, local streets and views across the Irish Sea as you continue along the route.
Scenic Coastal Landscapes
As the journey progresses, enjoy some of the most peaceful scenery outside central Dublin. The combination of coastline, countryside and open sea creates excellent opportunities for photographs and relaxed sightseeing.
Stories of Dublin’s Coast
Listen to informative commentary throughout the journey and learn more about the communities, landscapes and history of the Dublin coastline. The stories add context to the places you see while keeping the journey engaging.
Return to Dublin
After exploring the coastal surroundings, begin the journey back towards Dublin. Relax and enjoy the final views of Dublin Bay before returning to the city.
Book your Dublin Coastal Tour and discover the beautiful coastline beyond Dublin’s city centre!
What's Included
What's Included
- Half-Day Coastal Excursion in Howth
- Engaging Live Guide (English)
- Return transportation from Dublin Guided walking tour along the Howth Cliffs
- Leisure time to discover Howth Village
- Completely Flexible Bus Ticket (no charge for date changes)
Schedule
- Start Time: 09:45am, 2:00pm, 2:15pm
- Duration: 4 Hours
- Departure Point: Stop#1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
Redemption Info
- You may present either your mobile or printed voucher at the designated meeting location: Stop#1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
- In the event of a lost voucher or ticket, the company shall not be responsible for any refunds.
- The ticket or voucher remains valid for the travel date you select.
Know Before You Go
- This tour is NOT a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour.
- Please arrive in advance of the departure time to secure your seat.
- Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the date and time selected at the time of purchase.
- Kindly show your booking confirmation to a member of the Big Bus Tours staff at least 15 minutes prior to the departure of the tour.
- The tour is designed to accommodate wheelchair users, and prams and luggage are permitted on the bus.
Cancellation Policy
- To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
- If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
- Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time. You must contact us through email.
- The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.
Disclaimer
- There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations.
- During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
- Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
- The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.
Group Booking
For groups of 8 or more, please submit a group inquiry at booking@activity-crest.com. While discounted rates are not available for all tours, selected tours may qualify for special group pricing. Standard tours & activities are eligible for group discounts; however, attractions, passes, combo tickets, and related products are excluded.
Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours:
Due to the operational nature of hop-on hop-off bus tours and fluctuating daily demand, we cannot guarantee that all members of a group will be accommodated on the same bus at the same time. Seat availability varies by stop and service demand, and groups may be required to split across multiple buses and/or wait for subsequent departures.
All group members must redeem their vouchers together initially. Once redeemed, individual tickets will be issued, allowing travellers the flexibility to explore independently thereafter. The requirement to remain together applies only during the voucher redemption process when tickets are booked under a single reservation.
As we are unable to guarantee that larger groups can travel together as one unit, bookings will be divided into smaller groups of approximately 5-7 passengers per ticket allocation, depending on the overall group size.
Customer Reviews
4.6
based on 2,515 reviews
Rating Distribution
"I booked the bus mainly to save time, but the experience offered more than convenience. Seeing the city's character change from one neighbourhood to another was fascinating."
"Usually, travelling between attractions feels like wasted time. Here, the views along the way were interesting enough that we enjoyed the journey as much as the destinations."
"Travelling with family was easier when we had a straightforward way to move between areas. Everyone enjoyed the scenery, and we could choose stops together as we went."
"We completed the route without getting off initially and enjoyed seeing the city from beginning to end. It helped us choose which places deserved a closer visit."
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