Howth / Binn Eadair

Howth / Binn Eadair is a vibrant and beautiful fishing village situated on the scenic Howth Peninsula. As well as the locals Howth plays host to captivated visitors all year round. Howth is situated just 10 miles north of Dublin city center and 5 miles from Dublin airport.

The Howth Peninsula with its picturesque harbour and lighthouses, beaches, walks, martello towers and portal tomb possesses some of the finest scenery in Ireland with magnificent panoramas over Dublin Bay.

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'The finest view west of Naples' ­ is how H.G. Wells described the vista enjoyed from the Ben of Howth looking southward along Ireland's east coast.

Ireland's Eye empty and solitary with its everchanging hues guards the entrance to the harbour.

Howth takes its name from the Norse hofuth meaning a head which the Danes christened the area. The earlier gaelic name Binn Eadair translates as the hill of Edar a chieftain of The Tuatha De Danaan Ireland's legendary people.

Check out our handy maps of Howth Peninsula and Howth Village.

Originally an island the isthmus at Sutton Cross joined Howth to the mainland giving us Howth Peninsula. Howth (pronounced as in both) is a place where the past meets the present, mixing its history and legend with the vibrancy and originality of today.

Its an ideal place to come and stay or visit for a day trip. Howth's leisurely ambience, wonderful scenery, friendly people and charming restaurants and bars ensure you'll be back to visit us once more.

At its heart is Howth harbour with its fishing trawlers and yachting marina managed by Howth Yacht Club. The village is just a short step away up Abbey Street.

Howth is best discovered on foot and the waterfront and piers are a good starting point on your exploration of the area. They afford a great view of the enchanting Ireland's Eye offshore and of the village itself-if you can drag yourself away from the many fishmongers dotted along the way.

Check out our Walking Guide and Sightseeing Guide for more.