Ireland's Eye
4.8
Howth2-3 hours
Island sanctuary and bird reserve
About
Ireland's Eye is a small, uninhabited island located just north of Howth harbor, serving as a protected sanctuary for thousands of wild seabirds. Visitors can take a short boat ride from the pier to explore the island's sandy beaches, the ruins of an eighth-century church, and a historic Martello tower.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
The Stack
View the massive, sheer-sided rock stack crowded with thousands of nesting gannets and guillemots.
02
The Martello Tower
Climb the grassy hill to view the historic nineteenth-century defensive stone tower.
03
Sandy beaches
Relax on the quiet, pristine sandy shores looking back toward the Howth coastline.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Boat transfers operate daily from the harbor during the summer, depending on weather and sea conditions
- •There are no shops, toilets, or facilities on the island, so pack everything you need and bring back your trash
- •Puffins can often be spotted nesting on the steep cliffs of the island between May and July
