
Boat trip50 min – 2 hours
Ireland's Eye Ferry & Cruise
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About
Family-run Ireland's Eye Ferries runs cliff cruises and sunset cruises around Ireland's Eye, with views of seal colonies, seabirds, and caves. Its boats do not land on the island; the landing ferry is run by Howth Cliff Cruises from the same West Pier, April to late September. TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2024.
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Highlights
- ✓Seal colonies
- ✓Puffins (Apr–Jul)
- ✓Sea caves
Tips
- →Book in advance in summer
- →Bring binoculars for birdwatching
- →To land on the island, book the Howth Cliff Cruises ferry at howthcliffcruises.ie; landings run April to late September
Best Season
SpringSummer
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