Jim B.United States
Mydie was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She went out of her way to make us feel welcome and to tayler our tour to what we wanted to see and learn. W would highly recommend Mydie for any tour in and around Dublin.
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Private tour in Dublin Mydie K
Malahide Castle & Howth Village Tour from Dublin
4.9
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5 hours
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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Mydie K.
4.8
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Hi, My name is Mydie and I am a born and bred Dubliner. I've lived here all my life and know the city and surrounding counties like the back of my hand. Dublin is situated in a great location right beside the sea and only a few miles from beautiful countryside which I know very well from many years of going there with my now grown up 3 children. I have always had a love of the outdoors and the history of different places. That of course with my love for people and chatting with them made me decide to become a tour guide 10 years ago so I would never have to work again. I can adjust any tour to your liking but here is a general view of some of my tours: 1. Wicklow tour. Pick up at hotel/cruise ship, drive through south Dublin City and out along scenic South Coast stopping along the way. Choose between visiting historic wicklow jail or the world famous Powerscourt Gardens. Then on to the 6th century monastic site of Glendelough in the valley of 2 lakes after exploring its back on the road over the hauntingly beautiful Sally's gap and Glenmacnaas waterfall to Dublin. 2. Pick up at hotel/cruise ship. Drive to trim castle in Co. Meath after exploring its onto Hill of Tara and the neolithic tombs at Newgrange. Then passing the site of the famous Battle of the Boyne its onto the monastic site of Monasterboice and then drive back to Dublin. 3. Walking tour of Dublin. Pick up at hotel/cruise ship. We will walk through the city of Dublin, passing so many famous and not so famous places like trinity college, St Patricks cathedral, Dublin Castle to name a few. Along the way we will stop to eat fish and chips at Irelands oldest chipper, homemade ice-cream at Murphys and finish of at a pub for a well deserved Guinness or Irish whiskey. So, why not come on a tour with me and we will have a great day out! Fully insured licensed driver None
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Explore Malahide Castle and fishing village Howth on a private tour
Overview of your Dublin tour
Discover the beauty of the Irish coast by touring the North Bay of Dublin. Visit the castle and garden in Malahide and enjoy a stroll in Howth fishermen's village with free time to try the traditional fish and chips. Take a tour inside Malahide castle and enjoy some free time to explore its gardens at your own pace. This castle was owned by the same family, the Talbot, for 800 years. Hear the ghost stories that are associated with its walls and corridors. It dates from the 11th century and was enlarged and restored at the time of Georgian splendour. En route, marvel at pretty villages like Malahide, parks like St Anne's, and beaches like Portmarnock. Take an walk from Howth's Summit cliff to the village to enjoy breath-taking views of Dublin bay and the Wicklow mountains. In the fishermen's harbor of Howth, you'll have the chance to see seals swimming and begging for food from the boats!
Recent Reviews
Vicki G.United States
Mydie provided exactly the Dublin experience we were hoping for. With only a limited amount of time during a layover, she created the perfect balance of history, local culture, beautiful sights, and a relaxed pace. Her knowledge was exceptional, but it was her warmth, flexibility, and genuine passion for Dublin that made the day memorable. We left feeling like we had experienced the city rather than simply checked off attractions. Highly recommended!
Marian N.United States
We had a wonderful day with Mydie as our tour guide. She is very knowledgeable and kept us intrigued for the whole tour. Our group of four varied in ages from grandchild to grand parents. Mydie was very flexible and we never felt pressured to race. Thank you!
Annie S.United States
Mydie was wonderful and really knew the areas we visited and was very informative about all things “ Ireland “. We were lucky to have her as our guide for the day and highly recommend her!
Arthur H.United States
We had a lovely experience with Mydie as our guide. She was not only our driver but also very knowledgeable about Ireland and the different areas we passed. She shared insights and history that made the drive engaging and enjoyable. Unfortunately, due to a prior scheduling conflict, we weren’t able to take the full tour with her, and our time inside Malahide Castle was spent with a much larger group of about 35 people. This limited our ability to hear the castle guide and have the intimate experience we had hoped for. That said, Mydie was flexible, gracious, and gave us the freedom to enjoy the castle at our own pace. Overall, she was a wonderful guide and we highly recommend her
Julie V.United States
Mydie was punctual, collaborative, and attentive to our unique requests. She is very knowledgable about the history of Ireland and also current life style and events. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her visiting Malahide Castle, Howth, and Dublin with her as our private guide.
Your Dublin tour itinerary
Our itinerary will be as follows; - Pick up at hotel/ accommodation. - Drive to the castle and gardens of Malahide, which takes about 40 minutes. - We will spend roughly an hour at the castle. Please note: an on-site guide at the castle will show you around. - Afterwards, it takes around 50 minutes to travel from Malahide to the fishing village of Howth. - You can eat fish and chips there (included in the tour price). We will spend approximately an hour in Howth. - At the end of the day it takes us roughly 40 minutes to get back to Dublin. Please note this tour can be customised. Use the 'message guide' button to contact me for a customised tour.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan
We will drive in my fully insured clean comfortable hyundai 140.i can accommodate 4 medium sized adults.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Entry to Malahide Castle is 15 Euro per person.
- Fish and chips in Howth is 20 Euro per person, depending on what you order.
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Meeting location
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
History
Night
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
1095459
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.9
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Who is this private tour in Dublin best suited for?
This private tour in Dublin is perfect for travellers who want to explore the Irish coast with a local guide. It's ideal for those interested in history, as you'll visit the historic Malahide Castle, and for nature lovers who will enjoy the scenic views from Howth's Summit cliff. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and involves minimal walking.
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5 hours
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