3 Amazing Day Trips from Dublin | Killiney, Wicklow & Howth (Travel Guide)

If you watched my first Dublin travel guide, welcome back! As promised, my nephew returned for another visit—this time to discover the incredible nature and scenery just outside the city. If you haven’t seen the first video yet, don’t worry! This adventure works perfectly as a standalone guide and might even inspire you to add a few extra days to your Dublin itinerary. Over three days, we explored some of the most beautiful places around Dublin, from panoramic hilltops and enchanted forests to dramatic sea cliffs and one of Ireland’s most famous traditional pubs. 🍀 In this video you’ll discover: 📍 Killiney Hill – one of the best viewpoints overlooking Dublin Bay. 🌲 Ballinastoe Woods – the famous pine forest boardwalk in the Wicklow Mountains National Park. 🏔️ Lough Tay (Guinness Lake) – one of Ireland’s most iconic mountain views. 🍺 Johnnie Fox’s Pub – Ireland’s highest pub, full of history, live music and traditional Irish food. 🌊 Howth – a charming historic fishing village with one of the country’s most spectacular coastal walks. 🥾 We also share our experience hiking the Howth Cliff Walk, including views of the Baily Lighthouse, Ireland’s Eye and the stunning Dublin coastline. 🐶 Travelling with a dog? We also let you know which places are pet-friendly and share a few tips from our own experience. Whether you’re visiting Dublin for a long weekend or looking for easy day trips from the city, these locations are perfect for experiencing Ireland’s incredible landscapes, history and culture. If you enjoyed the video, don’t forget to like, subscribe and leave a comment—it really helps support the channel and lets me know what destinations you’d like to see next. Thanks so much for watching, and I’ll see you in the next adventure! 🇮🇪