Christmas · Balbriggan
Dublin’s coast. A different perspective.
FINGAL / IRELANDFind your north.
Sea air. Castle gardens. One more stop along the way.
Go a little further into Fingal.
A place to beginHowth, along the cliffs.
↗Howth photograph: Christian David / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized and cropped for display.
The discovery index
Good days
start somewhere.
Pick a starting point.
Leave room for the unexpected.
01 / Coast & outdoorsA fresh view of Sutton.
Sea views and a change of pace.
A fresh view of Sutton.
Sea views and a change of pace.
Start with the shoreline and a view of the Martello tower. Make time for a wander, then choose a nearby spot for something to eat. Keep the day as simple as that.
Explore Sutton Keep exploring around Howth →
02 / Castles & gardensMake time for Malahide.
A castle. A garden. A little curiosity.
Make time for Malahide.
A castle. A garden. A little curiosity.
Let Malahide Castle and its gardens be your starting point, then give yourself time to explore the village and marina. Check admission and opening times before your castle visit.
Explore Malahide Find a local food stop →
03 / Towns & local lifeSettle into Skerries.
Milling heritage. A seaside wander.
Settle into Skerries.
Milling heritage. A seaside wander.
Put Skerries Mills on your list, leave time for the seafront, and make lunch part of the plan. Check the Mills’ opening times and tour availability before you set off.
Explore Skerries See what’s on nearby →
04 / Cliffs & coastFollow the coast to Howth.
A lighthouse. Sea air. One more stop.
Follow the coast to Howth.
A lighthouse. Sea air. One more stop.
Take in Baily Lighthouse from the coastal paths, explore the village and make time for a local food stop. Follow your curiosity around Howth, then check current visitor information before heading further along the coast.
Explore Howth Find a Howth food stop →What’s on in Fingal
Good plans.
Great memories.
From a night at the theatre to a little seasonal magic. Make time for something you’ll talk about.
Explore all 48 events ↗The Lark / organiser
Art & exhibitions · Malahide
Malahide Castle & Gardens – Art Exhibition ‘Thinning the Veil’
Selected dates: 29 August 2026, 5:00pm - 23 November 2026, 6:00pmDiscover this event
Heritage & outdoors · Howth
Howth Foraging – World of Fungi
Selected dates: 12 September 2026, 12:00pm - 19 December 2026, 3:30pmDiscover this eventUntil 15 NovExplore Fingal / organiser
Heritage & outdoorsHowth
Howth Foraging – Introduction to Wild Mushrooms
Selected dates: 27 September 2026, 12:30pm - 15 November 2026, 2:00pm
Dandelion 16, Main St Howth, Co. Dublin D13 A0T2
Until 08 DecDraíocht / organiser
Talks & communityBlanchardstown
Primary School Guided Tours - Young & Curious
Selected dates, 02 Nov–08 Dec 2026
Draíocht, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15
Until 29 DecExplore Fingal / organiser
ChristmasMalahide
Malahide Castle – Wonderlights
Selected dates: 12 November 2026, 5:00pm - 29 December 2026, 6:45pm
Malahide Castle and Gardens
Dates and availability can change. Check the organiser’s programme before you go.
Stay a little longer
A stay worth
making time for.
Coastal escapes, spa time and a village weekend. Start with three of our featured hotels.
Explore all places to stay
Coastal escape Portmarnock
Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links
Beachside rooms, spa time and the Jameson Golf Links on the Velvet Strand.
- Beach
- Spa
- Golf
Spa & country retreat Castleknock
Castleknock Hotel & Country Club
A countryside setting with a spa, swimming pool and golf, close to Phoenix Park.
- Spa
- Pool
- Golf
Village & waterfront Malahide
The Grand Hotel
A coastal village base with dining and the Arena Health Club, including a swimming pool.
- Village
- Pool
- Dining
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