Culture and Attractions
- Cooking Classes
- Howth Castle Cookery School
- Must-See Landmarks
- Howth Head, Baily Lighthouse, Howth Harbour
- Museums & Art Venues
- Ye Olde Hurdy Gurdy Museum of Vintage Radio
- Historical Sites
- Howth Castle (800 years old), St. Mary's Abbey ruins
- Religious Sites
- Church of the Assumption, St. Mary's Abbey
- Annual Events
- Dublin Bay Prawn Festival (March/April)
- Cultural Districts
- The West Pier (Fishing heritage district)
- Theater Venues
- The Abbey Tavern (Traditional Irish Seisiún/Shows)
- Local Markets
- Howth Market (Weekends at the Harbour)
- Music Scene
- Live Trad music at The Harbour Bar or The Abbey Tavern
- Street Art
- Murals at the Harbour and surrounding sea walls
- Art Galleries
- Howth Prints, various local galleries near the Pier
- Historic Buildings
- Howth Castle, Martello Tower (Radio Museum)
- Local Heritage
- Maritime and fishing heritage center of Fingal
Essentials
- City
- Howth, Dublin 13, Republic of Ireland
- Population
- Approximately 8,500
- Internet Speed
- Average 100-500 Mbps via Virgin Media or SIRO fiber
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: AIB, Bank of Ireland
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK/Ireland standard)
- SIM Card
- Vodafone, Three, Eir (approx. €20 for 28-day unlimited data prepay)
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut (widely used), N26, Wise
- Accommodation
- The King Sitric, Gleann-na-Smol, and boutique Airbnbs
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Rent.ie, Daft.ie (Average €2,500 - €3,500/month)
- Budget Accommodation
- None in Howth; nearest is Marine Hotel Sutton or Dublin City hostels
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Howth Harbour & Village area for proximity to restaurants
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Upper Cliff area or near Thormanby Road for quiet environments
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- None in Howth; nearest is Huckletree D2 or Glandore Dublin (25 mins by DART)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Bodega Coffee (Harbour Rd) or Póg (The West Pier)
- Networking Events
- Howth Chamber of Commerce events or Dublin Tech Meetups (City Centre)
- Social Events for Expats
- Howth Hiking Groups on Meetup.com, Howth Yacht Club social nights
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Free Now, Uber (Taxis only)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- BleeperBike (stationless), Howth Rent-a-Bike (€25/day)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Claremont Beach or Burrow Beach (Sutton)
- Top Regional Airline
- Aer Lingus (Dublin Airport, 20 mins away)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair, United, Emirates
- Highway Access
- Accessible via N31 and M50 motorway via Malahide Rd
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Howth DART Station (Direct link to Dublin Pearse/Connolly)
- Public Transport Passes
- Leap Card (€2-€3 per trip; capped weekly at €32)
- Regional Travel
- DART Train to Dublin City; 31/31a Bus to city center
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Beaumont Hospital (approx. 15-20 min drive)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- The Yoga Hub (nearby Castleknock or Dublin) or local sessions at Howth Sea Scouts Hall
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Howth Celtic Fitness or Fitness Dock (Sutton)
- Laundry Services
- Sutton Cross Dry Cleaners
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- JustEat, Deliveroo, UberEats
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Howth Seafood Chowder at Beshoff Bros or King Sitric
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- The House (Main St), Póg (Vegan Pancakes)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Gino's Gelato, The Doghouse Blues Tearooms
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- SuperValu Sutton Cross, Howth Market (Weekends)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.co.uk (Irish delivery), Tesco.ie
- Grocery Delivery
- Tesco, SuperValu, Buymie
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- The Abbey Tavern, The Summit Inn
- Local Brewery
- Hope Beer (strictly nearby in Baldoyle/Howth Junction)
- Wine Bars
- The Wine Cellar at Wrights of Howth
- Street Food Stalls
- Howth Market (Sat/Sun) - Churros, Paella, Falafel
- Popular International Cuisine
- Mamó (Contemporary European), Okra Green (Pakistani/Indian)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Ireland's Eye (Island via boat), Howth Cliff Walk
- National Parks Nearby
- Wicklow Mountains National Park (45 mins drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Howth Cliff Path Loop (12km), Bog of the Frogs trail
- Scenic Viewpoints
- The Summit, Ben of Howth
- Birdwatching Locations
- Ireland's Eye bird sanctuary (Puffins, Gannets)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Strictly prohibited on cliffs/beaches; use designated BBQs at Sutton
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- An Post Howth (Main St), DHL, DPD Ireland
- Tech Repair Services
- Right-Click (Dublin City) or local mobile repairs in Sutton
- Table Tennis Spots
- Howth Community Centre
- Language Classes
- Atlas Language School (Dublin City Centre)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Howth Library (Main St)
- Community Centers
- Howth Community Centre
- Gaming Lounges
- None in Howth; Token (Smithfield, Dublin)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Fitzwilliam Card Club (Dublin City Centre)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €8,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €340,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €6,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €260,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €7,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €468,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €6,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €360,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €7,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €600,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €5,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €464,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 12.5% (Trading income), 15% (for large multinationals)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% (Standard rate)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents/domiciled
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 40%
- VAT
- 23% standard rate
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned strict rules
- Property Tax
- Local Property Tax (LPT) based on market value bands
- Property Transaction Tax
- Stamp Duty: 1% up to €1m, 2% above
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- SARP (Special Assignee Relief Programme) for high earners, no specific nomad visa yet