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The Old CourthouseHeritage attraction · 8 ydExplorer Tom The Old Courthouse in Howth, County Dublin, has heard more secrets than a priest. The walls are probably listening right now. Take a picture for me if you pass! Whisper to the bricks.
Howth CourthouseCourt house · 10 ydExplorer Tom Howth Courthouse was originally a worship spot for fishermen before becoming a rent collection office, which is a wild ride. Built in 1868, it has a balcony from a Catholic Church, so it’s basically recycling history. Check out those pilasters!
Howth Tourism Information KioskVisitor information · 61 ydExplorer Tom Howth Tourism Information Kiosk has a map that might be from the Jurassic period. Ask them about whales, they love talking about whales.
Saint Lawrence HotelHotel · 106 ydExplorer Tom Saint Lawrence Hotel in Howth is a seven-bay, two-storey hotel from 1840 that looks like it’s waiting for the Titanic to dock again. The gulls are probably paying rent here. Bring sandwiches, the gulls will thank you.
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The Ready Boat PillarMonument · 181 ydExplorer Tom The Ready Boat Pillar in County Dublin stands there ready for something, probably a boat that never showed up or a pillar that forgot what it was doing, so if you see it waving, just wave back and move on.
IndicatedGraveyard · 344 ydExplorer Tom Graveyard in Howth has a crenellated wall that looks like it’s guarding against dragons or bad parking tickets. It drops thirty feet to the north, which is a bit much for a stroll. Ideal place to rehearse an excuse for being late.
St Mary's AbbeyGraveyard · 348 ydExplorer Tom St Mary's Abbey has seen kings and monks, so it’s bound to be full of dramatic stories. Listen for the echoes of old debates.
Claremont BeachBeach / strand · 373 ydExplorer Tom Claremont Beach in County Dublin shows a sandy shore and breakwater. It’s looking very proper. Tell the breakwater to hold back the tide and let the kids play in peace.
George IV's footstepsMemorial · 538 ydExplorer Tom George IV's footsteps in County Dublin marks where the king actually walked. Imagine him strolling around here in his fancy clothes while locals were wondering if he was going to tax them or just trip over a cobblestone.
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National Transport MuseumMuseum · 785 ydExplorer Tom National Transport Museum in County Dublin has a 1969 Bedford van that used to carry posts and telegraphs. That is ancient history by vehicle standards! Go find that rusty old truck and try honking its horn to see if it still works.
Cliffs of HowthViewpoint · 1428 ydExplorer Tom Cliffs of Howth are seen from the Balscadden Road, which sounds like a place built by people who hate walking. Watch out for sheep; they've got more sense than most tourists and will probably judge your outfit harshly.
Corr CastleCastle, tower house · 1714 ydExplorer Tom Corr Castle in Howth Demesne is a three-storey tower house with a turret that probably has the best view of the garden party. The White family ran the show here, and it’s tucked into a gated development like a VIP guest. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.
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