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Dublin Bay

Step onto our boat on the River Liffer and discover Dublin Bay like never before.

Experience a one-of-a-kind view of the Dublin Port from the water, before heading out onto Dublin Bay.

The tour then takes you down to south to Scotman’s Bay and Dalkey Sound. Past the quaint fishing harbours of Bullock and Coliemore. Soak in the salty sea air, and keep an eye out for local wildlife, spot the seals basking in the sun on Dalkey island.

This scenic sea journey exclusively for Knowledge Summit Dublin Attendees is the perfect way to connect with nature and make lasting memories.

What To Bring

We’ll provide waterproof outer gear – just come dressed in:
  • check icon Warm base layers
  • check icon Footwear with good grip
  • check icon A woolly hat for cooler days
  • check icon Sunglasses to protect you from the sun's rays

FAQ

What type of boat do you use

We have a fleet of 4 licensed passenger RIBS (Rigid Inflatable Boats) ranging from 5 to 12 seaters. RIBS are ideally suited for all sea conditions making your tour as comfortable as possible.

How long does the tour last

1.5 hours

What do I wear

We’ll provide waterproof outer gear, a jacket and trousers– Just come dressed in the following:

  • Warm base layers
  • Footwear with good grip
  • A woolly hat for cooler days
  • Sunglasses to protect you from the sun's rays
Where do the tours depart from

This tour departs from the Sir John Rogerson's Quay, just beside the JP Morgran Building.

Is there parking

Yes there is parking along the West Pier, please note it is metered.

What is the nearest DART Station

Grand Canal Dock

What happens if the weather is bad

Safety comes first. If the weather isn’t suitable we’ll offer a full refund.

Do you offer refunds or rescheduling if I can’t make it

We need 24 hours notice if you wish to cancel as our boats and skippers will be ready to go. But we’ll do our best to reschedule your booking.

What age do you have to be

We hate leaving out anybody and welcome children from the age of 4, please note all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

How do I book

Online via our website

Do I need to book in advance

Yes, we advise booking in advance as places are limited especially when the weather is good!

What payment method do you accept

All major credit and debit cards, group bookings can be invoiced and paid by bank transfer

Are group bookings available

Yes groups are welcome, get on board to celebrate birthdays, stags, hens, promotions, weddings, divorces!

Do you offer private or custom tours

Yes we offer private tours. We’ve done it all, from wedding proposals, to scattering your loved one’s ashes, we’ll make your event special and create lasting memories.

Do tours take place all year around

Yes we operate all year around but like us our boats need a rest too. We take them out of the water during November and get them ready for our Winter Lights tours at Christmas.

Booking Summary

Duration

1.5 hours

Price

€35 Per Person

Meeting Point

Sir John Rogerson's Quay

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What Our Visitor Says

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Brian K
August 18, 2025
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Amazing tour of Dublin Bay with Heather, our guide for the day Wonderful tour of Dublin Bay with a super engaging, fun and kind guide, Heather. Perfect weather and day - couldn’t ask for better! Highly recommend this boat tour and getting to experience Dublin from the sea
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MunsterMaeve
August 1, 2025
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Fabulous experience Fabulous experience, captain was great, with lots of interesting stories. It was beautiful to see the coast from the sea. Kids loved it too.
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barrakelly
July 10, 2025
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Wednesday Evening Cruise Comfy padded seats on the slow cruise around the inner harbour with live historical commentary. Boat speeds up once out of the harbour en route to Dalkey Island. Seal sightings almost guaranteed. We had great weather and calm seas, but that's the luck of the draw! Nice activity. 90 minutes all in including safety briefing and returning of life jackets to the HQ
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tara b
July 10, 2025
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Summer evenings We had a wonderful summer’s evening with Dublin Boat Tours, lucky to catch the good weather. Departing from Dun Laoghaire, we cruised along the stunning coastline, taking in views of the 40 Foot, Dalkey Island, and more — all from the comfort of a lovely boat. It was great to see the area so lively and full of energy on a warm evening. Our skipper, Heather, was incredibly friendly and made everyone feel safe and welcome. A peaceful, scenic way to spend a few hours by the sea. Highly recommend it for locals and visitors alike — a real gem!
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Liene P
July 1, 2025
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Amazing Insider Experience of Dun Laoghaire waters If you had a Sailing boat or a jet ski - you would have the same experience as when touring on a Dublin Bay boat trip! You would enjoy all the must see areas from a boat -plus jump on splashing waves as if you were on a jet ski. The boat skipper really loves his job, and the receptionist is extremely nice and helpfull, too.
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Rebecca Louise R
June 22, 2025
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Unforgettable experience on the sea We had a wonderful experience on a beautiful sunny day with our guide Heather. We learned a lot about the area of dun Laoghaire and beyond and some historical information about some of the buildings and islands along the way. We highly recommend this tour. Was very good value as well.
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Akesh G
May 19, 2025
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Dublin Boat Tour honest feedback One of the best boat rides I've been on in Ireland (and trust me when I say this because I've been on many). Our skipper, Kenny, was a thorough expert man who gave us all the information about different islands and nature around. We did see several seals and he took us as close as possible to them (while fully respecting the marine animal). Overall, I still can't stop being in awe of the trip that day.Last but not the least, while I wouldn't advise carrying too much stuff as the boat is an RIB, there is space to keep your stuff and a cafe with toilet facilities as well. It's Ireland, and I fully trust the Irish, so didn't ask if they had lockers for keeping my bag (found it just the way I'd left).
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NorthStar60153100032
May 5, 2025
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Excellent It was a really good thrilling experience. Must recommended for sea lovers. Will be definitely visiting once again for this experience.
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Toni G
February 23, 2025
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Different from the norm. Highly recommend! Organised and very friendly staff. The experience itself was fun and insightful. It helped that the weather was great and got to see lots of seals. Igor given a gift card which I decided to use last minute and glad I did. Would recommend if visiting Dublin.
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Zainab A
December 29, 2024
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Phenomenal! It’s was a wonderful trip . Surreal! The views the crew everything was amazing! I’d definitely recommend it to my friends and family!
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