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ing double-decker buses, a bakery van, fire engines and trams - most notably a Hill of
Howth electric that operated from 1901 to 1959. To reach the museum, go through the
castle gates and turn right just before the castle.
IRELAND'S EYE
( 01-831 4200; return €12)
A short distance offshore from Howth is Ireland's Eye, a rocky
sea-bird sanctuary with the ruins of a 6th-century monastery. There's a Martello tower at
the northwestern end of the island, where boats from Howth land, while a spectacularly
sheer rock face plummets into the sea at the eastern end. As well as the sea birds over-
head, you can see young birds on the ground during the nesting season. Seals can also be
spotted around the island.
Doyle & Sons
( 01-831 4200; return €14)
takes boats out to the island from the East Pier of
Howth Harbour during the summer, usually on weekend afternoons. Don't wear shorts if
you're planning to visit the monastery ruins because they're surrounded by a thicket of
stinging nettles. And bring your rubbish back with you - far too many island visitors
don't.
BIRD SANCTUARY
