Take your time. Enjoy your surroundings. Unwind, relax, reconnect.
Take an entertaining guided tour, with a local character
Start your day off with a leisurely driver guided tour of the Skellig Coast in the entertaining company of home grown local Muiris Walsh of Iveragh Historical Tours. There will be no shortage of yarns, tales and laughter. Explore the most interesting sites with Muiris on and off the beaten track such as the impressive Cahergal stone ring fort, the unique and fascinating Tetrapod Tracks, plus a visit to Kildreenagh early Christian site with Ogham stone.
Enjoy the breathtaking views, from Valentia Slate Quarry
A visit to Valentia Island would not be complete without calling to the slate quarry to hear stories of the Knights of Kerry and to Foilahamurum bay from where the worlds first transatlantic cable was laid – the beginning of the world wide web of communication
Tour the Skellig Six18 Distillery.
Relax over an amazing lunch
Enjoy a hearty relaxing lunch in one of the Skellig Coast’s many restaurants or pubs. Full of local character (and characters!), you will experience seafood like you’ve never tasted before.
Walk on one of our beaches
Take a long walk, on one of our world famous beaches. all spectacular in their own way and all within easy reach on the Skellig Coast.
Visit Valentia Lighthouse
Experience the Kerry Cliffs
The Kerry Cliffs outside Portmagee village, are the tallest sea cliffs in Ireland which can boast the most amazing 360 degree views taking in the Skelligs, Puffin Island, Valentia Island, Valentia Harbour and Knocknaskereighta Mountain. Regardless of where you turn, one view will be as memorable as the next.
Explore our local shops, craft stores and salons
The Skellig Coast boasts a wide range beautiful craft stores, shops and pampering salons.
Chat about it all, over dinner
World class seafood, breathtaking views, wonderful hosts and company. There is no better place in Ireland, to finish a great day, with a great meal.
