The Book of the Skelligs
On December 9th 2022, we were delighted to launch "The Book of The Skelligs" here at The Skellig Experience Visitor Centre. The night kicked off with some fantastic music and we then heard from some guest speakers including John Sheehan,
Visiting Skellig Michael – Top Tips
Are you planning a trip to Skellig Michael? Visiting Skellig Michael is the trip of a lifetime! We have compiled a list of our top tips to help prepare you for your trip. Book in Advance The most important thing to remember
Skellig Myths & Legends
Skellig Michael is located 8 miles off the island of Valentia, in South West Ireland. Skellig Michael is known for its rugged beauty. The island has been the centre of many stories, Irish fairy tales, myths and legends throughout the
Atlantic Puffins
The Puffins return to the Skellig Islands each year during the month of April. These beautiful birds are recognised by their bright orange beaks, white underparts and black back. The birds are also known as "Sea Parrots" or "Clowns of
Family Friendly Activities in County Kerry
There is an abundance of family friendly activities to enjoy during your time in Kerry. The Skellig Coast offers a wide range of fun things to do with the kids. Below are some of our must do activities when staying
Skellig Michael Boat Trips
It’s that time of year again. 2022 has officially begun and people are beginning to make their holiday plans! Everyone is organizing their Summer holidays - looking for fresh new places to visit, activities to explore and trying to choose
Discover the Skellig Coast
The Skellig Coast is in the far west tip of the Iveragh Peninsula and it is enriched with history, cultural landscapes, and heritage. It is characterized by its sea and coastline scenery- “Where the mountains meet the ocean”. The Skellig
New Year’s Celebration Portmagee
Portmagee is renowned for its traditional New Years celebrations. People travel from all over the world to spend New Years eve in the rural fishing village located just off the Ring of Kerry. All the locals gather to celebrate with
Star Wars set their sights on Skelligs
When news first broke that the cast and crew of Star Wars would be travelling to the remote Island of Skellig Michael to film scenes for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” there was a lot of mixed reactions. For a
