Explore Valentia
Activities
Check out our Interactive map and discover the island’s highlights. If you are staying for one day or for a couple of weeks, make the most of it! Here are a few amazing places that will mark your memories forever:
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"Eighth Wonder" - Transatlantic Cable Station
The birthplace of modern communication
Bray Head Tower
A signature point on the Wild Atlantic Way with spectacular views over Skellig Islands
Tetrapod Trackway
365 million years old fossilised footprints
Valentia Bee Beds
Reconnect with Nature
Valentia Island Heritage Centre and Tourist Information
An insight into the history and heritage of Valentia Island
Some visitors to Valentia like doing a lot, an awful lot…
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Some visitors to Valentia like doing a lot, an awful lot…
We are researching the reasons for that at the moment (Some of us prefer to watch than to participate). But, here is the good news: Because of the position of that other Island to the east (Ireland) protecting us from any surges in the North Sea or the Bay of Biscay, and the sturdy high cliffs at the back of Valentia we have an idyllic setting for Sailing, Fishing, Kayaking, Diving, Coasteering, and on land we have cycling, walking, rock climbing and there are world-renowned golf courses within easy reach.
Click on the banners below for details. Families will love the range of activities, especially for kids, and the kids within us.
A Sense of Place
A Sense of Place offers bespoke historical tours in Valentia and elsewhere in South Kerry.
South Kerry Cycles
Embark on an eco-friendly exploration of South Kerry with our diverse range of self-guided bike rental tours, now featuring electric and hybrid bicycles.
Nature Walks
Valentia’s stunning wildlife in the air, land and sea is a major draw for visitors and locals. Seabird populations in summer are huge and many people have their first glimpse of puffins. The world record for a tourist...
Beachcombing
Barnacle – Garbhan carriage coiteann Have you ever seen cone-shaped shells on the rocks along the shore? Tiny animals called barnacles live underneath these shells. They are related to crabs & like to attach themselves to rocks or...
Birdwatching
Clough - Cag Cosdearg - All year round A special bird – Red bill, Red Legs and Red Listed! Red listed birds are those that have suffered a 50% population decrease in the last twenty-five years in Ireland....
Explore the Atlantic Coast with Experts
Boat Tours
See for yourself the wonders of nature and the outstanding natural beauty of this very special place.
Explore Valentia Harbour or visit Skellig Michael, a unique and truly captivating experience.
Your safety and comfort will be our priority and we will endeavour to provide you with memories of the trip that you will treasure forever.
Valentia Island Car Ferry
From Cahersiveen, it cuts the road trip by a good 30 minutes if you were driving from Renard Point to Knightstown.
Kerry Aqua Terra, Knightstown, Valentia Island
Guided Boat Tours | UNESCO World Heritage Site Visit | Group Adventures | Archaeological Sites
Skellig Coast Adventures - Valentia Island
Skellig Landing Tour - Portmagee Marina 8:30am-9:30am / Skellig Eco Tour - Portmagee Marina 2:00pm-3:00pm
Skellig Rock Cruises - Valentia Island
Skelligs's Landing Tour - Portmagee Marina 9:00am / Skelligs's Eco Tour - Multiple departure times dependant on sea conditions
