Kerry Cliffs, Portmagee: Address, Phone Number, Kerry Cliffs Reviews: 4.5/5
Kerry Cliffs
Kerry Cliffs
4.5
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Kerry Cliffs. Kerry Cliffs are widely accepted as the most spectacular cliffs in Kerry. The cliffs stand over 1000ft above the wild Atlantic and were formed in a desert environment 400 million years ago. Out to the west stand the amazing Skellig Rocks one of only three UNESCO world heritage sites in Ireland. Of course the Kerry Cliffs are the closest viewing point to the great rocks and also the famous Puffin Island. Allied with these facts as you stand at the summit of this mystical place and breath in the freshest of air, deep in to your lungs from the wild Atlantic and observe this natural wonder. You can relax and unwind and observe the majestic views from here which reach out for 30 miles of the surrounding areas. Many Twitchers come here to us to enjoy and observe the thriving colonies of cliff birds. Our cliffs here in Portmagee provide you the opportunity to enjoy this spectacular location in a safe and natural environment. We are located just off the Skellig ring in Portmagee and the cliffs are just a 10 minute walk from our entrance. Also for good measure we have a coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating where you can drink in this marvelous panorama. We can also arrange Boat Trips to Skellig Michael for you.
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Emily
8 contributions
Breathtaking Views
Oct 2020
Breath taking views! The cliffs were more impressive than imaged and well worth the entrance fee. There is a nice path along the edge which gives you views from multiple angles.
Written 7 October 2020
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Marie
6 contributions
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Oct 2020 • Friends
The cliffs are really worth a visit. They are really spectacular. The view of the skellig islands from there is amazing
Written 3 October 2020
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Lkeating01
97 contributions
Absolutely breathtaking
Sep 2020 • Family
Highly recommend making the effort to go here! It’s absolutely stunning!! Make sure to get a hot chocolate or coffee afterwards!
Written 19 September 2020
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Jenna M
Belfast, UK117 contributions
"Kerry's most spectacular cliffs!"
Sep 2020
We weren't planning on visiting, but a couple of locals really really recommended it to us, claiming they are "even better than the Cliffs of Moher!" I've never been to the cliffs of Moher but these were very impressive. We were at Slieve Lieag cliffs just a couple of weeks ago and these were at least that impressive!!
The access is great, really well maintained, with lots of interesting info on the cliffs, surrounding area, local birdlife and of course the Skelligs!
Definitely well worth a visit if you are driving past. Very glad we did.
The access is great, really well maintained, with lots of interesting info on the cliffs, surrounding area, local birdlife and of course the Skelligs!
Definitely well worth a visit if you are driving past. Very glad we did.
Written 10 September 2020
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ZMurphy92
Ireland66 contributions
Beautiful views
Sep 2020 • Couples
The views are incredible, you will spend about 45 minutes up there. It's all fenced off so safe for kids and dogs.
Written 9 September 2020
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Dermot J
Dublin, Ireland83 contributions
Spectacular Views
Sep 2020
Spend €4 and see spectacular views from the Kerry cliffs, fantastic views on a clear day of the Skelligs . There is a coffee dock serving food and beverages also very clean toilets. Well worth the entrance fee !!!
Written 4 September 2020
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Lucy5050
Limerick, Ireland118 contributions
Fantastic
Aug 2020 • Couples
This is a must if your anywhere in Kerry . Very well maintained car park and toilets and a coffee /snack bar as well. 5 min drive from portmagee.
The walks are very well maintained and safe and worth every penny of €4. The owner of the land has done a great job and deserves great credit and support.. The Cliffs are fantastic with amazing views on a clear day for miles around. We had a brilliant sunny day and the view of Skelligs was amazing. This is A hidden gem. The whole Area is beautiful. Also take in Valentia Island absolutely fabulous.
The walks are very well maintained and safe and worth every penny of €4. The owner of the land has done a great job and deserves great credit and support.. The Cliffs are fantastic with amazing views on a clear day for miles around. We had a brilliant sunny day and the view of Skelligs was amazing. This is A hidden gem. The whole Area is beautiful. Also take in Valentia Island absolutely fabulous.
Written 30 August 2020
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Wainsfort
Dublin, Ireland20 contributions
Excellent place to visit
Aug 2020
The views are incredible.
Some reviewers complain about having to pay a mere €4 admission fee. But, this place was built and is maintained by the owner of the land. Why do people expect everything to be free?
Good toilets.
Nice coffee shop.
(the man at the ticket office seemed to be having an off day when we visited, but i suppose we are all entitled to that once in a while.)
Some reviewers complain about having to pay a mere €4 admission fee. But, this place was built and is maintained by the owner of the land. Why do people expect everything to be free?
Good toilets.
Nice coffee shop.
(the man at the ticket office seemed to be having an off day when we visited, but i suppose we are all entitled to that once in a while.)
Written 27 August 2020
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Elaine Mac
County Limerick, Ireland71 contributions
Amazing Scenery
Aug 2020 • Friends
The Kerry Cliffs are a must if visiting Portmagee or Valentia Island! Bit of a walk, but well worth it for the view. €4.00 entry, but worth every penny........
Written 23 August 2020
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sswed819
Boston, MA24 contributions
Beautiful!
Aug 2020 • Family
Really wonderful views of the cliffs and of Skellig Michael and Puffin Island. Worth the €10. Highly recommend.
Written 20 August 2020
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marcusjj
Klamath Falls, OR18 contributions
Between the Kerry Cliff and Kilkee Cliffs, which would have an easier or shorter walk from parking to see anything? Some in my group cannot do much walking but if that is the only way to see them, we may have to skip. Thanks
Curious_Chemist
Connecticut195 contributions
You are going to want to visit Kilkee if you are limited on walking. There are two really good viewing spots and one of them is in the parking lot itself and the other likely off limits to you due to a hike on uneven ground. My wife and I were rather happy for the parking lot view as it was pouring while we were there, but we could easily see the view in the car.
At the Kerry cliffs, the viewing spots require rather steep walks that were hard on my wife's ankle.
