Skellig Ring Scenic Drive
Skellig Ring Scenic Drive, Portmagee: Hours, Address, Skellig Ring Scenic Drive Reviews: 5/5
Skellig Ring Scenic Drive
Skellig Ring Scenic Drive
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St Finian's Bay
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Skelligs Rock Cruises
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
Geokaun Mountain and Cliffs
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Hiking Trails
Bray Head Loop Walk
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Historic Walking Areas
The Skellig Experience
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Nature & Wildlife Areas • History Museums
Ballinskelligs Beach
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Valentia Lighthouse
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McCarthy Mór Tower House - Ballinskellig Castle
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Ballinskelligs Abbey
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Old Slate Quarry
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CJA
Malta3 contributions
Family
One of the most amazing experiences in Ireland. No one should miss it. Truly one of Ireland’s jewels. Once af the cliffs don’t forget to look back. One can see as far as Carrantouhill. Amazing views of Kerry mountains and lakes.
Written 2 April 2022
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RWWhite
Collierville, TN48 contributions
Best part of the Ring of Kerry. The Kerry Cliffs are the obvious highlight. But we enjoyed time on Valentia Island - including the Bray Head loop and Geokaun Mountain (maybe those are slightly off the Skellig Ring). The Ballinskellig Castle and Abbey were worthy stops too. Just loved the landscape on the drive.
Written 19 September 2021
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shetwood4911
Farranfore, Ireland35 contributions
Couples
Visited this as part of a south Kerry Sunday afternoon drive on 16/05/21,as part of our local lockdown travel experiences,and most definitely a must for everyone to do,and I would recommend to come home via Bollaghasheen,to finish the drive with that extra views
Written 17 May 2021
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Martin M
Galway, Ireland91 contributions
A little bit off the ring of Kerry route. But worth is some lovely villages along the way and some excellent sea views.
Written 22 July 2020
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John n
Bandon, Ireland22 contributions
Family
Very enjoyable drive along a beautiful and historic route.. there are lots of attractions to visit as well as the beach.
Written 20 July 2020
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Four Points Travel
League City, TX122 contributions
We were going to leave this drive out, thinking it was not worth the extra time and we are so happy we changed our minds. We started/ended in Waterville and this was an easy day trip, with lots of time to get out and explore. This is the kind of drive that you stop at every single pull off because the view is even better than the last, allow yourself the time to do this and it will be worth it! The pass is great, panoramic views of one of the most beautiful corners of Ireland. The chocolate factory is a MUST, as are the cliffs, but you will find the part of Ireland here that you can not describe, only experience.
Written 30 May 2020
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david g
Blue Mountains, Canada261 contributions
Couples
This is part of the Ring of Kerry and part of the beautiful scenery and breathtaking coastline of western Ireland. The road can be challenging for North Americans, especially with manual transmission, but it's the best way to see Ireland and this area in particular.
Written 24 February 2020
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Adrian Marano
Buenos Aires, Argentina5,055 contributions
Friends
The road is small but well worth the visit. Just drive and relax, lot of stops to take pictures. If you are in town, don’t hesitate and do it.
Written 3 November 2019
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African Rosie
19 contributions
We stayed on the Skellig Ring while on holiday recently and it was amazing. We were only round the head from Portmagee. There is so much to do and see on this drive, you really should take a day and do this journey.
You have Skellig Michael and Puffin Island and the Skellig Chocolate factory, which is pure heaven for chocolate lovers with free samples! Then you have the awesome Kerry cliffs, the lovely harbour town of Portmagee for lunch. Over the bridge to Valentia Island, the Skellig Experience, Geotauk Mountain and the Bray Head Loop.
So much to do and see, no member of the family, young or old could get bored on this drive.
You have Skellig Michael and Puffin Island and the Skellig Chocolate factory, which is pure heaven for chocolate lovers with free samples! Then you have the awesome Kerry cliffs, the lovely harbour town of Portmagee for lunch. Over the bridge to Valentia Island, the Skellig Experience, Geotauk Mountain and the Bray Head Loop.
So much to do and see, no member of the family, young or old could get bored on this drive.
Written 27 September 2019
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Y K
Toronto, Canada341 contributions
Friends
Very scenic drive but some tough single track roads to navigate through! The skellig chocolate shop was great. Since youre in the area, dont miss out on a skellig Michael landing tour! We were sad we missed out on seeing some wildlife in the ocean.
Written 20 September 2019
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Leobaby1
new york43 contributions
Looks great! Where did you rent bikes?
whalewatcher09
Overland Park, KS451 contributions
you should be able to rent bikes in Knights town- Caseys Cycles
astonehocker
51 contributions
Is there a recommended direction to drive around the Skellig Ring? Clockwise or counter clockwise?
GregMc80
County Kerry, Ireland19 contributions
It seems people take it from whatever direction they're travelling from: from Waterville it would be clockwise, from Cahersiveen it would be counter clockwise. Personally, i'd recommend clockwise. As soon as you turn off the N72 on to the Skellig Ring, Ballinskelligs Bay opens up in front of you, a beautiful view..
Then you have Madeleine Maria Weber Photography Gallery, Reenroe beach, Skellig Pottery, Tig Rosie's Dungeagan, Fermoyle Pottery, Café Cois Trá (Barbara's Café), Ballinskelligs Beach, Bolus Head Loop walk, St. Finian's Bay, Skellig Chocolate Factory, Kerry Cliffs, Portmagee (Cois Cuain Gifts, The Moorings, Fisherman's Bar, Skellig Mist Café), Skellig Boat Trips, cross the bridge to Valentia Island, Skellig Experience Centre, turn left clockwise around the island, Brayed Walk Loop, Geokaun Mountain & Fogher Cliffs, Valentia Ice Cream, Valentia Lighthouse, Glanleam House & Gardens, Knightstown (Valentia Island Caravan & Camping, The Pod Gifts & Café, Boston Bar, Knightstown Café, The Royal Valentia, Valentia Island Sea Sports, The Coffee Dock), Chapelstown (The Ring Lyne), then hop on the ferry across to Renard (The Point Bar/Restaurant)..
Anything else i think off i'll add again here..
astonehocker
51 contributions
I would like to leave the ring of Kerry and take the ferry to Valencia Island and then take the bridge at Portmagee and head south around the Skellig Ring and then connect back with N70 to head to Waterville. Any ideas how long of a drive this is? I know it all depends on how many stops but just trying to figure out drive time and if it's a doable excursion from the ring of Kerry. Thanks for any help!
jaxx77
Croydon, UK108 contributions
Depends how fast you drive. Could do it in 1hr. But take it easy stop in Knightstown for a Guinness. Then stop in portmagee allow 2-3 hrs.
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- Hotels near Skellig Ring Scenic Drive:
- (0.05 km) Beach Cove B&B
- (5.55 km) Shealane Country House
- (4.85 km) Portmagee Heights
- (5.41 km) Carraig Liath House
- (4.81 km) The Moorings Portmagee
- Restaurants near Skellig Ring Scenic Drive:
- (0.43 km) The Puffin Café
- (4.81 km) Bridge Bar The
- (4.81 km) The Moorings Restaurant
- (4.81 km) The Fisherman's Bar
- (13.40 km) The Fertha Bar & Restaurant