Slow Saturdays on Valentia Island 💙🍂
Fresh Atlantic air, beautiful views and no need to rush.
Call into The Skellig Experience for the exhibition, a warming lunch or a browse around the gift shop. 🌊☕
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34 years ago, The Skellig Experience opened its doors, and John and Kathleen met that very same day! 💙
This weekend, they’re still here, celebrating 30 years of marriage. ❤️
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Christmas shopping is better with cake! 🎄🍰
Mince pies, brownies, apple crumble, hot chocolate and mulled wine are on the menu for our Christmas Markets on 13 & 20 December. ☕🎁
📍 Valentia Island
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A little Irish blessing for the Christmas tree ☘️🎄
A lovely keepsake from Kerry, or a thoughtful gift for someone spending Christmas away from home. A little piece of Ireland to treasure year after year. 💚
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A little Irish charm for the Christmas tree 🎄☘️
Our Irish Snowman Christmas Decoration is €7.75 and available from our online shop — perfect as a keepsake, stocking filler or little piece of Ireland for someone abroad. 💚
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Autumn lunch with a harbour view? 💙🍂
Locals are always welcome to call in for something warm, a coffee or a catch-up — no exhibition ticket or boat trip needed.
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Christmas is coming to The Skellig Experience… 🎄
We’re planning a festive December weekend with local makers, treats and family fun.
Local maker, crafter or producer? Interested in joining us? Send us a message for more information. 🎁
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Boat season may be over, but the Skellig story continues 💙🌊
Discover Skellig Michael from dry land through our film and exhibition, then stay for lunch or coffee overlooking the harbour.
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Autumn hours from Saturday 3 October 🍂
🏛️ Centre: 10am–4:30pm
🎟️ Last admission: 3:45pm
☕ Restaurant closes: 3:30pm
Still plenty of time for the exhibition, film and lunch with a harbour view 💙
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Landing season may be over, but there’s still plenty to discover 💙
Explore the history, monastery, wildlife and remarkable stories of Skellig Michael through our film and exhibition at the Visitor Centre.
No boat needed. 🌊
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Landing season is over, but you can still experience the Skelligs 💙
Discover Skellig Michael’s history, wildlife and extraordinary stories through our film and exhibition — then stay for lunch or coffee.
#SkelligMichael #ValentiaIsland #TheSkelligExperience
Landing season may be over, but the Skellig story isn’t. 💙
Experience Skellig Michael from dry land with our film and exhibition, discovering the island’s history, wildlife and remarkable stories.
Then stay for lunch or coffee. 🧡
#TheSkelligExperience #SkelligMichael
Visiting from overseas? 🌍💙
Our exhibition has a virtual flipbook in French, Italian, Spanish and German. Scan the QR code after purchasing your ticket and follow the Skellig story as you explore.
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Autumn day out on Valentia? 💙🍂
Watch our Skellig Experience film, explore the exhibition, enjoy the harbour views, then stay for lunch or coffee.
#TheSkelligExperience #ValentiaIsland #DiscoverKerry
Landing season is nearly over 💙
There are still some Skellig Michael spaces remaining before the 2026 season ends, weather permitting.
If it’s still on your list, now’s the time to check availability.
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A heartbreaking part of Skellig history 💙
Patrick and William Callaghan, sons of a lighthouse keeper, died on Skellig Michael aged just 2 and 4. Their story later inspired June O’Sullivan’s The Lighthouse Keeper’s Wife, available in our Visitor Centre. 📖
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No landing ticket? You can still see the Skelligs 💙🌊
Our Skellig Cruise takes you around Skellig Michael and Little Skellig for dramatic views, wildlife and Atlantic scenery.
Weekend availability, weather permitting.
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Last chance season is here 💙🌊
Skellig Michael landing trips are due to finish around the end of September, weather and sea conditions permitting.
If it’s still on your 2026 list, don’t leave it too late.
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There’s something lovely about September on the Skellig Coast 💙
Quieter days, coastal views, the exhibition, Skellig trips when conditions allow, and plenty of time for lunch or coffee afterwards.
Come and take your time with us. 🧡
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A very happy 18th birthday to our colleague Emma! 🎂💙We recently celebrated the big milestone with cake, tea and some lovely views from the restaurant. 🥳Hope 18 is a brilliant year, Emma! 🧡#TheSkelligExperience #ValentiaIsland #TeamSkellig






















