Description
A relatively new tourist attraction on Valentia Island is the Skellig Experience (near the bridge). The Visitor Center (opening times given) provides information about the Skellig Islands and about the life and work of the monks who lived there from the sixth to the 13th centuries. Another exhibition is devoted to the seabirds and the underwater world of the islands. From Valentia Island comfortable excursion ships make regular trips around the islands, which tower above the water like the summits of sunken mountains.
Hobbies & Activities category: Aviary, bird museum or exhibit;  Cruises - sightseeing by boat;  Historic site;  Natural area;  Nautical museum or attraction
Address
Skellig Experience
Skellig Heritage Centre
Valentia Island
Ireland
Hours
April 1 to May 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
June 1 to August 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed19:0019:0019:0019:0019:0019:0019:00
September 1 to October 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Closed18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
Cost
Adult4.40 Euros
Senior3.80 Euros
Students3.80 Euros
Child2.20 Euros
Family10.00 Euros
Tips
As the boats do not sail in all weathers intending passengers should telephone beforehand. Tel: (667) 6306.
Landing is not permitted, as the Skelling Islands have been a protected bird sanctuary since 1987.
Sound tours in six languages are available.
Parking
Free
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
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