Skellig Coast

From Kells to Castlecove — Iveragh Peninsula, Ring of Kerry

A sweeping view of a green Irish coastal landscape with stone-walled fields rolling down toward a calm blue bay, under a soft grey sky

Our Villages & Towns

Explore the idyllic and picturesque communities along the Skellig Coast, each with its own unique character and charm.

The Skellig Coast stretches from Kells to Castlecove along the Iveragh Peninsula on the Ring of Kerry — a place of rare beauty. Eight distinctive villages and towns make up this coastal region, each offering a warm welcome and a window into life on Ireland's wild Atlantic edge.

A quiet Irish coastal village with whitewashed cottages overlooking a sandy beach and calm turquoise water under a bright sky

Ballinskelligs

A tranquil seaside village known for its sandy beach, the ruins of Ballinskelligs Priory, and views across to the Skellig Islands.

A winding road through lush green hills leading to a small village nestled near a sandy cove on the Atlantic coast

Caherdaniel

Nestled between mountains and sea, Caherdaniel is home to Derrynane House and some of the finest coastal scenery on the Ring of Kerry.

A bustling Irish market town with colourful shopfronts lining a wide main street, set against a backdrop of green hills

Cahersiveen

The largest town on the Skellig Coast, Cahersiveen is a vibrant hub of heritage, music, and community life on the banks of the River Fertha.

Rolling pastoral farmland dotted with sheep and stone walls, with distant mountains under a soft Irish sky

Dromid

A peaceful rural parish of rolling hills and river valleys, rich in traditional Irish culture and Gaelic heritage.

A scenic coastal hamlet with a small harbour and green fields sloping down to meet the deep blue Atlantic Ocean

Foilmore & Kells

Gateway to the Skellig Coast, this area combines fertile farmland with dramatic shoreline and the renowned Kells Bay House & Gardens.

A colourful row of houses and pubs along a waterfront, with fishing boats moored in a sheltered harbour under a bright sky

Portmagee

A lively fishing village and the departure point for boat trips to Skellig Michael, famous for its brightly painted buildings and warm atmosphere.

A rugged island landscape with a lighthouse on a cliff edge, green fields, and the open Atlantic stretching to the horizon

Valentia Island

Connected by bridge to the mainland, Valentia Island boasts the historic Transatlantic Cable station, dramatic cliffs, and rich geological heritage.

A seaside town with a long sandy beach, a promenade, and a statue silhouetted against a golden sunset over the water

Waterville

A charming coastal town famed for its championship golf links, the Charlie Chaplin connection, and stunning views across Ballinskelligs Bay.

The Skellig Coast

From Kells to Castlecove, the Skellig Coast follows the Iveragh Peninsula along the world-famous Ring of Kerry. This stretch of coastline is a place of rare beauty — where mountains meet the Atlantic, ancient monastic heritage endures, and a proud tradition of learning and community continues to thrive across all eight villages and towns.