• Skellig Michael, or also known as Great Skellig, is a dramatic pinnacle rising 714 feet out of the Atlantic Ocean.
  • NEARBY. The two Skellig islands Skellig Michael and Little Skellig are located approximately 12 kilometres offshore the coast of Kerry.
  • Discover Skellig Michael in Kerry, Ireland: Perfectly preserved ancient monastery in an impossibly dramatic location on a rocky island in the Atlantic.
  • Skellig Michael is a stunning island in Ireland that's attracted many types of people such as monks, Vikings and even Star Wars Jedis.
  • Since the extreme remoteness of Skellig Michael has until recently discouraged visitors, the site is exceptionally well preserved.
  • A trip to Skellig Michael Island is a great way to experience some of Ireland’s rugged natural beauty at a location that is a bit more off the beaten path.
  • Two tour guests standing at the summit Skellig Michael island in Ireland. More recently, Skellig Michael was used as a location for shooting two Star Wars movies.
  • Skellig Michael (Irish Sceilig Mhichíl, "Michael's rock"), also known as Great Skellig, is one of the most famous and yet least accessible medieval monasteries.