Top Things to do in Valentia Island
Top Restaurants in Valentia Island
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Things to do in Valentia Island, Province of Munster: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Valentia Island, Ireland including Bray Head Loop Walk, Bray Head, Old Slate Quarry, Valentia Island Ice Cream, Tetrapod Trackpad, Valentia Lighthouse, Knightstown Town Clock, Telegraph Field Valentia Island, St. Brendan's Well, Tinnies.
Restaurants in Valentia Island
1. Bray Head Loop Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By Preacherman1973 - Milford, United States
Originally we had planned to take a ferry to Skellig St. Michael but due to miscommunication we did not make the connection. It was incredibly disappointing as it was a bucket list moment that was 4 years in the making but was then missed. In sadness we just started driving. It was a beautiful day and we determined to rally and find something to do. As we crossed the bridge at Portmagee onto Valentia Island we decided to try and follow the coast. In the process we stumbled across the little parking lot with the trail leading out to the peninsula and made what ended up being the most brilliant decision to park the car and follow the hiking path out to the point. That fateful decision lead us to one of the most amazing views I have ever had and one of the most memorable days of our trip to Ireland and one we still talk about 14 years later. The day we were their was very warm (about 85F) and the walk was quite a ways, about 1.5 miles to the end. We did not realize the distance and did not have water with us, our only negative. The drop off at the end of the point is breathtaking. There were sheep grazing in the fields and the wife got to take pictures petting them as well. I realize that this is such a limited description for what I admit to being one of our best sights in Ireland but frankly words defy description, just go! You will thank yourself, especially since it is free. Oh, and I should add we would trade a trip to the Skelligs to go to Bray Head anytime if we ever get back.
2. Bray Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By SuandChris - Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand
A shortish uphill stroll from the car park, there are great views all the way overlooking the Atlantic and surrounding countryside, views to Portmagee and Scellig Islands.At the top there are stunning cliffs to view and some amazing photo opportunities.
3. Old Slate Quarry
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By JasonM624 - Mullingar, Ireland
The grotto here is fantastic and well worth a visit. Like everywhere else on the island the views are spectacular. There is ample parking
4. Valentia Island Ice Cream
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 116 reviews
Sit on the terrace here, gazing out over green fields and the sea view, eating homemade ice cream produced from the milk of the Daly’s pedigree herd of Fresians, it’s hard to imagine feeling better. This is happiness in a double whammy cornet full!
Reviewed By 445ursulam
OMG, this ice-cream is incredible! We cycled (family of 5) from Cahersiveen, took the ferry across to Valentia Island, and headed up the hill to this place. It was so worth the trip. SO much so, a few days later, we were back for more!
5. Tetrapod Trackpad
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By tonygog - Northampton, United Kingdom
This a a view from the fogher cliffs top the best place to see Ireland coast line and turquoise sea.This only cost a small price of 5e well worth the money
6. Valentia Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 218 reviews
Built on the site of a 17th-century fort, Valentia Island Lighthouse on Cromwell Point has stood against sea and invader for hundreds of years. Now, this gleaming white lighthouse on beautiful Valentia Island looks out across some of the most spectacular sights along the Wild Atlantic Way. There’s much to enjoy in a visit to this lighthouse. Take a tour of the lighthouse tower and balcony. Be blown away by the dramatic scenery and big weather! Soak up the stories and the science as you learn about the people and technology that have guided ships safely home from the sea over the years. Valentia Island Lighthouse offers a great day out, fascinating history, inspiring views and a unique insight into island life. Season Opening: 29th March 2019 Season Closing: 27th October 2019
Reviewed By ValerieR966
This was fantastic, really interesting, great views. There is a lovely walk up to it, there's a coffee shop and a little museum giving details about life on a lighthouse. You can walk to the top of it and get a feel for what life was like in the early 20th century. Not to be missed if you are visiting Valentia.
7. Knightstown Town Clock
8. Telegraph Field Valentia Island
9. St. Brendan's Well
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Four_Points_Travel - League City, United States
Finding places like this is exactly what makes us keep coming back to Ireland. The story of the well, and it's namesake is incredible and the trip there brings you through an untouched and unspoiled corner of Ireland. We were there on an absolutely BRUTAL day in November, the waves were so big we could hear them hit the rocks and the spray was making it all the way to us! It was cold, the road terrible, the weather Irish, and it was perfect! What an adventure in honor of and adventurer, we dipped our St. Brendan patches into the well to be sown on our travel packs. Take a chance, get out of your comfort zone, and go to places just like this!
10. Tinnies
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
