Title: Things to Do in Valentia Island in 2026 | Expedia.com [Valentia Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Valentia-Island.dx6090230)[Hotels in Valentia Island](https://expedia.com/Valentia-Island-Hotels.d6090230.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Valentia Island](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Valentia-Island.d6090230.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Valentia Island](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Valentia-Island.d6090230.Car-Rental-Guide)[Valentia Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Valentia-Island.d6090230.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Valentia Island ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Valentia Island Types of activities [Valentia Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Valentia-Island.dx6090230) ![#LifeAtExpedia Ring of Kerry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090230/31a9c84e-3ff7-449a-b1e0-dd118cfa21fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia Ring of Kerry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090230/31a9c84e-3ff7-449a-b1e0-dd118cfa21fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This view is taken from the quarry where there's a statue of the Virgin Mary. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6090230) ## Recommended things to do in Valentia Island | Number of things to do | 7 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Discover the Old Barracks Exhibition and Escape Room Cahersiveen](/things-to-do/discover-the-old-barracks-exhibition-and-escape-room-cahersiveen.a50657781.activity-details): $8 | | Top 5 things to do | [Discover the Old Barracks Exhibition and Escape Room Cahersiveen](/things-to-do/discover-the-old-barracks-exhibition-and-escape-room-cahersiveen.a50657781.activity-details)[Historical Walking Tours in Valentia and the Skellig Region](/things-to-do/historical-walking-tours-in-valentia-and-the-skellig-region.a48773341.activity-details)[Private Tour of Ring of Kerry & Valentia Island](/things-to-do/private-tour-of-ring-of-kerry-valentia-island.a1204279.activity-details)[Private Ring of Kerry luxury tour with accredited guide](/things-to-do/private-ring-of-kerry-luxury-tour-with-accredited-guide.a1191879.activity-details)[Ring of Kerry Tour Private Chauffeur Driven From Killarney Luxury](/things-to-do/ring-of-kerry-tour-private-chauffeur-driven-from-killarney-luxury.a989016.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Discover the Old Barracks Exhibition and Escape Room Cahersiveen](/things-to-do/discover-the-old-barracks-exhibition-and-escape-room-cahersiveen.a50657781.activity-details) | | With kids | [Discover the Old Barracks Exhibition and Escape Room Cahersiveen](/things-to-do/discover-the-old-barracks-exhibition-and-escape-room-cahersiveen.a50657781.activity-details)[Historical Walking Tours in Valentia and the Skellig Region](/things-to-do/historical-walking-tours-in-valentia-and-the-skellig-region.a48773341.activity-details) | ## What to do in Valentia Island - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Valentia Island A break in Valentia Island doesn't have to hurt your hip pocket. You can leave your wallet at home if you check out: **St. Brendan's Well** \- Get ready to feel like you've stepped back in time while ambling around this historic site. **Bray Head Loop Walk** \- Slip away from the city and get in touch with nature at this glorious spot. ### Things to Do in Valentia Island with Kids Valentia Island boasts plenty of close by fun things to do for you and your kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6090230&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the gang entertained for hours. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Valentia Island? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Valentia Island #### Skellig Experience Centre 3/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Skellig Experience Centre in Valentia Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Skellig-Experience-Centre-Valentia-Island.d6174646.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Brendan's Well Learn about the local history of Valentia Island when you spend time at St. Brendan's Well. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/St-Brendans-Well-Valentia-Island.d553248621532988075.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bray Head Loop Walk You can take time to visit Bray Head Loop Walk during your travels to Valentia Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Bray-Head-Loop-Walk-Valentia-Island.d553248621562624233.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tinnies 5/5(2 reviews) Learn about the local history of Knightstown with a stop at Tinnies. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Tinnies-Valentia-Island.d553248621532489057.Vacation-Attraction) #### Valentia Heritage Museum You can study the exhibits at Valentia Heritage Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Knightstown. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Valentia-Heritage-Museum-Valentia-Island.d553248621532489056.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Valentia Island ![Chapeltown - St John's Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5682/28128a31-fc71-423b-89dd-41460919d733.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Dave Bevis](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/18186) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Chapeltown ![0_d80518bc-2d90-46cc-b69b-b73da235ce50_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192605/106a9a91-058f-41a2-b411-0acbddd304c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cahirciveen ![Waiting for the boat to Skellig Michael. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174535/9e199534-2f2c-4d30-b1d6-891171b7f1f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portmagee ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Valentia Island worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Valentia Island? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Valentia Island? ### Is three days enough to stay in Valentia Island? ### What are some activities to do in Valentia Island with kids? > - 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