Top things to do on
The Inishkea Islands – Oileán Inis Ce
Walking Tours
Take a guided tour of Inishkea with an island descendant – to bring the island to life. Visit the school, whaling station, dye station, kings house, beehive huts, cilin, 5th century stone slabs, various monastic sites and learn about the fascinating focloir stories of the Naomhóg, St. Colmcille, Francoise Henry, St. Kea, the royal dye workshop and so much more!
Explore the Villages
Explore the villages of Inishkea South & North – travel back in time as you glance at all the beautiful stone cottages built in the late 1800s. On Inishkea South, look out for the king’s house, the old two – storey shop, shebeen, school, cilin and its decorated stone slab. On Inishkea North, visit St. Colmcille’s Church, the king’s house, the shop, shebeen and school.
Visit the Seal Colony
Inishkea is home to one of Ireland’s largest grey seal colonies, where hundreds of these majestic marine mammals gather along the island’s sheltered shores. Visitors can observe seals basking on rocks, swimming in crystal-clear waters, and caring for their pups in a stunning natural setting. A visit to this thriving seal colony offers a rare and unforgettable wildlife experience.
The Alt Mór Loop
Hike up to the Alt Mór, where one of the two navigation towers on Inishkea South are located. Built in the late 1800s these structures provide an important navigation purpose for boats travelling in the channel known as Leim Mór. Enjoy the stunning views of the Inishkea islands and the islands surrounding it at the top of the Alt Mór.
Beaches & Swimming
Explore the villages of Inishkea South & North – travel back in time as you glance at all the beautiful stone cottages built in the late 1800s. On Inishkea South, look out for the king’s house, the old two – storey shop, shebeen, school, cilin and its decorated stone slab. On Inishkea North, visit St. Colmcille’s Church, the king’s house, the shop, shebeen and school.
The Bailey Mór
Inishkea is home to one of Ireland’s largest grey seal colonies, where hundreds of these majestic marine mammals gather along the island’s sheltered shores. Visitors can observe seals basking on rocks, swimming in crystal-clear waters, and caring for their pups in a stunning natural setting. A visit to this thriving seal colony offers a rare and unforgettable wildlife experience.
How to get to Inishkea.
Check out the “Inishkea Ferry” page to discover how to reach this magnificent island!
Geocaches on the Inishkea Islands.
Geocaching fan? There are currently three geocaches to be found on the Inishkea Islands.
Inishkea Islands 