When Star Wars came to Ireland

Intrepid adventurers from a record-breaking movie franchise discovered a place so wild, so beautiful and so otherworldly that they immediately gave it a starring role in one of the biggest films the world had ever seen. Star Wars and the Wild Atlantic Way – a great cinematic double act was born.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens smashed box office records and introduced the world to the savage beauty of Skellig Michael, the legendary island off the coast of Kerry, where Rey finally tracked down the long-lost Luke Skywalker. Now, audiences will be transported back to Earth's Wild Atlantic Way in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Filmed in some of the most spectacular spots on this coastline, from the very tip of Donegal down to the rocky shorelines of Clare and Cork, the film continues the epic story of Rey, Luke and their battle against the Dark Side. Discover this cosmic coastline for yourself, celebrate your love of all things Star Wars at the May the Fourth Be With You Festival in Kerry, or just come behind the scenes with us as we go on location...

Escape the Dark Side along the Wild Atlantic Way

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Go behind the scenes in Portmagee, County Kerry, the village that found itself at the centre of the Star Wars universe.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Mark Hamill and Daisy Ridley returned to Skellig Michael, County Kerry, for Star Wars: The Last Jedi. And they didn’t stop there.

Quiz: Earth's Wild Atlantic Way

So you know Star Wars, but do you know Star Wars on the Wild Atlantic Way? Test your knowledge now!

Star Wars: the Irish connections

A ruthless Officer of the First Order, a revered Jedi Master – meet the Irish actors who have conquered the Star Wars galaxy.

Trip idea: Discovering Star Wars

Take a Star Wars-inspired journey along the Wild Atlantic Way and be the hero of your own thrilling adventure.

Star location: Skellig Michael

A long time ago, before Skellig Michael sheltered the Jedi, dedicated monks made this remote island their sanctuary.

Star location: Malin Head

Welcome to Malin Head, in County Donegal: Ireland's most northerly point and now a hot new Star Wars filming location.

Star location: Loop Head

Look out for Loop Head in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, a narrow finger of County Clare pointing out into the Atlantic Ocean.

Seeking knowledge? We can help!

Suggestions, recommendations and all the advice a travelling Star Wars fan could need. Ask our Community!

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Getting to Ireland

Cruiser, speeder, X-wing or podracer... no matter what your mode of transportation, the island of Ireland is closer than you think.

Star Wars in Ireland

Discover the wonders of Earth's Wild Atlantic Way

When Star Wars came to Ireland

Escape the Dark Side along the Wild Atlantic Way

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Quiz: Earth's Wild Atlantic Way

Star Wars: the Irish connections

Trip idea: Discovering Star Wars

Star location: Skellig Michael

Star location: Malin Head

Star location: Loop Head

Seeking knowledge? We can help!

More fantastical journeys in Ireland

Wild Atlantic Way

Game of Thrones

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Offers

Be a part of the Rory Gallagher Festival 2019 in Ballyshannon, Co Donegal with 3 Nights at the Big Top for €70

Explore Ireland's Wild South Coast with a 4-day Wildlife and Bird Watching Holiday with Ireland's Wildlife Tours for €699pp

Visit some of the outstanding areas of natural beauty along Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way with the 3 Day Walking Tour, 2 Nights B&B, 2 Guided Day Tours, 2 Evenings Entertainment from Explore Donegal, Co Donegal for €395 pp

Enjoy the great outdoors with a Wild Atlantic Family Cycling Holiday at Hotel Newport, Co Mayo from €269 per stay

Take on the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way Food & Whiskey Adventure with Rachel's Irish Adventures from €295 per couple

3 Night Over 50's relaxing Connemara break - 25% off!

Give yourself some peace and quiet with 3 Nights B&B with 2 Dinners in Connemara in the Beautiful Cashel House Hotel from €380 p.p.

Enjoy a Hostel Special Offer with 20% off when booking 3 nights at the River House Dungloe, County Donegal from €84 per couple sharing

Unique Guided Tour and Hawk Walk at Aillwee Cave and Birds of Prey Centre in Co. Clare for €80 p.p.

Enjoy a 6-day Wildlife and Bird Watching Holiday on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way with Ireland's Wildlife Tours, Wild South Coast package, for €1,249 p.p.

Treat yourself and your partner to an Accommodation & Spa Special Offer @ The Brehon Hotel & Angsana Spa, Killarney, Co.Kerry from €109 per night

Take a walk through history with the Hidden Kerry, Guided 7 day walking tour along the Kerry Way & Killarney with Go Visit Ireland, Co Kerry for €1240 pps

Enjoy the west of Ireland with The Wild Atlantic Way (9-13 Days Tour Package) from Go Irish Tours from €1845

A warm traditional welcome awaits with a 3 Night B&B, 2 Dinner Autumn Break at Cashel House, Co Galway from €254 pps

Enjoy a wonderful B&B, 1 Evening meal Winter Warmer Break in the Montenotte Hotel, Cork City from €179 per room

Drive the Wild Atlantic Way in a Lazy Days VW Camper over 3 nights from €300

Take advantage of a 10% Discount Online with Shannon Ferries from Killimer -Talbert on the Wild Atlantic Way from €17.10

Take on the Wild Atlantic Way on the Connemara Experience with 2 nights at the Delphi Resort in Connemara from €149 pps

Enjoy a relaxing stay at the heart of it all in the Wild Atlantic Hostel based in Delphi Resort near Leenane, Connemara - Accommodation from €19 pppn

All Aboard for the Wild Atlantic Way! Take a boat trip with Doolin2Aran Ferries and save 20% when you book online

Join us for a B&B Special Offer with 30% off when booking 3 nights at the River House Dungloe, County Donegal for 2 people sharing

Take full advantage of the Midweek Castle Experience at Belleek Castle, Co Mayo with Ireland's Blue Book from €160 per stay

Re-New-U Escape: 2 night spa break to Connemara - save 15%!

Enjoy the wonders of East Donegal with a Full Day Chauffeur Driven Sightseeing Tour from Experience Donegal for only €65 pp

Explore and Adventure on the Wild Atlantic Way with a 2 night stay including Dinner at Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee, Co. Kerry from €215

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