{"id":5202,"date":"2026-11-09T15:46:39","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T14:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brightside-travel.com\/guides\/lieux-tournage-irlande-star-wars-banshees-inisherin\/"},"modified":"2026-11-09T15:50:18","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T14:50:18","slug":"ireland-filming-locations-star-wars-banshees-inisherin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brightside-travel.com\/en\/guides\/ireland-filming-locations-star-wars-banshees-inisherin\/","title":{"rendered":"Ireland Filming Locations: Star Wars on Skellig Michael and The Banshees of Inisherin"},"content":{"rendered":"

A monastic island perched above the Atlantic, windswept cliffs, villages with whitewashed houses: western Ireland has inspired great filmmakers. Visit the filming locations in Ireland<\/strong>, It's about following Luke Skywalker on Skellig Michael or the heroes of Banshees of Inisherin<\/em> on the Aran and Achill Islands. Based in the UK and Ireland since 2012, we organize these tailor-made trips. Here are the places to see and our recommended itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short:<\/strong> The most famous filming locations in Ireland are Skellig Michael, off the coast of Kerry, Luke Skywalker's island in Star Wars, the Dingle Peninsula, and Malin Head, in Donegal. The Banshees of Inisherin<\/em>, Head to Achill Island in County Mayo and Inis M\u00f3r, the largest of the Aran Islands. Allow 5 to 8 days to combine these destinations with the Wild Atlantic Way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Star Wars: Filming Locations in Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Skellig Michael, Luke Skywalker's Island<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the final scene of The Force Awakens<\/em> Rey meets Luke Skywalker atop a rocky island. This island is Skellig Michael, about twelve kilometers off the coast of Kerry. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is home to an early medieval monastery and its beehive-shaped stone huts, accessible by more than 600 steps carved into the rock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note that landings are very limited. Boats mainly depart from Portmagee, from late spring to early autumn, and only when sea conditions permit. Therefore, it is essential to book well in advance and allow an extra day. Alternatively, cruises circumnavigate the islands without stopping. More information is available on the official website. Discover Ireland<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Dingle Peninsula and Malin Head<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For The Last Jedi<\/em>, The team also filmed on the Dingle Peninsula in Kerry and at Malin Head, the northernmost point of Ireland, in Donegal. These wild coastlines are easily explored by car. Read our guide to the Dingle Peninsula<\/a> and our guide to Ring of Kerry<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kerry, gateway to Skellig Michael.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Banshees of Inisherin: Filming Locations in Western Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Martin McDonagh's film, released in 2022, takes place on a fictional island, Inisherin. In reality, it was filmed on two very real islands off the west coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Achill Island<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In County Mayo, Achill is connected to the mainland by a bridge, making it easily accessible by car. Its cliffs, beaches like Keem Bay, and deserted roads served as locations for many scenes in the film. It is also one of the most spectacular sections of the Wild Atlantic Way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inis M\u00f3r, the largest of the Aran Islands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Off the coast of Galway, Inis M\u00f3r lent its stone walls, narrow roads, and stark landscapes to the film. The island is also home to the prehistoric fort of D\u00fan Aonghasa, perched on the edge of the cliffs. It can be reached by ferry from Rossaveal, near Galway, or by small plane. See also our guide What to do in Galway<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our 7-day itinerary to filming locations in Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n