Bray Head

Bray Head

Bray Head - © Andy Morehouse

Visiter Bray Head.

Among Valentia’s must-see spots, we recommend a visit to Bray Head, in the south-west of the island… It boasts a magnificent watchtower, built in the 16th century and offering a breathtaking panorama of the sea!

Visit Bray Head on Valentia Island

A rocky point overlooking the ocean

Bray Head - Alex Keys

Bray Head – Alex Keys

Valentia Island has many treasures, and Bray Head is one of them! Located to the south-west of Valentia, not to be confused with Bray Head in County Wicklow, this headland offers superb walking trails, including a perfectly preserved watchtower. It dates back to the Napoleonic era, and overlooks the rest of the island!

This tower enabled the island’s 2,200 inhabitants to keep an eye on the Atlantic and its ships. This exceptional viewpoint is one of the most beautiful on Valentia Island!

Don’t hesitate to put on your walking shoes: a signposted path to the left of the tower takes you along the coastline! Fabulous landscapes are on the agenda!


Bray Head
Practical information

Adresse Adresse :
southwest of Valentia Island, Ring of Kerry, Valentia Island, (County Kerry) - Republic of Ireland

Coordonnées GPSGPS :
51.885456, -10.424263

Durée de la visite Tour duration :
1/2 journée
TarifsRates :
  • free of charge
Horaires d'ouvertureOpening hours :
  • every day


Bray Head on a map



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