Ahch-To (Skellig Michael)
Ahch-To (Skellig Michael) in Portmagee, Ireland is a filming location for Star Wars (1977). It appears on screen as Ahch-To.
Location Names
Skellig Michael
Ahch-To
About This Location
The mystical ancient island where Luke Skywalker went into exile, featuring 6th-century monastic ruins and dramatic clifftop views.
Featured In
Star Wars
Filming Details
Filming Period
May-September (2014-2015, 2016)
Areas Used
Ancient monastic settlement, stone beehive huts, cliff edges, ancient steps carved into rock
Detailed Scene Information
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details
UNESCO World Heritage Site, 6th-century monastery, filming limited to preserve ancient ruins, inspiration for Porgs from real puffins
• Director's commentary on location choice
• Cast interviews about filming here
• Technical challenges and solutions
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Location Details
Address
Skellig Michael, Portmagee, Co. Kerry V23 RX05
Portmagee, Ireland
Visiting Ahch-To (Skellig Michael)
Opening Hours
Landing tours: May-September, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (weather dependent)
Entry Fees
Landing tour: €55-75, Eco tour (around island): €35-45
Accessibility
Challenging 600+ ancient stone steps, not suitable for limited mobility, weather-dependent access
Travel Information
Boat tours from Portmagee, 12km off Kerry coast. Book months in advance. Limited to 180 visitors daily.
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Ahch-To (Skellig Michael) Filming Locations
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