Meet just 5 minutes walk from Cobh Railway Station at Kennedy Pier.
The Spike Island Boat Tour
Explore Cork city's scenic landscape with the Spike Island Experience. Sail through the Wild Atlantic Way and discover Cork's natural beauty and unlock the infamous prison island with this guided boat tour.
Explore Cork city's scenic landscape with the Spike Island Experience. Sail through the Wild Atlantic Way and discover Cork's natural beauty and unlock the infamous prison island with this guided boat tour.
What to Expect
- Set sail on a guided boat tour with expert storytellers.
- Discover Cork's Scenic views while embarking on adventurous walking trails.
- Enjoy some free time to explore the 104-acre island and it's history at your own pace.
Full Description
Discover Cork's legendary prison island on an adventurous and educational boat tour of Spike Island. The 40 minute guided tour offers a chance to learn and explore one of Ireland's most historic locations.
As you set sail across one of the largest natural harbours, indulge in Cork's scenic views of asethetic landscape and rippling water.
Uncover Spike's infamous saints and sinners, fallen soldiers and convicts whilsts self-exploring spikes fortress, old prison cells and military set ups.
Location
Tour Details
- 3.5 hour long experience with 40 minutes of guided expertise and the remainder to self-explore.
- Meeting point - J.F Kennedy Pier, Cobh, Co.Cork.
- Transport to Spike Island is done via ferry which takes approximately 15 minutes per trip.
Additional Information
- There is a history quiz kids trail alongside playground access for the little ones that join along.
- When redeeming tickets onsite, arrive no later than 10 minutes before sailing time at the Spike Kiosk.
- Free parking available at both Cobh Cathedral and Five Foot Way Car Park.
- Cafe, Gift shop and toilet facilities available on the island.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guided Tour
- Free time to explore
- Ferry Ride
- Playground access for kids
- Free map
- Food and Beverages
Accessibility Information
There is wheel-chair accessibility via walkways and pontoons on both the island and Cobh itself.
10/12 of exhibitions are wheelchair accessible with wheelchair friendly toilet and cafe access.
Reviews
Thoroughly recommended
Visited on a cold wet July day, but despite this had a thoroughly enjoyable three and a half hours from departure to arrival back in Cobh. From the boat trip over, the engaging and knowledgeable guide and the opportunity to explore both the fort/prison and some of the rest of the island to the prison installations and the rich history reflected there, this is a must when visiting the Cork area.
mabinho, Jul 2024 - Trip-advisor
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