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Spike Island (Irish: Inis Píc) is an island of 103 acres (42 ha) in Cork Harbour, Ireland. Originally the site of a monastic settlement, [2] [3] the island is dominated by an 18th-century bastion fort now named Fort Mitchel .
Spike Island is a former military fortress and notorious prison in Cork Harbour. Learn about its history, explore its museums and trails, and enjoy its scenic views and reviews from visitors.
Explore the history and heritage of Spike Island, a former monastery, prison and fortress in Cork harbour. Learn about its 1,000 years of Irish history, see the star-shaped Fort Mitchel and enjoy the scenic views.
Dec 31, 2023 · Spike Island is a historic island off the coast of Cobh, Ireland, where you can explore the former prison, fort and monastery. Learn about the dark history of Ireland's Alcatraz, book your tickets online and find nearby attractions and restaurants.
- You get to Spike Island via a ferry from Kennedy pier in the centre of Cobh. The ferry takes around 15 minutes each way and leaves several times ea...
- Yes! Spike Island in Cork is a fantastic little spot to escape to when visiting Cork. The history is dark and interesting and the reviews for the S...
- Yep! You've plenty to see in Cobh itself or you're a short spin away from the likes of Fota and Cork City.
Discover Ireland's Captains & Convicts and Sinners and Saints at Spike Island Cork, Ireland's historic island. Voted Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction of 2017! The Island is located off the coast of Cobh in Cork harbour & has over 1300 years of Irish history.
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- Spike Island is open:Sun - Sat 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- Hotels near Spike Island: (1.29 mi) Bella Vista Hotel & Self Catering Suites (1.73 mi) Knockeven House (1.15 mi) WatersEdge Hotel (1.16 mi) Ard Na...
- Restaurants near Spike Island: (1.14 mi) The Quays Bar and Restaurant (1.15 mi) Titanic Bar and Grill (1.19 mi) Cuppacity Coffee (1.16 mi) Harbour...
Voted Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction of 2017! The Island is located off the coast of Cobh in Cork harbour & has over 1300 years of Irish history. From an island monastery & fortress to the world's largest prison in the 1850's and centuries of island homes.
Spike Island is a 104-acre island in Cork Harbour with 1300 years of Irish history and scenic walking trails. You can explore the original 1804 fortress, the prison, the tunnels, the gun park, the augmented reality app and more with guided tours and special events.
