# Spike Island

Boat en Cobh

Fuente: https://www.geocalia.com/en/companies/spike-island

The fortress island in Cork harbour, with a ferry from Kennedy Pier in Cobh and a guided tour of Fort Mitchel and its former prison.

## What it is

Spike Island is an island in the middle of Cork harbour, opposite Cobh, crowned by Fort Mitchel, a fortress dating from 1779 that was also a prison: it opened in 1847, closed in 1883 and was back in use from 1985 to 2004. Today it is a visitor attraction run by a local company, with the ferry included in the ticket.

## How it works

The ferry leaves from Kennedy Pier, on the Cobh promenade, and crosses in about 15 minutes. Allow three and a half or four hours for the visit. On the island there is a guided tour and you can also go independently; there is a café, toilets and a shop. The adult ticket costs €27.95, the family ticket €74.95. Departure times change by season: check the calendar on their website and book, because in summer it fills up.

## What they run

- [Ferry and visit to Spike Island, the prison island in Cork Harbour](https://www.geocalia.com/en/ireland/cobh-and-cork/things-to-do/spike-island), in Cobh and Cork. Spike Island: ferry and tour. Desde 27.95 € per adult. 3 h 45. Ferry from Kennedy Pier, about 15 minutes; guided or self-guided visit

Independent companies: you book with them, on their terms. Prices are as they publish them and may change.

## Practical details

- Address: Kennedy Pier, Cobh, Co. Cork
- Phone: +353 21 237 3455
- Meeting point: Kennedy Pier, Cobh, Kennedy Pier, Cobh, Co. Cork

## Contact

- Web: https://spikeislandcork.ie/
- Coordenadas: 51.85, -8.295

## Preguntas frecuentes

### Does it include the boat?
Yes, the ticket includes the ferry trip from Cobh.

### Do I need to book?
It is advisable, especially in summer and at weekends.

### Is there food on the island?
There is a café and a shop.