2K views · 56 reactions | Some aerial and internal footage of the Irish Alcatraz, Spike Island Cork. See our island and museums for yourself. | Spike Island Cork | Facebook

160 reactions · 18 shares | Join Karen and her family for a fun-filled day at Spike!  Experience centuries of Irish history in an engaging and educational way. The kids had a blast with the quiz trail, role-playing activities, and exploring our children's playground. Book your visit to Spike Island Today. #SpikeIsland #IrelandsAncientEast #PureCork #Cobh #VisitCork #DiscoverIreland #ThingsToDoInCork | Spike Island Cork | Facebook

Its a great time to see the heritage island with 1300 years of Irish history! Nominated for EUROPES leading tourist attraction at the 2017 World Travel Awards. We offer a ferry ride across beautiful Cork harbour from Cobh followed by a fully guided tour delivered by Ireland's best storytellers. Then there is time to self explore the museums and exhibitions of the 200 year old star shaped Fortress that was built to defend an empire. That same Fortress became the largest prison in the world during

2.3K views · 43 reactions | A short snippet of colourful Cobh, a...

Set “SALE” from Cobh to Spike Island, where whispers of the past mingle with breathtaking views of Cork Harbour! 🚢 ⚓ Sale starts Friday, May 31st, and ends Monday, June 3rd. ❗❗ Hike stunning trails, hear stories of heroes and villains, and immerse yourself in history with our expert tour guides! This June Bank Holiday weekend, enjoy a fantastic 15% discount on tours to Spike Island. Don’t miss out! Visit Spikeislandcork.ie and enter code SOCIAL15 T&Cs apply. | Spike Island Cork

Cruise through Cobh Harbour and visit Spike Island. This historic prison once held soldiers, convicts, and rebels. Now, you can walk in their footsteps. Explore secret tunnels, check out interactive exhibits and AR experiences, or join a guided tour to hear stories of courage and rebellion. Every step is an adventure. Book now at spikeislandcork.ie | Spike Island Cork

The haunting 'A' Block on Spike Island. It was built around the time of the third island fortress in 1804, and was designed to house soldiers in the then British fortress. It had clever design features like a false third floor, designed to absorb cannon fire from ships in the harbour, protecting those inside. Like the rest of the fort it was converted to prison use in 1847, when the fort became the largest prison in Ireland and Britain, holding 2300 convicts at any one time. It returned to milit

1.4K views · 71 reactions | The evening commute! We spoil Spike Island visitors with unrivalled history, a beautiful Cork harbour ferry crossing AND 365 days of sun, sun, sun! * Come and visit sunny Spike Island!! (*Note, actual sun may often be obscured by rain, thunder, hail, sleet, snow or storm clouds. No refunds.) | Spike Island Cork | Facebook

Cruise through Cork Harbour and visit Spike Island. This historic prison once held soldiers, convicts, and rebels. Now, you can walk in their footsteps. Explore secret tunnels, check out interactive exhibits and AR experiences, or join a guided tour to hear stories of courage and rebellion. Every step is an adventure. Book now at spikeislandcork.ie | Spike Island Cork