Guided walking tours of Spike Island are now taking place every day. 

The boat is operated by Cobh based Marine Transport Services Ltd. and the tours are led by historian Michael Martin of the Titanic Trail.

Fares are €12.50 per adult with concession and family tickets also available. The tours depart from Kennedy Pier, Cobh and last for approximately 90 minutes.

Tickets are sold at the Marine Transport kiosk on Kennedy Pier, Cobh. Enquiries to 4811485.

“This is first step in the process to open Spike Island up to the people is warmely welcomed by Cobh Tourism. “Spike Island is another uique and compelling reason to visit Cobh and see all that Cobh and Cork Harbour has to offer”, commented Cobh Tourism Chairman Hendrick Verwey. “The immense potential  will be seen by all who visit and the fascinating history of Spike Island will be told by one of the foremost authorities on Spike Island’s history”, he continued.

Cobh Tourism is encouraging all those who have taken the tour of Spike Island to leave a comment on  www.spikeislandcork.com.