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Spike Island · Prison Tourism (Active Prisons)

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Spike Island · Prison Tourism (Active Prisons)

Known as 'Ireland's Alcatraz,' Spike Island features an island prison with ferry access. Visitors can tour the prison, see punishment cells, and enjoy island walks in a developed tourist setting. **Unique Factor:** 'Ireland's Alcatraz,' island prison, punishment block **Key Experiences:** Ferry access, prison tours, punishment cells, island walks

Destination Overview

Known as 'Ireland's Alcatraz,' Spike Island features an island prison with ferry access. Visitors can tour the prison, see punishment cells, and enjoy island walks in a developed tourist setting. **Unique Factor:** 'Ireland's Alcatraz,' island prison, punishment block **Key Experiences:** Ferry access, prison tours, punishment cells, island walks

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Best season: Spring
Difficulty: 6
Region: Ireland, Cork

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