Only service dogs are allowed.

Hi there, the guided tour is included in the ticket price and it is optional. The ticket price is one price for the ferry, guided tour and island access. We normally have 2/3 boats a day in the quiet season and 6/8 boats a day in summer, see the website for definite times. Your return is automatically reserved for 3.5 hours after you sail, so 12pm would be 3.30pm, etc. The island has over a dozen musuems and exhibitions as well as scenic island walks and a cafe, you would easily fill this time. But you are very welcome to change to an earlier or later return time if there is space on another sailing. You simply visit the gift shop on site with your ticket and they will advise you of the options. There is generally space to go back at different times, if it was essential you could let us know in advance so we could give you the options. Regards, John, Spike Island.

I don't know. The ferry we were on was very full. Rows of seats.Perhaps a guide dog? As there are nesting birds and other ground wild life I imagine that loose dogs would be forbidden.

Yes, we highly recommend advance booking.

it is about half a mile from ferry to cafe etc,but it is all up a fairly steep hill.there is a bus though on the island for people with mobility issues and will be there when you exit the ferry.You will be well looked after by the staff there.

Hi, I dont think you would be back by 5.30pm sharp, from memory I believe ferry leaves at 5.30pm, its a 10/20 minute journey each way because the ferries dont take the same route out and back. You get to see a bit extra from the boat such as Irish Naval Base and maybe a seal or two on the rocks. Also its popular so a few minutes to disembark. Best to go earlier, come back earlier and have a wander around Cobh before getting back on the cruise ship.

1. Not entirely sure about bringing bicycles over but I would think not.You could call the ferry company but if you are going it is a good idea to pre book the tickets. 2.Personally I would say no it would not be suitable fir 5-6 year olds.Obviously this is a personal decision for parents but me, I would not bring 5-6 year olds..

Hi there, yes, you can book in advance though our website which has a book now link to take you to ticketing. We recommend advance booking. If there is any problem with the online option we can be called or emailed via the details on the website and we will contact you to confirm a booking. Regards, Spike Island.

Through our website and follow the book now button. Any issues call or email us via the details on the site. Regards, Spike Island.